Health and safety
We investigate complaints, accidents and dangerous occurrences at work.
We have enforcement powers at non-industrial private sector workplaces, including:
- retail shops
- wholesale premises
- offices
- catering and food services
- residential accommodation, including care homes and tourist caravan sites
- consumer services such as hairdressers, tanning, and shoe repair
- leisure premises
- outdoor events
The Health and Safety Executive is responsible for health and safety inspections of farms, factories, building sites and most public sector employers.