HSE Poster and Inspector Powers
A HSE poster tells workers what they and their employers need to do about health and safety.
What powers does a HSE inspector have?
A HSE inspector can:
- Enter your premises
- Examine and investigate
Required Employer Documents
What documents does an employer need to display?
Employers must display:
- Their employers’ liability insurance certificate
- Their health and safety policy
- A health and safety law poster
- A list of first aiders
- Fire evacuation arrangements
Health and Safety Bulletin Board
What’s on the health and safety bulletin board?
A health and safety bulletin board has:
- Posters
- Health and safety information
Safety Posters and Information
What should be on a safety poster?
A safety poster provides a safety message quickly. Safety posters share concepts workers know to reinforce safety habits. Create effective posters – keep messaging simple and clear. Use images to engage. Make eye-catching with bold colors and fonts. Display posters where relevant. A handwashing poster belongs near sinks. Rotate safety posters on a schedule.
The Occupational Safety and Health Act poster informs workers of rights. Posters identify hazards and present safety information. Call for volume discounts on safety posters – 901-759-0932. Posters create safety awareness. Include clear headlines, images, clear messaging, action steps, and contact information.
Choose creative poster ideas to boost engagement. Posters strategically placed serve as reminders to adhere to safety. Signs should be visible, in line of sight, well-lit, and readable. Allow enough time to read and act. Display signs alone when possible. Display health and safety law posters where workers can easily read them. The policy statement belongs in a prominent, easily read position.