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It is the duty of all employers to ensure that adequate provisions are made for the health, safety and welfare of their employees and also for others who may be affected by their operations, such as visitors and customers.
Employer responsibilities include:
- providing a safe place to work;
- ensuring that there are safe systems of work;
- having equipment and tools that are safe to use;
- providing information about the materials used on the premises; and
- training employees in the safe use of such equipment and materials.
We are always willing to give advice to businesses on health and safety associated legislation and help them to find solutions to practical problems in the workplace.
If you are considering setting up a business, or wish to discuss any health and safety or employee welfare issue, please contact us.
Our contact details
Public Protection
PO Box 2452
Hanley Town Hall
Albion Street
Hanley
Stoke-on-Trent
ST1 1XP
Tel: 01782 232065
Fax: 01782 236496
Email: PublicProtection@stoke.gov.uk
Opening times
Monday to Thursday 8.45am - 5pm
Friday 8.45am - 4.30pm