How can I get information on how to comply with Health and
Safety Legislation (HSE)?
The Health and Safety Executive provide comprehensive
information on their website which is free and much of it can be
downloaded from their website. The link to the site can be found at
the foot of this page. You can also contact HSE on their info line
telephone number: 0870 343 0055
What Type Of Accidents Do I Need To Report and How Can I
Report?
If an employee is killed or seriously injured at work or is off
from work for more than 3 days or a member of the public is killed
or taken to hospital as a result of an accident at a place of work
the accident must be reported to the enforcing authority. Accidents
can be reported to the National Incident Contact Centre on 0845 300
9923
Do I Need To Display A Health and Safety Law Poster?
It is a legal requirement for employers to either display an
approved Health and Safety law poster or to provide employees with
the equivalent leaflet
HSE books, Sudbury, Suffolk. Telephone: 01787 881165. The poster
is plastic laminated and very durable. If you have a number of
employees it is recommended that the poster is purchased. If staff
leave or your business expands you will not have to worry about
giving out the leaflet each time.
What is a Risk Assessment?
A risk assessment is a careful examination of what in your
workplace, could cause harm to people, so that you can determine
whether you have taken enough precautions or if you need to do more
to prevent harm. The aim is to ensure that no one gets hurt or
becomes ill due to conditions in the workplace and or from the work
they are required to do.
Where can I get training in Health and Safety?
You can obtain training from the following: