This could involve either the service of a legal notice, prosecution, or in situations where serious personal injury could arise, a prohibition notice requiring immediate action.

Please refer to the Ashfield District Council Environmental Health and Housing Services Enforcement Policy Statement for more information.

Health and Safety Complaint Investigation

Complaints about working conditions are always investigated sensitively and the complainant's confidentiality is assured. Such matters are usually resolved by giving advice to the employer, but as with accident investigation, if formal action is needed then this will be taken.

Health and Safety Accident Investigation

The investigation of dangerous occurrences and accidents at work also forms an important part of the Section's work. The outcome of these enquiries usually involves the giving of advice to the employer. If a blatant breach of requirements is identified as the main reason for an accident happening, then formal action will be taken.

If you would like to complain about a Health and Safety issue within the workplace please contact us.

The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995

For further information regarding these regulations and the notification of your accidents, diseases and dangerous occurrences please select this link to www.riddor.gov.uk.

Please select this link to find out about the Councils regulation of Health and Safety in the workplace, our inspection process and self assessment.

Please select this link for more advice about Health and Safety and training available.