Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) in warm/hot environments increases the risk of heat stress. This occurs when the body is unable to cool itself enough to maintain a healthy temperature. Heat stress can cause heat exhaustion and lead to heat stroke if the person is unable to cool down.This document contains further information and actions which can be taken when working in hot conditions and using PPE.

The Approved List of biological agents and associated guidance are prepared by the Advisory Committee on Dangerous Pathogens (ACDP) at the request of the Health and Safety Executive. Approved for use with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2003.

To view the transcripts for these radio adverts please click on the link below:Asbestos radio adverts - transcripts 

If you work in a building built before the year 2000, it's likely that some parts of the building will contain asbestos.  Asbestos is found in many products used in buildings, including ceiling tiles, pipe insulation, boilers and sprayed coatings. More information can be found in the following leaflet which provides information for tradespeople on protecting themselves against Asbestos.

If you are responsible for maintenance and repair for non-domestic premises, you have a legal duty to manage the risk from asbestos. If tradespeople work in your building, you have a legal obligation to check for asbestos.The following publication will provide you with advice and guidance.

The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1997, place a legal duty on: employersself-employed peoplepeople in control of premisesTo report work-related deaths, major injuries or over-three-day injuries, work related diseases, and dangerous occurrences (near miss accidents). Since 1 April 2013, employers have the option to report all work related incidents to HSENI, no matter who the relevant enforcing authority is for the business. HSENI, in agreement with district councils, are now offering this service, in the hope that it will make it easier for employers to report incidents at work. This is especially relevant where it is difficult for an employer to determine who their relevant enforcing authority is. HSENI will process all forms onto its RIDDOR database and, where applicable, forward on relevant forms to the appropriate district council to register and process in the normal way.You can complete an online form at the following link:Report of an injury or dangerous occurrence (NI2508) - online formOr you can download a blank template to complete below:    

If your business or organisation operates in Northern Ireland you can sign up for the Farm Safety Partnership Farm Safety Affiliate Scheme. Read more and download the application form.

The Carriage of Dangerous Goods and Use of Transportable Pressure Equipment Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010 (as amended) Authorisation No. 839 Rev. 2

Registration form for diving contractors - Diving at Work Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2005.

When your Certificate of Appointment is due for renewal, HSENI will require you to complete and submit this audit form along with other relevant information

This document is an application form (AMED02) for approval as a Medical Examiner of Divers under 'The Diving at Work Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2005'.  

This document (AMED02R) must be completed for renewing approval as a medical examiner of divers.  

This form is to be used by doctors applying for appointment for the first time or by established appointed doctors applying to have their appointment extended to cover additional regulations.

This form is a clinical record (HSENI MS101) under the Ionising Radiation Regulations (NI) 2000.

This form can be used as a surveillance record for a person exposed to lead.

This form is a certification of unfitness/fitness under the Control of Lead at Work Regulations (NI) 2003.  (HSENI MS103)

This form should be completed by appointed doctors wishing to renew their appointment.

Ionising radiation health record (HSENI IR2067)