The Independent Regulatory Challenge Panel

HSE has just announced the establishment of an independent panel to consider challenges to health and safety regulatory advice.

The Independent Regulatory Challenge Panel will look into complaints regarding advice given by HSE or LA inspectors about health and safety which you think is incorrect or goes beyond what is required to control the risk adequately.

The panel will consist of independent members who will have the competence and experience to assess advice that has been given on regulatory matters.

Before you raise an issue with the panel, you should have first tried to resolve the matter with the relevant HSE or LA inspector and their manager.

What to expect

Your issue will be put before the panel members who will review it thoroughly and inform you of its findings.

The panel will only consider cases from 30 June 2011 onwards and the outcome will be made available on the HSE website.

The panel’s role is advisory. The regulators will  respect the independence of the panel and its advice and where appropriate take it onboard.

Article from HSE website.