Introduction

This guide provides information about the legal
requirements of the Provision and Use of Work
Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) which came
into force on 5 December 1998.

It gives a general indication of some of the main
requirements of the Regulations. However, it is
important that you refer to the Regulations and
accompanying Approved Code of Practice to
familiarise yourself fully with your duties (see Further
information at the back of the leaflet).