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Acronyms and Abbreviations used in HSE

This is a compilation of acronyms and abbreviations commonly used within HSE. It is based on information gathered from all parts of HSE. Where possible we have verified the information from printed sources. Abbreviations readily available elsewhere, have not been included in this edition.

Information is arranged alphabetically. Those entries marked with an asterisk * relate directly to HSC/HSE.

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