Core Contract Law: Includes Contract Law Act 1999, Common Law principles of contract formation, Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977, and Consumer Rights Act 2015 for consumer contracts. These form the fundamental legal basis for contract creation and enforcement.
Health and Safety Legislation: Comprises Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, and Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER). Essential for ensuring safe maintenance operations.
Employment Regulations: Includes Working Time Regulations 1998, TUPE Regulations 2006, and Agency Workers Regulations 2010. Crucial for protecting workers' rights and managing employment aspects of maintenance contracts.
Industry Standards: Covers BS EN 13306:2017 for maintenance terminology and ISO 55000 for asset management standards. These provide standardized frameworks for maintenance operations.
Data Protection Laws: Encompasses UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018, governing the handling and protection of personal and business data in maintenance operations.
Environmental Legislation: Includes Environmental Protection Act 1990 and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH). Essential for ensuring environmentally compliant maintenance practices.
Insurance Requirements: Covers third-party liability insurance, professional indemnity insurance, and employers' liability insurance. Necessary for risk management and legal compliance.
Equipment-Specific Regulations: Various regulations depending on the type of equipment being maintained, including specific safety and operational requirements for different types of machinery.
Dispute Resolution Framework: Includes Civil Procedure Rules and Alternative Dispute Resolution regulations, providing mechanisms for resolving contractual disputes.
