Health and Safety of Young Persons

15 May 2007
Health and safety legislation is often cited as the main reason for not employing young persons in chemical laboratories. Legislation does not prohibit the employment of young persons in chemical laboratories but it does provide a framework for their protection. This Note aims to clarify of the legal position and to give some basic information on the health and safety requirements for young persons working in chemical laboratories. In order to stimulate young and enquiring minds, it is vital to allow young persons to experience practical work in chemical laboratories at first hand. This Note does not, however, purport to be a full or definitive guide. Readers are urged to obtain more detailed information if this is required. The bibliography at the end of this Note provides a good starting point but it is not exhaustive.