Assist and encourage persons concerned with matters relevant to the operation of the objectives of the HSWA;
Make arrangements for and encourage research and publication, training and information in connection with its work;
Make arrangements for securing that government departments, employers, employees, their respective representative organisations, and other persons are provided with an information and advisory service and are kept informed of, and adequately advised on, such matters;
Propose regulations.
The Commission was further obliged keep the Secretary of State informed of its plans and ensure alignment with the policies of the Secretary of State, giving effect to any directions given to it.[4] The Secretary of State could give directions to the Commission.[5]
On 1 April 2006, the Commission ceased to have responsibility for railway safety.[6]
Personnel
The Health and Safety Commission had five chair persons in its 34-year existence [7]
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