Research

HSE conducts both its own research and commissions research from other organisations. Information on the results of research and on current research programmes is referenced here.

• Class 1: HSC Science strategy
• Class 2: Published research results
• Class 3: Current research programmes
• Class 4: Research procurement

HSE Publication scheme

Class 1: HSC science strategy

Document	Definition	Availability	Format	Cost
HSC Science Strategy	Sets out how HSE will apply science to delivering the aims of the HSC Strategy ‘A Strategy for Workplace Health and Safety in Great Britain to 2010 and beyond.’	Online	[xxkb]	Free

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Class 2: Published research results

Publication of research undertaken by, or on behalf of, HSE. Publication of results may be delayed or occasionally not published at all.

Document	Definition	Availability	Format	Cost
Research publications website	Provides a subject index and links to published research reports	Online	[xxkb]	Free

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Class 3: Current research programmes

Document	Definition	Availability	Format	Cost
HSE Science and Research Outlook website	Interactive online resource, providing registered users with information on specific research projects, and the wider impact of the HSE's science and research portfolio, across all industry sectors	Online	Webpages	Free
Strategic Research Projects		Online	[xxkb]	Free
Nuclear Research	Provides information about how the Nuclear Installations Inspectorate (NII) carries out its Key Business Activity of identifying, commissioning and promulgating the results of research into nuclear safety issues	Online	Webpages pdf	Free

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Class 4: Research procurement

HSE's research procurement policy is to ensure that research is contracted efficiently and effectively to maximise value for money, ensure financial probity and further our health and safety interests. HSE has about 500 active projects at any one time. The life span and budget of individual projects varies considerably. The programme comprises projects carried out by contractors from private industry, consultants, government laboratories, universities and the Health and Safety Laboratory (HSL). HSE does not award research grants.HSE commissions research from organisations that can demonstrate they have the necessary capabilities, and follow sound health and safety and environmental practices. Account is also taken of the existence and proper operation of appropriate quality management systems.

Document	Definition	Availability	Format	Cost
Research Procurement	See ‘Selling to HSE’ website	Online	Webpages	Free