The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is Britain’s national regulator for workplace health and safety, take a look at the latest updates.
Make sure you have the right workplace facilities available
Employers must provide welfare facilities and a working environment that's healthy and safe for everyone in the workplace, including those with disabilities. For further information please select the following link: Have the right workplace facilities - Overview - HSE
Vehicle and transport safety at work
Help prevent accidents by assessing and managing vehicle and driver safety – wherever you work. Vehicles at work continue to be one of the major causes of fatal and major injuries. For further information please select the following link: Workplace transport - HSE
Manual handling: guidance on the law
As an employer, you must protect your workers from manual handling injuries in the workplace. For further information please select the following link: Manual handling at work - Musculoskeletal disorders - HSE
No Falls Week: 13 – 17 May 2024
Falls from height continue to be the most common cause of fatal accidents to construction workers. The No Falls Foundation is launching its first ever No Falls Week, a campaign dedicated to promoting safe working at height. Visit HSE's website for more guidance and information on working at height.