Guide to health and safety requirements for UK charities. Ensure the safety of staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries.
Charities have the same health and safety duties as other employers. You must ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, the health, safety, and welfare of staff and others who may be affected by your activities.
This includes paid staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries. The specific requirements depend on your activities - charities running events, services, or premises will have additional responsibilities.
Failure to manage health and safety can result in injury, legal action, and reputational damage. Take a proactive approach to identifying and managing risks.
Carry out risk assessments for your activities. Identify hazards, assess risks, and implement controls. Review and update assessments regularly.
Provide adequate information, instruction, and training to staff and volunteers. Ensure they know about hazards and how to work safely.
Provide adequate first aid facilities based on your size and activities. Ensure trained first aiders are available and equipment is maintained.
Ensure premises are safe. This includes fire safety, equipment maintenance, and accessibility. Carry out required inspections and tests.
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