Workplace and Environment

Reply to request for early return from maternity leave This letter may be used by an employer where an employee gives notice that they wish to return early from maternity leave. If insufficient notice is given, you may choose to accept the date for ... Read more

Reply to request for early return from adoption leave This letter may be used by an employer where an employee gives notice that they wish to return early from adoption leave. If insufficient notice is given, you may choose to accept the date for ea... Read more

Fire risk assessment conclusionWhen you undertake a fire risk assessment, part of the process involves risk rating. Why should you do this and how can you go about it? Our document will help.When to use this documentThe purpose of a fire risk assessm... Read more

Appointing a principal designer letterIf your construction project is likely to involve two or more contractors, you must appoint a principal designer (PD). Our template letter provides a suggested format for this formal appointment. Legal reasonsThe... Read more

Risk assessment - re-felting a flat roofRe-felting a flat roof is a potentially dangerous activity. Our example risk assessment will ensure the work is done safely.When to use this documentOur Risk Assessment - Re-felting a Flat Roof is based on a co... Read more

Contractor management - guidanceUnderstanding what information to ask for and share with contractors can be confusing. Our clear guidance should point you in the right direction.What and whenIf you appoint a contractor, it's vital to tick the appropri... Read more

Ground works - excavations Ground works involving excavation present risks to staff and members of the public which, left unmanaged, could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law.  Safe diggingTo ensure that this doesn't ... Read more

Land survey work Carrying out land surveys can present risks to surveyors which, left unmanaged, could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law.   Managing the risksTo help you identify the hazards associated with land s... Read more

Laying paving slabs and kerbs Laying paving slabs and kerbs may present risks to staff, especially through manual handling. Left unmanaged, these could cause accidents, injuries and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law.  Managing the ris... Read more