Health and Safety in the Waste Management and Recycling industries - How We Work

HSE is organised into a number of directorates of which the largest is the Field Operations Directorate (FOD).

FOD is the main 'operational arm' of HSE and includes HSE inspectors, industry sector groups and support staff.

HSE inspectors

HSE has operational inspectors who deal with industry on a daily basis by:

• On-site inspections (announced and unannounced)
• Investigation of accidents and complaints
• Providing guidance, advice and support at visits, by phone or at
  Industry events
• Enforcement where necessary

Industry sectors

FOD has several different industry sectors. HSE's Manufacturing Sector holds a range of responsibilities for dealing nationally with health and safety concerns within the Waste Management and Recycling industries.