HSE has published new guidance on using nitrous oxide (gas and air) safely in maternity units This guidance is aimed at those in maternity units who are responsible for preventing harm from high levels of exposure to nitrous oxide. It covers: - levels of exposure
- control measures
- monitoring exposure
- management systems
Visit our website to view the guidance: Using nitrous oxide (gas and air) safely in maternity units
HSE and CQC have reviewed their MoU and small changes were made as overall the review found that this document works well in practice The purpose of the MoU is to help ensure that there is effective, co-ordinated, and comprehensive regulation of health and safety for patients, service users, workers, and members of the public. It applies to both health and adult social care in England. This MoU outlines the respective responsibilities of CQC, HSE and Local Authorities (LAs) in England when dealing with health and safety incidents in the health and adult social care sectors, including illustrative examples of the incidents that would fall to each organisation. Download the updated MoU from HSE's website The latest episode of the HSE podcast supports those with a legal duty to manage asbestos in their buildings The episode discusses the risks of asbestos and the steps to managing asbestos effectively in non-domestic buildings. It features the Group Property Asbestos Manager at Marks and Spencer, who shares practical examples of how the retailer manages asbestos across its estate.  Listen to the âAsbestos â Your Dutyâ podcast | 
