Overview
Luton Council and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) work together to keep workplaces safe by inspecting premises, supporting businesses, and ensuring accidents and incidents are properly reported and managed.
The council inspects:
- offices
- shops
- warehouses
- leisure venues
- care homes
- food businesses
- other public‑facing premises
The HSE oversees higher risk sectors such as:
- construction
- engineering
- manufacturing
- schools
- NHS sites
Inspections are based on risk, may be unannounced, and focus on whether workplaces are safe, staff are properly trained and buildings and activities are well managed.
Businesses can:
- report
- concerns
- request advice
- arrange visits
- access training
- check licensing requirements
New businesses are supported through guidance and self assessment tools.
Employers must legally report certain accidents, illnesses and dangerous occurrences to the central Incident Contact Centre under RIDDOR. These reports help the HSE and local authorities identify risks, investigate serious incidents and give businesses guidance on preventing future harm.
Reports are shared with the council’s health and safety team, which may investigate and carry out follow up action. A public prosecution register is available for environmental cases, and business related health and safety prosecutions can be viewed through the Health and Safety Prosecution Public Register.
Enforcement policy
Luton Council follows the national concordat on good enforcement practice, and our enforcement policy leaflet, available to download below. It sets out the approach our officers follow when carrying out the council’s regulatory duties.