Guide for New and Expectant Mothers
This guide provides essential information for new and expectant mothers about maintaining safety and health at work, outlining employer responsibilities and necessary precautions.
Created: 11 June 2024
Last Reviewed: 21 June 2024
Contents
Introduction
This guide is designed for new and expectant mothers, addressing common questions about working during pregnancy or after childbirth. It explains the protective measures employers should take and the actions you need to ensure a safe working environment for you and your child.
Regulations Protecting New and Expectant Mothers
Specific laws safeguard the health and safety of new and expectant mothers at work, including:
- Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (MHSW): Employers must protect new and expectant mothers’ health and safety.
- Workplace (Health, Safety, and Welfare) Regulations 1992: Employers must provide suitable rest facilities.
- Equality Act 2010: Protects pregnant women and those on maternity leave from discrimination, including failure to conduct a proper risk assessment.
Common Workplace Risks
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