Surface Engineering - Programme of work

During inspections and investigations of surface engineering activities, HSE and LA inspectors will be seeking to ensure that management systems are in place to address the Revitalising Health and Safety (RHS) topics – see Surface engineering live issues

Additionally, HSE’s Manufacturing Sector is working through key stakeholders in the industry, such as the Surface Engineering Association (SEA) Health Safety and Environment Committee, to promote good practice and make available general, industry specific and topic guidance.

Surface engineering - Plan of work 2003/04

HSE’s Plan of Work cover all work activities, including surface engineering industries, and targets the 5 key priorities identified in the RHS strategy and the 3 additional priority topics identified by HSE’s Field Operations Directorate (FOD).

Where these priority topics are relevant, Inspectors will assess employers against publicised standards see HSE Revitalising Health and Safety.

Overall they will need to be satisfied that –

• Management of risks: The management is enthusiastic and competent, have identified the main risks and for each knows the relevant health and safety standards. That the necessary measures have been put in place and checks are made to see they are used properly. There should also be evidence of self-regulation.
  
• Working environment: The workplace is well-lit, tidy and clean; and the toilets, washing and other welfare facilities are good.