Key Legislation Flashcards
Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996
A significant piece of legislation in the United Kingdom that introduced important provisions related to construction contracts and payment practices. Key elements include:
- Statutory right to adjudication
- mechanisms for determining and making interim payments, including the right to stage payments and payment within a specified period.
- Right to suspend performance if payment is not received.
- Prohibition of “Pay When Paid” Clauses
- It allows for the protection of retention monies and provides mechanisms for their release after practical completion of the works.
Building Act 1984
provides a framework for regulating building and construction activities.
- Building Regulations
- Building Control
- Approval of works
- Enforcement of compliance with Regulations
- Dangerous buildings
Scheme for Construction Contracts
Where contracts are not compliant with the HGCRA, the Scheme for Construction Contracts applies. It essentially replaces any elements of a contract so that they align with the requirements of the HGCRA.
CIS
The Construction Industry Scheme is a tax deduction scheme in the UK. It essentially ensures that contractors pay the appropriate levels of tax, and registered firms/individuals are required to submit monthly returns to HMRC.
Companies Act 2006
A comprehensive piece of legislation in the United Kingdom that governs the formation, operation, and regulation of companies.
Equality Act 2010
Provides a legal framework to prevent discrimination and promote equality in the United Kingdom. The Act details 9 protected characteristics, and protects individuals from direct and indirect discrimination as a result of the nine protected characteristics.
Town and Country Planning Act 1990
provides the legal framework for making decisions on land use and development, as well as regulating the use and development of land.
Data Protection Act 2018
a piece of legislation in the United Kingdom that governs the processing of personal data. It supplements and aligns with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union.
Since leaving the EU, the UK has retained GDPR in domestic law.
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999
A piece of legislation in the United Kingdom that confers rights and benefits to third parties in certain contractual arrangements.
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
A fundamental piece of legislation in the United Kingdom that sets out the legal framework for health and safety in the workplace. Key elements:
- The Act imposes general duties on employers to ensure, as far as reasonably practicable, the health, safety, and welfare of their employees.
- The Act requires employers to conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the workplace and take appropriate measures to control and mitigate those risks.
- The Act requires employers to conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the workplace and take appropriate measures to control and mitigate those risks.
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
A set of regulations under HSWA that set out a framework for ensuring health and safety in the design and delivery of construction projects.
Environmental Protection Act 1990
Addresses various aspects of environmental protection and pollution control. This covers aspects such as waste management, pollution control, contaminated land and statutory nuisances (noise, dust etc).
Employment Rights Act 1996
The Act sets out the rights and obligations of both employers and employees, promoting fair treatment in the workplace and providing a legal framework for resolving employment-related disputes.
Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
A set of regulations in the United Kingdom designed to protect people from the risks associated with asbestos exposure.
Types of asbestos - White, blue, brown.
Management survey and refurbishment/demolition survey.
For intrusive surveys, important that this covers every area of the proposed works.
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations
Stands for the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998. These regulations are specific to the United Kingdom and are aimed at ensuring the safe use of lifting equipment in the workplace.
