Health and Safety Executive

HSE and the ports industry

HSE’s role is to prevent people being killed, injured or made ill by work in the ports industry.

Operational units

HSE has a number of operational inspectors and visiting staff who deal with the industry by a range of methods including:

  • On-site visits (announced and unannounced)
  • Investigation of accidents and complaints
  • Providing guidance and support at visits, by phone or at events
  • Enforcement where necessary

Sector

Head of Sector - Chris Barringer

The Sector takes an active role in dealing with the industry by:

For more information or queries on local ports issues you should contact your local HSE office. For general queries contact email docks@hse.gsi.gov.uk.


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Updated 19.08.11