Planning the Workplace
This booklet is intended as a guide to the facilities which must be taken into consideration by architects and planners when planning any industrial or commercial building, be it factory, shop, office or warehouse. It outlines the requirements assessed by factory inspectors under the appropriate legislation, particularly the Factories and Commercial Premises Act 1981.
It is a guide only - for a more detailed description of the requirements, the appropriate legislation should be consulted.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Registration of Factories
Access and Egress
Storage
Floors and Accessways
Safe Place of Employment
Air Space and Area
Ventilation
Lighting
Atmospheric Conditions
Hazardous Processes
Confined Spaces
Washing Facilities
Sanitary Conveniences
Accommodation for Clothing
First Aid Room
Dining Room
Facilities for Rest
Seating
Noise
Drinking Water
Fire Safety
Further Information
Specimen Plan
