Hi I have been asked by our new H.R dept how long do we have to keep records of ex employees and is it required under Health and Safety, the employee in question goes back 15 years long before i arrived on the scene any advice would be appreciated. thanks in advance

I found this document some time a go and use it as a " rule of thumb. Health and safety records retention Inspection of equipment 7 years following disposal Process inspection 6 years from last action Areas where Asbestos contact was likely 5 years from last action 40 years in the case of health surveillance Incident records Employee 6 years Public - adults 6 years Public - children 24 years Caused by Ill health 40 years Risk assessments generally keep for 6 years Stress 6 years following last intervention Monitoring Minimum of 6 years Occupational Health Records Pre employment 6 months if not appointed, Employment +3 years if appointed Hope this helps