... when a new bit of 'elf and safety legislation' comes along ...
Hmm. That's rather the point: there isn't actually that much 'new legislation' coming along - it's usually just some occasionally over-zealous interpretation of existing legislation.
By the way: my reference to a 'point' does not imply in any way that there is any sharp object contained within this particular post. Nevertheless, your attention is drawn to the potential dangers of sharp objects which may possibly appear in adjoining posts.
CfN.