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Health and Safety updates

Stay up to date with the latest changes to HSE health and safety policies, guidance and initiatives. This page brings together our recent updates so you can quickly see what has changed and what you need to know.

Autumn 2026 safety representative information sessions

These webinars are for trained HSE safety representatives only.

Choose your session and register to book your place.

Your Role as a Safety Rep in the HSE
Wednesday 30 September 10.30am - 11.30am

Work-Related Stress
Tuesday 13 October 10.30am - 11.30am

New HSE Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Safety Guidance: what you need to know
Thursday 5 November 10.30am - 11.30am

New HSE Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Safety Guidance - what you need to know
Tuesday 24 November 10.30am - 11.30am

Your Role as a Safety Rep in the HSE
Wednesday 9 December 10.30am - 11.30am

NHSF Safety Catalogue

We’ve developed a catalogue of the NHSF’s tools, guidance and resources to support the HSE’s Safety Management System (SMS) and Healthy Workplace Framework.

Using the guide helps organisations:

  • follow a clear, structured approach to safety
  • stay aligned with current standards and guidance
  • use ready‑to‑go tools that save time
  • strengthen safety culture and promote healthier workplaces

NHSF Safety Catalogue Resources for HSE SMS and Healthy Workplace Framework

Occupational Safety and Health

Our quarterly OSH newsletter highlights:

  • new or updated safety guidance
  • changes in legislation
  • best practice advice
  • links to useful tools and resources

Read the latest newsletter - Issue 38 OSH Newsletter (PDF, 4.5 MB, 4 pages)

View previous editions

Contact

If you have questions about health and safety policies, procedures, or resources, contact the Health and Safety team:

Contact HSE Health and Safety helpdesk (HSE and Section 38 and 39 staff only)

Use the Health and Safety Self Service Portal

Phone: 1800 420 420

Monday to Friday 10.30am to 12 noon and 2.00pm to 3.30pm