why was health and safety at work act introduced
The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 was described as a bold and far-reaching piece of legislation by HSE's first Director General, John Locke. It certainly marked a departure from the framework of prescribed and detailed regulations which was in place at the time.he Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 was described as a bold and far-reaching piece of legislation by HSE's first Director General, John Locke. It certainly marked a departure from the framework of prescribed and detailed regulations which was in place at the time.