Health and safety in the retail industry is regulated by Local Authorities. The Consumer and Commercial Services Section of HSE’s Service, Transport and Safety Unit (STSU) has a sector role for retail and leads operational policy in this area.
HSE’s Infoline can answer general queries on health and safety in the retail industry. You can also contact your nearest Local Authority Environmental Health Department.
Fit 3 street gives more information on the areas of concern within the retail industry and the priorities which Health and Safety Enforcement Officers will be considering.
LOPP is a joint HSE and Local Authority venture which aims to test new ways of effectively engaging with large organisations. This pilot started in 2005 and there are some large retailers participating.
The Lead Authority Partnership Scheme is a means of improving consistency in the way local authorities enforce health and safety in companies which have outlets in a number of local authority areas. There are some retailers involved in this.