Health and Safety Consultants
Can We Help With a Health and Safety Consultant?
Regardless of industry sector or business sector, employers are required under the 2005 Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the safety, health and welfare at work of their employees.
This is where a suitably qualified and competent Health and Safety Consultant can add value.
The key to ensuring the safety and health of employees, contractors and visitors to the workplace, is having and operating a robust, active and meaningful health and safety management system that offers protection for everyone.
We offer an unrivalled range of Health and Safety Consultant services for small, medium and large businesses and organisations, having been in business for the past 10 years.
To date, we have helped over 1000 clients with health and safety solutions and our Health and Safety Consultants are experts in their individual fields, each with the appropriate qualifications.
Health and Safety Consultants Ireland
We offer Health and Safety Consultants nationwide across Ireland
Our Health and Safety Consultant Ireland service covers most industries and workplaces.
Some example of work we have carried out ranges from Hotels and Production Plants to Offices and Schools.
Health and Safety Consultants Dublin
We also offer Health and Safety Consultants across the Dublin the capital city.
Our Health and Safety Consultant Dublin service also covers the majority of workplaces.
Extensive range of Health and Safety Consultant Services
Preparation of Safety Statements:
A Safety Statement is a legal requirement for all entities trading in Ireland. Failure to have an relevant up-to-date, site specific safety statement can result in the Health and Safety Authority (HSA), initiating criminal proceedings against directors and senior managers of the offending business.
Should you wish to proceed and obtain a Safety Statement, A Health and Safety Consultant will visit your premises and undertake both a documentation based checklist and a visual inspection.
The Safety Statement will then be ready within approximately 10 days post visit.
Developing Risk Assessment:
Risk Assessment forms part of the Safety Statement, and again, is a legal requirement under Section 19 of the 2005, Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act. Risk assessments outline and ensure how all work activities are undertaken in a safe manner by identifying the hazards and evaluating the risk. The process also looks at assessing who may be harmed and why. This is followed by creating and operating control measures and evaluating and reviewing these controls as necessary.
Our Health and Safety Consultant will undertake a Risk Assessment as part of the Safety Statement process.
Conducting VDU / DSE Assessments:
The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work, (General Application) Regulations 2007, outline the various requirements that must be adhered to in relation to Visual Display Unit / Display Screen Equipment (VDU /DSE).
Our Health and Safety Consultants are competent and qualified to conduct VDU / DSE Assessments. We review each workstation and person individually as the principle of ergonomics is to take into account the differences each person has pertaining to workplace set up
Further to the above, it is clear to any competent Health and Safety Consultant undertaking said assessments how important these can be and how each person has different comfort levels, possible sensitivities and injuries etc, all of which should and must be taken into account.
Carrying out Health and Safety Audits and Inspections
Our Health and Safety Consultants are experts at conducting Health and Safety Audits and Inspections with regards to compliance with Irish Health and Safety law.
Health and Safety Audits and Inspections can be used to gauge compliance and assist with improving health and safety culture on the ground.
It is preferable to have a Safety Management System or Safety Statement in place prior to a Health and Safety Audit as the Safety Management System should contain procedures and risk assessments of which can compliance against can be measured.
Common Health and Safety Consultants Questions
What is the Role of a Health and Safety Consultant in Ireland?
A Health and Safety Consultant in Ireland can play an important role in ensuring that businesses comply with health and safety legislation.
The responsibilities of a Health and Safety Consultant can include conducting risk assessments, developing safety policies and assisting organisations in implementing effective health and safety management systems and / or safety statements.
A Health and Safety Consultant can also provide safety related training for staff
How can a Business Benefit From Hiring a Health and Safety Consultant?
Hiring a Health and Safety Consultant can bring benefits to a business apart from the obvious in terms of accident prevention.
A Health and Safety Consultant can provide expert knowledge and guidance tailored to the specific needs of the organisation, helping to ensure compliance and prevent likelihood of both criminal and civil prosecution.
Proper risk management measures when implemented can result in improved employee morale, and increased productivity.
What Should a Business Look For When Choosing a Health and Safety Consultant?
When selecting a Health and Safety Consultant, businesses should look at things such as the consultant's qualifications, experience, and industry expertise.
It is important to check the Health and Safety Consultants certifications, such as IOSH membership which starts at Grad IOSH for Consultants and appropriate third level qualifications such as a Degree in Occupational Safety and Health.
A competent Health and Safety Consultant should be able to provide a clear outline of their services, demonstrate their understanding of relevant legislation, and possess strong communication skills, as Health and Safety does get a bad rep.
Can a Health and Safety Consultant Assist With Emergency Preparedness and Response Planning?
Yes, Health and Safety Consultants can assist with developing emergency preparedness and response plans for organisations and businesses
The type of scenarios which need to be considered depending on the workplace can include fire, chemical spills, or natural disasters.
Many More Health and Safety Consultants Services:
In addition to these services we also provide additional health and safety services and more bespoke services.
We would welcome the opportunity to submit a proposal covering your all health and safety training requirements for your organisation.
Please contact us today to discuss your Health and Safety Consultant requirements.
