who enforces the health and safety at work act 1974
Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 The Executive consists of a chairman and between 7 and 11 other people, all appointed by the Secretary of State, as of 2008[update], the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions (Schedule 2). Before the 2008 merger, the Executive had to carry out all functions delegated to it, or otherwise directed by, the Commission and provide the Secretary of State with information and expert advice (section 11(5)). The Executive is responsible for enforcement of the Act and regulations made under it though the Secretary of State may transfer some of the duties to local government (section 18).