Health and Safety

Health and Safety compliance in the workplace has never been more important, the need for businesses to comply to the increasing number of legislations is motivated by the Health and Safety Executive, Inspectors and the increasing number of court cases in the news.

Every year we see the latest accident statistics released by the Health and Safety Executive, that establish those industries that are less performing to others, and every year we see new legislations coming into force that create more of a burden on businesses trying to survive...how are you managing?

What are the legal requirements for health and safety?

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 implies the generic legal duties upon employers to ensure the health, safety and welfare of their employees as far as is reasonably practicable and that this information is documented in the form of a policy and reviewed as necessary.

The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 re-enforce that of the act but place a detailed responsibility on employers to produce sufficient risk assessments to assess and manage health and safety risks that arise in the workplace. We must then aim to reduce these risks by implementing sensible health and safety control measures, documenting and reviewing these as necessary.

How can JR Consultants help you with your health and safety?

As you can probably guess, the acts and regulations governing health and safety at work can be an absolute minefield to someone with little or no experience!

We can help you design, document and complete risk assessments, implementing and advising on sensible control measures where necessary. We will ensure you are meeting the relevant legislations, and should we find any areas of deficiency , we will advise on these as required.

We will also produce a health and safety policy as required by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 for you covering all the areas required as necessary depending on your industry and business practices.

We are also able to offer you an ongoing external consultant service, advising you on any new and upcoming legislations, ensuring that you review and incorporate any of these into your risk assessments and health and safety policy.

What are the benefits in good health and safety management?

You will be in legal compliance and will meet your duties and obligations as an employer Reduced Insurance Premiums with your Insurers It is Cost Effective - a reduced risk for potential prosecution(s) Improved health and safety Performance Reduced rates of absenteeism amongst staff - lower accident rates and statistics Staff Involvement - an increased morale with staff Defined responsibilities for health and safety - someone is appointed the responsibility for health and safety. Effective Control over the business.