Explanatory note
(This note is not part of the Regulations)
1
These Regulations implement Council Directive 89/686/EEC (OJ No L399, 30.12.89, p.18) on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to personal protective equipment.
2
They provide for the application of the powers to serve prohibition notices, notices to warn, suspension notices and forfeiture orders under the Consumer Protection Act 1987 and for enforcement by weights and measures authorities in Great Britain and district councils in Northern Ireland.
3
They provide for the approval and withdrawal of approval of bodies responsible for certification and monitoring.
4
They provide for the free movement of personal protective equipment and components in accordance with the Directive.