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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 .
A guide to farming risks, potential problems with public safety and how to avoid accidents
There is no law for a minimum or maximum temperature, but during working hours the temperature in all workplaces inside buildings must be reasonable
Fire safety in business and non-domestic premises: the responsible person, fire risk assessments, shared premises, new buildings, enforcement, appeals and penalties
Amendment 2 outlines guidance on responsibilities of the shipowner, master, officers and seafarers for the health and safety on UK ships under UK regulations.
UK results from the European Survey of Enterprises on New and Emerging Risks, 2014 (ESENER-2).
Annual release of updated health and safety statistics on work-related injury, ill health and costs in Great Britain.
Workers' rights to rest breaks at work - length of breaks, how your age affects rest breaks, exceptions to the rules for shift workers, young people, and drivers
Owners of UK-flagged fishing vessels are responsible for basic health and safety on board their boats, safe working practices and safety equipment.
Resources for employers, local government and commissioners on workplace health.
Public health principles for reducing the spread of respiratory infections, including COVID-19, in the workplace.
Advice on legal responsibilities for managing and maintaining school buildings and land, and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory standards.
Owners and operators of seagoing ships and large yachts are responsible for the health and safety of seafarers
Amendment 2 advises on the protection of maritime workers from the risks associated with working at height.
Health and safety issues and regulations for farm vehicles, machinery and equipment: risk assessments and good practice.
Amendment 2 outlines guidance on the risks arising from exposure to harmful levels of artificial optical radiation.
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