In summary the key points are as follows:
“The problem lies less with the regulations themselves and more with the way they are interpreted and applied”
Consolidating the regulations should reduce them by 35%
Health and Safety ( First Aid ) Regulations 1981 – remove the requirement for HSE approved training and qualifications
CDM Regulations 2007 – evaluate its effectiveness by April 2012
RIDDOR 1995 – to be amended by the end of 2013
Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 – clarify requirement for portable appliance testing by April 2012
Work at Height Regulations 2005 – review by April 2013
Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992 – question the need for eye tests
