The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 98)

Released 31st Jan, 2011

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The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 98) apply to any machinery or tools used at work, including lifting equipment. They incorporate the present regulations governing this area and extend their scope to cover mobile, self-propelled and remote controlled work equipment.

Created by the HSE this Simple Guide to the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 provides a general indication of some of the main requirements of the Regulations.

Further statutory information can be read at the Government Legislation website.

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