What is the main role of the Health and Safety Executive?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. To regulate and enforce workplace safety in Britain
- Step 1: HSE inspects, investigates and can prosecute. Step 2. It also provides guidance. Answer: To regulate and enforce workplace safety in Britain. Why not the others: Insurance, pay rates and merchant licences are not its role.
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