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Health and Safety

Alongside the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) we are responsible for enforcing health and safety at work.

Inspections

We make visits to check compliance with Health & Safety law

Investigations

We investigate complaints of unsafe working conditions/practices

Enforcement

Dover District Council is responsible for enforcing Health & Safety legislation.

Cooling & Condensing

Notify us of Cooling Towers & Evaporative Condensers

Tattooing & Skin Piercing

Find out about the Tattoo Hygiene Rating Scheme

Better Business For All

Help with rules and regulations for existing and new businesses

Useful Websites

The Health and Safety Executive website provides lots of information for businesses and members of the public. Guidance documents can also be downloaded free of charge at HSE Books.
The Gas Safe Register Website provides information on gas safety, including finding a registered gas safe engineer.
The Health Protection Agency Website gives information on public health, including guidance on infectious diseases.

Public Protection Contact

Phone Number: 01304 872216
Email Public Protection: publicprotection@dover.gov.uk
Office Hours: Monday–Friday 09:00–17:00 hours

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