The Safety, Health and Welfare at work (Construction) Regulations 2013 came into effect on the 1st of August 2013. The Health and Safety Authority has produced two short guidance documents to assist duty holders in understanding and complying with the new regulations.
The Regulations cover paid occupational work only and do not apply to DIY
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The introduction of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 places responsibilities on homeowners, called Clients in the Regulations, who are having construction work carried out on their home.The aim of this guide is to provide practical information for homeowners as to what they need to know and do.
Guide for Contractors and Project Supervisors
This guidance is aimed at contractors who undertake construction work on private domestic dwellings.Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013, a Client is a person for whom a construction project is carried out. This now includes a person having construction work carried out on their own home.
For more see: http://www.hsa.ie/eng/Your_Industry/Construction/Construction_Landing_Page.html
