Posted By Laurence Wickens Hello, Are there any changes to the HSAW Act or broadley Health & Safety & Enviroment Law since the introduction of the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. As employers we have the 'Duty of Care' to all employees but how does this effect us legally in terms of the CC act. Thanks in advance Laurence Wickens TechIosh

Posted By Al Penman Laurence follow the link below and check out Schedule 3 - Repeals and Revocations, this lists all legislation repealed or amended by the act. http://www.opsi.gov.uk/acts/acts2004/20040036.htm Part 1 of the act itself is aimed at responding agencies, Category 1 responders are the emergency services, Local Authorities, Maritime & Coastguard Agency, Environment Agency, SEPA and the NHS (different list here in Scotland to south of the border). Category 2 responders include transport operators, utility companies and the HSE. The act doesn't replace site operators responsibilities required under COMAH, MACR or REPPIR. There is a requirement for category 1 responders to assess the risk of emergencies occurring and use this to inform contingency planning, this is usually in the form of a Community Risk Register. This will list types of incidents and the likelihood and impact and any control measures required with regards emergency planning. I am not aware of any changes to HASWA or environmental legislation due to the implementation of the act, although I am open to correction. I hope this helps you in your quest for a suitable answer. Regards Allan A Penman CMIOSH MIIRSM MEPS