Designed as a guide to contemporary UK health and safety legislation, this title aims to provide advice on the rights (and duties) of employees and the duties of employers. It includes information on EC directives and gives advice on topics such as the fencing and guarding of machinery; the maintenance of tools and appliances; personal protective equipment; manual handling; health surveillance; medical examinations; employee training; and the employment of competent persons. A list of HSE publications, addresses and sources of further information are also contained in this edition.