Trading Standards advice for businesses
Do you run a business in East Sussex? We can help you get the latest business advice, safety notices and licences for your products.
We also carry out inspections and enforce legislation. Approved traders can advertise through our Buy With Confidence scheme.
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Approvals of weights and measures and the latest guidance leaflets for businesses.
Prove that you provide a high standard of service.
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Other websites that offer useful Trading Standards advice.
Information about recent product and food recalls and updates on the latest scams and how to avoid them.
Products that can only be sold to people who have reached a certain age and how to prevent underage sales.
Apply for licences and registrations to store and sell fireworks and other explosives.
East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service deal with safety and licences for businesses where petrol is stored for dispensing directly into a vehicle – such as petrol filling stations – or large amounts of petrol stored for private use.
A number of household items contain non-medical poisons. If you sell them, you will need to be licensed.
Guidance for businesses that serve or supply food. Includes labelling, hygiene, food hazard warnings and health and safety information.
Information about animal movements, feed and other aspects of animal health.
Guidance on who needs an EPC, what it includes, and how to get an EPC.
Advice on HIPs for home buyers and home sellers.
