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The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is Britain’s national regulator for workplace health and safety. It prevents work-related death, injury and ill health. HSE is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department for Work and Pensions .
There is no law for a minimum or maximum temperature, but during working hours the temperature in all workplaces inside buildings must be reasonable
Resources for employers, local government and commissioners on workplace health.
Owners and operators of seagoing ships and large yachts are responsible for the health and safety of seafarers
Owners of UK-flagged fishing vessels are responsible for basic health and safety on board their boats, safe working practices and safety equipment.
An employer can suspend an employee from work if their health and safety is in danger - employee right to pay, alternative work and how to handle problems
Fire safety in business and non-domestic premises: the responsible person, fire risk assessments, shared premises, new buildings, enforcement, appeals and penalties
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