Many companies feel that Health and Safety is not a top priority, in fact its the last on the list when it comes to setting financial budgets, but have you ever thought of the cost, inconvenience and time lost when things do go wrong?

For example:

  • An accident in the workplace
  • A civil claim brought about by an injured party.
  • A visit by the enforcement authorities, leading to fines and possible prosecution
  • An insurance company increasing your premiums due to significant risks not being managed in the workplace

What you can do:

  • Plan - Work with your employees to identify potential problem areas and set goals for improvement
  • Train - Give your employees the knowledge to identify and take action over potential risks
  • Organise - Make employees, responsible for specific areas
  • Control - Make sure that working practices and processes are being carried out in a safe manner
  • Monitor and review - Consult with your employees so they can contribute on how the control measures are working
What you can do

Do you have a competent person to assist you with your legal obligations as an employer?
Have you a current Health and Safety setting out clear direction and responsibilities?
Have you carried out relevant Risk Assessments based on the most dangerous tasks within your organisation?
Have you carried out an Health and Safety Audit - To identify key areas of concern?
Have you provided essential Health and Safety Training for your staff, including Managers and Directors?