Health and Safety Executive
Also known as HSE
Introduction
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) was established under the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974.
The HSE was a body appointed by the Health and Safety Commission (HSC) to advise and assist the HSC with its functions. It is responsible for:
- enforcement of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and any regulations made under it;
- the carrying out of inspections.
In carrying out its enforcement role, the HSE carries out inspections and investigations, responds to complaints, serves notices and prosecutes.
Merger of the HSE and HSC
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