Health and Safety Executive

Step 1: Register your new business

Since 6 April 2009, most new businesses no longer need to register with HSE.

However, if you work with hazardous substances, such as asbestos or explosives, or in a hazardous industry, such as construction or diving, you may need to apply for a licence; or notify HSE or your local authority.

If in doubt, ring your local authority’s environmental health department or call HSE’s Infoline on 0845 345 0055 for advice.


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