Chemical industries welcome review into health and safety regulations

London – The Chemical Industries Association has welcomed the Lofstedt Review into health and safety regulations, commissioned by the Government.

Chemical manufacturers often deal with substances and processes, which must be carefully controlled to eliminate or minimise risk to employees, the general public and the environment.

Commenting on the review Steve Elliott, Chief Executive of the Chemical Industries Association, said: “Chemical businesses have been leading the way on the development of world class personal and process safety practices.

“This review is an opportunity to ensure that health and safety remains a key priority for our sector and others, while ensuring that we can continue to compete globally.

“We believe this can be achieved with measures that recognise companies that go beyond regulatory requirements, reinforced by good performance records, enabling the Regulators to focus resources on poorer performers.”