What is it?
Our bespoke health and safety consultancy services are here to provide the expert support you need to build and continuously improve your safety management system. We work with you to create a system that fits your organisation’s unique needs, culture, and goals.
As independent health and safety consultants, we are your trusted partner in helping you embed a world-class safety culture. Whether you're after general health and safety advice or specialised solutions, we tailor our services to suit your business and its specific challenges.
Who is it for?
- Perfect for businesses of all sizes and across all sectors.
- Ideal for organisations seeking support with their OHSMS or addressing specific health, safety, or workplace wellbeing challenges.
- Designed to help you improve your health, safety, wellbeing, and environmental management performance.
- Tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of your business.
Why the services are right for your organisation:
- Improved workplace standards across the business
- Enhanced efficiencies that optimise performance.
- Clear demonstration to stakeholders and regulatory bodies of your commitment to health and safety.
- Assurance of meeting legislative requirements.
- A structured route toward continual improvement in safety management.
Why you should choose British Safety Council
Our audit and consultancy services are globally recognised for ensuring your health, safety, and environmental management systems meet business needs, drive continuous improvement, and are effectively implemented.
We maintain the highest standards by:
- Regularly reviewing our services to meet customer needs and industry best practices.
- Delivering consistently high-quality service through rigorous quality assurance, auditor training, and performance monitoring.
- Involving our experts in strategic committees for occupational health, safety, and environmental standards.
- Offering a five-star audit process with international recognition.
- Earning industry accolades, including the Sword and Globe of Honour.
Consultancy Services
Assessment towards HSG 65 (UK) or local legal framework (International)
With extensive experience in both the UK and international markets, we are well-equipped to assess compliance with local legal requirements, including HSG 65. Our experienced consultants are able to provide expert guidance, helping clients navigate complex compliance landscapes and offering tailored recommendations to effectively address any identified gaps.
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Independent Contractor Performance Review
In-house resources stretched? Why not look for competent help? We offer experienced auditors to conduct independent, regular reviews of contractors' health and safety performance on large infrastructure projects. This service ensures that your project maintains the highest safety standards throughout its lifecycle.
ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 Preparation and Gap Assessment
We are an unaccredited ISO certifying organisation for ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, however for those organisations that require certification through an accredited body we are able to support in the preparation stages for certification from a UKAS accredited certifier.
Integration of ISO 45003 into ISO 45001 Frameworks
The International Standards Organisation (ISO) document ISO 45003 (Guidance for managing psychosocial risk within an occupational health and safety management system) was published in 2021. It seeks to support organisations in identifying assessing and managing psychosocial risks and is aligned with the ISO Health and Safety standard ISO 45001. Our expert team offers specialised training and support to integrate these psychosocial risk management practices into your existing ISO 45001 framework, ensuring a comprehensive approach to workplace health and safety.
Support the development of an organisation safety management system
Making sure no-one is injured or made ill through their work, has our commitment for over 60 years. Many of our clients have been micro-businesses that have grown and established themselves but require the support of an expert in developing a safety management system that fits their needs. Our consultants are able to become the critical friend and offer support in creating a safety management system that best fits your organisation, it’s needs and culture.
Evaluation of Workforce competence (including Training)
Assessing and addressing the health and safety training needs of your workforce can be a complex task. As a trusted partner, we support organisations in identifying the necessary competencies and, where required, provides appropriate training solutions to ensure your team is well-equipped to maintain safety standards.
Evaluation of Specific Safety Systems
e.g. lone working, DSEAR, Stress Management, Accident & incident Investigations. Independent, balanced reviews of health and safety management systems are sometimes necessary to ensure ongoing effectiveness. We leverage our extensive experience to provide impartial assessments of specific systems, including lone working protocols, DSEAR compliance, stress management, and accident investigations. Our detailed reports offer clear insights and actionable steps to address any shortcomings.
CDM Support
Compliance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) is critical for successful project execution. The British Safety Council provides comprehensive support to duty holders, including assistance with Design Risk Registers, Pre-construction Information, Construction Phase Plans, contractor vetting, and on-site meeting facilitation.
Support in the recruitment of Competent person
The recruitment and hiring of a competent health and safety professional can be a challenging process. We offer technical expertise to enhance your recruitment efforts.
"The service and advice was constructive and helpful and has helped us to raise and improve our standards year after year. I have found British Safety Council auditors to be friendly and very easy to work with."