Health and Safety Executive

(HSE)

The Health and Safety Executive is the national regulator for workplace health and safety in Great Britain. It sets and enforces health and safety law, investigates serious workplace incidents, and provides guidance to employers and workers. Employers must notify the HSE of certain workplace accidents and dangerous occurrences under the RIDDOR regulations.

Official guidance

Related terms

Employers' Liability InsuranceAdvisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service
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