Managing Health and Safety (HSE)

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) provides free guidance, tools and practical resources to help businesses develop effective health and safety management systems, comply with UK legislation and protect employees, customers, contractors and visitors from workplace risks.

At the heart of the guidance is the nationally recognised Managing for Health and Safety (HSG65) framework, which promotes the Plan, Do, Check, Act approach to managing health and safety. This proven model helps organisations identify and control risks, improve workplace wellbeing, strengthen leadership and management practices, and embed health and safety into day-to-day business operations.

The resources are suitable for employers, business owners, directors, managers and anyone responsible for workplace compliance. Businesses can access guidance on legal duties, risk assessments, health and safety management systems, performance monitoring and continuous improvement. Small and low-risk businesses can also use the resources to establish proportionate and effective arrangements without creating unnecessary administrative burdens.

Effective health and safety management can help businesses reduce accidents and incidents, minimise disruption, improve employee wellbeing, strengthen organisational resilience, demonstrate regulatory compliance and support business growth. Guidance is available online at no cost and covers a wide range of sectors and workplace settings across the UK.