Karl joined HSE in 2005 and has regulated across a variety of industrial sectors including fixed premises (factories), construction sites, asbestos, gas, NHS and educational establishments. Since of 2017, he has been part of the HSE’s Local Authority Safety Unit Team with a policy and engagement role for health and safety in the entertainment industry including Theatre, film\broadcast and wider entertainment sectors. Promoting the application of safe working and the work activities behind the scenes to enabling live events and broadcast content to be produced. Recent activities include engaging with industries and Departments across Government in the development of guidance with regard to COVID-19 including consultation on guidance for safe COVID working within the entertainment industries. Representing HSE interests in relation to preparations for Birmingham Commonwealth Games and Eurovision in Liverpool.