The employer has a duty to safeguard the health & safety of employees and visitors alike. There are several regulations that are binding and penalties of non-compliance can include large fines (up to £5,000) and imprisonment (2 years). These statutory
requirements include Regulation 5 of the Workplace (Health Safety & Welfare) Regulations 1992; the Electric Power Operated Doors – Regulation 6 of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1996, and the Fire Exit and Compartment Doors – Regulation 6 of the Fire Precautions (Workplace) Regulations 1997.