Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) 

Applies to all equipment used at work, including people handling equipment, e.g. transfer boards, slide sheets, handling belts, rota stands and turntables etc. 

Employer Duties  

• Ensure staff only use equipment that is suitable for the task.  

• Employees are found to be competent (trained and assessed) when using handling aids.  

• Equipment is kept in good repair.