This is the loud and clear message conveyed by the HSE since 1991, however in the world of business this can seem daunting to many as the ever increasing legislative requirements continue to grow. Many organisations do not have the “in house” expertise, resources, experience or the capabilities to deal with legislative duties which can leave them exposed to potential prosecutions, civil claims, criminal records, avoidable losses as well as placing them at a disadvantage within their industry sector.

Many people are put off by the idea of engaging the services of consultants as it can appear to be costly, over complicated, not bespoke to your needs and time consuming. With Specialist Safety Management Limited this does not need to be the case.

Ask yourself the following questions:

• Are you and your employees aware of your legal obligations under health and safety law?

• Do you know and understand the health and safety legislation that impacts your business?

• Have arrangements been made and implemented to control the risks associated with your workplace and work activities?

• Do you know what can affect your business and employees in terms of health and safety?

• Are your safety management systems and procedures user-friendly for your employees?

• Would you be prepared to let your company be “named and shamed” through a breach of health and safety regulations that could easily be avoided which may result in massive financial consequences and major damage to your reputation?

• Are you aware that a HSE/Local Authority Inspector can enter your premises unannounced at any reasonable time and ask you to demonstrate any aspect of your safety arrangements e.g. safety policy, fire risk assessment, asbestos survey report, risk assessments, training records, etc.

• Have you or your employees received the necessary training that ensures work can be completed in a safe manner?

If after answering these questions you identify that you may need assistance to fulfil your obligations this is where the right consultant can be of value to you and your business needs.

Not all consultants are the same. “off the shelf” safety packages are all well and good but they may not meet your requirements. This is where Specialist Safety Management Limited are different because of our experience and technical expertise we can provide you with tailored advice, systems, monitoring, training, etc that are created to fit your specific business demands.