PFAS in firefighting foam restriction proposals: Consultation open and final Risk Assessment Opinion published

HSE is seeking views on the draft Socioeconomic Assessment Opinion.

HSE has opened a public consultation on the draft Socioeconomic Assessment (SEA) Opinion associated with the appropriateness of restrictions to reduce risks to the environment and human health from the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in firefighting foams (FFF).

The consultation includes a series of questions which we would specifically welcome responses on, as well as inviting interested parties to provide comments on the draft SEA. Relevant evidence should be provided to support any responses.

View the public consultation for PFAS in FFF.

The consultation closes on 7 September 2026.

We have also published our Risk Assessment Opinion on the appropriateness of restriction to reduce risks to the environment and human health from PFAS in FFF. This is included in the Agency Opinion but is not part of the above consultation.

Training courses from HSE

HSE's training is delivered by experts to help organisations comply with the law and keep workforces healthy and safe.

These upcoming courses are designed to increase delegates' confidence and competence in managing health and safety in the workplace:

• DSEAR: Gases and liquids
  10 September, HSE Science and Research Centre, Buxton
  13 to 14 October, live online
• NEBOSH HSE: Certificate in process safety management
  5 to 8 October, HSE Science and Research Centre, Buxton

Free webinar: Work-related stress and how to manage it

12 August, 2:30pm to 3:30pm

Hear from HSE and our publishing partner TSO about the resources and tools available that can help workplaces successfully manage work-related stress. Topics covered include:

• stress management standards
• stress indicator tool
  
  

The webinar will conclude with a live audience Q&A.

Register for our webinar: Work-related stress and how to manage it