Working on roofs

INDG Series 284 (rev1)

Health and Safety Executive, 2011
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Document Status

Current

Supplement

Core Supplement

Series

INDG Series

Abstract

Covers health and safety aspects of all types of roof, including flat roofs, industrial roofs, fragile and non-fragile roofs. Intended for those who carry out roof work or are directly responsible for managing or supervising it, and sets out key safeguards.

History

INDG284 was first published 1999 and reprinted in 2002 and 2004, superseding HSE - Construction Sheet No's 20, 21, 22, and 23. INDG284(rev1) published 2008, this version is a web-friendly edition produced 09/11. More detailed information is contained in HSG33, 'Health and safety in roofwork'.

ISBN

9780717662883

Subjects

  • Building structure
  • Health and safety
  • Roofs
  • Special subject areas

Publisher History

The Health and Safety Executive work to protect the health and safety of people in the workplace by minimising risks. They achieve this through research, information and advice, promoting training, new or revised regulations and codes of practice, inspection, investigation and enforcement.

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NBS

NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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