A2.2 Explain the concept of absolute and qualified duties in relation to health and safety legislation

Question 1

What are the three distinct levels of duty:

Answer 1

• ABSOLUTE REQUIREMENTS
  qualified by a ‘shall’
  the employer shall ensure that work equipment … etc
  every employer must comply with this duty no matter the cost.
• PRACTICABLE REQUIREMENTS
  in light of current knowledge and invention, is it feasible to comply with these requirements.

-REASONABLY PRACTICABLE
imply a lower or lesser level of duty.
A risk vs cost analysis must be carried out