Health and safety in the workplace is a critical issue. More than two hundred people every year lose their lives at work in the UK. In addition, around 150 thousand injuries are reported each year, and an estimated 2 million people experience ill health caused or worsened by work. Have you got health and safety under control?

Health and safety in the workplace is a critical issue. More than two hundred people every year lose their lives at work in the UK. In addition, around 150 thousand injuries are reported each year, and an estimated 2 million people experience ill health caused or worsened by work. Have you got health and safety under control?

All employers and self employed people have to assess risks at work. Furthermore, employers with more than five employees must have a written health and safety policy. As a business owner you may feel overwhelmed by health and safety legislation. If this is the case you may benefit from some independent, expert advice from a company offering health and safety services.

Asbestos is the largest single cause of work related fatal disease and ill health in the UK. If your business premises were built between 1950 and 1985 there may be asbestos in your premises? It is often found in roofs and exterior walls. In fact, the Government recommends that any building built before 2000 ought to have a survey. Does your work involve maintenance and repair of premises? As a business owner, you are responsible by law to establish whether asbestos is present and where it is located, in accordance with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006. An asbestos survey is something that can be provided by a health and safety services company.

A fire risk assessment is an important health and safety service that your health and safety consultancy can provide. A fire risk assessment is undertaken to ensure businesses comply with the The Fire Safety Order 2006. Having a Fire Risk Assessment in place is a legal requirement for almost all businesses in the UK. From the assessment safety measures can be put in place to be sure that fire risks are decreased to prevent fires from starting.

The most common cause of injuries at work is the slip or trip. It's a particularly important subject if members of the public use your premises. The estimated cost to employers of all these injuries is over £500 million a year. A consultancy will be able to offer a Health and Safety Audit for your business. During a health and safety audit, a health and safety services company will periodically check if and how your business complies it health and safety responsibilities. In accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, your business will be fully scrutinized. The health and safety services company will then provide a detailed report with advice and guidance on actions necessary to adhere fully to guidelines.

Employing the health and safety services of a professional offers you piece of mind. The correct health and safety procedures and policies will be put into place. You will not be open to legal action. Lastly, and most importantly, you will seriously reduce the risk of serious injury or death occurring on your premises.