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Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HSWA): The fundamental piece of legislation for workplace safety. Sets out general duties for employers to ensure safety and forms the cornerstone of health and safety law in England and Wales.

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Provides specific requirements for risk assessments and detailed guidance on how to conduct and document safety assessments in the workplace.

Civil Contingencies Act 2004: Establishes the framework for emergency planning and clearly defines what constitutes emergencies and the associated responsibilities of different parties.

Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005: Specifies fire risk assessment requirements and mandatory emergency evacuation procedures for buildings and facilities.

Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations 2015 (COMAH): Specific regulations for sites handling dangerous substances, including detailed emergency planning requirements for high-risk facilities.

Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR): Outlines incident reporting requirements and investigation procedures for workplace accidents and emergencies.

HSE Emergency Procedures Guidelines: Official guidance from the Health and Safety Executive providing detailed recommendations for emergency planning and response.

Industry-specific Regulatory Guidance: Sector-specific guidance documents from relevant regulatory bodies that provide tailored emergency planning requirements for different industries.

Local Authority Emergency Planning Requirements: Regional and local government requirements for emergency planning and risk assessment, which may vary by jurisdiction within England and Wales.