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Document ID (ISN)68985
CIS number 97-859
Year 1997
Convention or series no. HSE Catering Information Sheet No.9
Author(s)
Health and Safety Executive
Title Planning for health and safety when selecting and using catering equipment and workplaces
Bibliographic information HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Jan. 1997. 4p. 6 ref.
Abstract This data sheet provides guidance on health and safety factors to be considered at each stage during the selection, modification and use of catering equipment and workplaces. Contents: planning catering tasks and workplace layout; making sure the workplace is suitable; selecting suitable equipment (United Kingdom safety standards); installation and maintenance of equipment; inspections and tests; setting safe procedures; information and training of workers.
Descriptors (primary) United Kingdom; workplaces; plant safety and health organization; hotel industry; kitchen equipment
Descriptors (secondary) selection of equipment; preventive maintenance; personal protective equipment; information of personnel; data sheet; safety checks; equipment testing
Document type F - Information notes, codes of practice, standards
Country / State or ProvinceUnited Kingdom
Subject(s) Commerce, services, offices
Broad subject area(s) Industries and occupations
Browse category(ies) Hotels and restaurants