BS EN 13946:2014

Comprehensive Environmental Health & Safety Standard

BS EN 13946:2014 is the essential British Standard for environmental and health protection. This 22-page publication provides detailed technical specifications and guidelines to ensure the safety of workers, the public, and the environment.

Key Features and Benefits:

- Comprehensive coverage of environmental and health protection requirements- Ensures compliance with relevant EU and UK legislation- Provides clear, actionable guidance for businesses and organizations- Helps mitigate risks and liabilities related to environmental and health impacts- Applicable across a wide range of industries and sectors

Detailed Technical Specifications

BS EN 13946:2014 covers a broad scope of environmental and health protection topics, including:• Air quality and emissions control• Water management and wastewater treatment• Soil and groundwater protection• Waste handling and disposal• Hazardous substance management• Occupational health and safetyThe standard outlines specific technical requirements and best practices for each of these areas, drawing on the latest scientific research and industry expertise. This ensures that organizations can effectively mitigate their environmental and health-related risks and impacts.

Ensuring Regulatory Compliance

Compliance with BS EN 13946:2014 is essential for businesses and organizations operating in the UK and European Union. The standard is harmonized with relevant EU directives and regulations, including:• The EU Environmental Liability Directive• The EU REACH Regulation on chemicals• The EU Waste Framework Directive• The EU Occupational Safety and Health DirectivesBy implementing the guidelines and requirements set out in BS EN 13946:2014, organizations can demonstrate their commitment to environmental protection and worker safety, and ensure they are meeting their legal obligations.

Comprehensive Guidance for Diverse Sectors

This British Standard is applicable across a wide range of industries and sectors, including:• Manufacturing• Construction• Energy and utilities• Transportation and logistics• Waste management• Agriculture and food production• Healthcare and pharmaceuticalsRegardless of the nature of your business operations, BS EN 13946:2014 provides the technical specifications and best practices needed to safeguard the environment and protect the health and wellbeing of workers and the public.

Ensure Environmental and Health Compliance with BS EN 13946:2014

By implementing the guidelines and requirements set out in this comprehensive British Standard, organizations can demonstrate their commitment to environmental protection and worker safety, while also ensuring compliance with relevant EU and UK legislation. Whether you operate in manufacturing, construction, or any other sector, BS EN 13946:2014 is an essential resource for managing your environmental and health-related risks and impacts.