The Health and Safety Executive has published an updated version of its guidance for managers on the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992.

The new version of leaflet INDG244 provides an overview of the requirements under the regulations, including:

• ventilation;

• temperatures in indoor environments;

• work in hot or cold environments;

• lighting;

• cleanliness and waste materials;

• room dimensions and space.

Copies of 'Workplace health, safety and welfare: a short guide for managers' are available from: www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg244.pdf

Source: HSE, December 18, 2007