Health & Safety Competent Person Services
Why Do I Need a Competent Health & Safety Person?
Under Regulation 7 of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, every employer is required to appoint one or more competent persons to assist with health and safety management.
We have the skills, knowledge and experience to be able to recognise hazards in your business and help you put sensible controls in place to protect workers and others from harm.
Reliable Competent Person Service
Every business with 5 or more employees is required to have a person who manages health and safety, also known as a designated competent person. We can help you with that! Or if you already have a competent person but aren’t confident that they are an expert across all areas of health and safety, we can fill those knowledge gaps for you, saving you time and money in the long run.
- Ensure that you're comlying with safety legislation
- Reduce safety risk
- Expert support
- Win more tenders by having HSMS in place
- Save on training and development
What is a Competent Health & Safety Person
A competent health and safety person is someone who has the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to manage health and safety in the workplace. This individual is responsible for ensuring that the company is compliant with UK health and safety regulations and that employees are protected from hazards and risks. They work closely with other departments and stakeholders to develop and implement effective health and safety policies and procedures.
Why Do I Need a Competent Health & Safety Person?
Compliance with UK Health and Safety Regulations
One of the primary reasons why a competent health and safety person is essential is to ensure that the company is compliant with UK health and safety regulations. This individual will have a thorough understanding of the laws and regulations, such as the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, and will be able to ensure that the company is following all of the relevant laws and guidelines.
Protection of Employees
Another important reason why a competent health and safety person is necessary is to protect employees from hazards and risks while they are at work. This individual will be responsible for identifying potential hazards and implementing measures to reduce the risks associated with these hazards. They will also ensure that employees are trained on how to work safely and that they are aware of the potential risks in their work environment.
Improved Workplace Culture
Having a competent health and safety person on staff can also help to improve the workplace culture. When employees know that their health and safety is a priority, they are more likely to feel valued and motivated. This can lead
What Can We Do For You?
Health & Safety Policy Review
We can help maintain your health and safety policy.
Risk Assessments
We can help in producing rish assessments.
HSMS
We can produce your own Health and Safety Management System.
Support
We can provide 24/7 support.
Audits
We can provide audits and help write audits.
Discounted Training
We can provide discounted training and produce bespoke training courses.
Bronze
Basic Package-
Competent Person Certificate
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Initial Discussion with a Consultant
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A Review of Existing Health and Safety Policy
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Telephone or Email Advice
Silver
Good Value-
All the Bronze Features
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Creation of Health and Safety Management System (HSMS)
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Two Included Consultancy Days Per Year
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10% Discount on Standard Day Rates
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50% Discount on the Office Fire Risk Assessment
Gold
Best Service and Value-
All the Silver Features
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Higher Discounts on Day Rates
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Access to Auditing Portal
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Two Included Awareness Courses for Up To Six Persons
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Monthly Contact with Safety Professional
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50% Discount on the Office Fire Risk Assessment
Health & Safety Competent Person Services FAQ
In a nutshell, the answer is yes. Regulation 7 of the Management of Health and Safety Work Regulations Act 1999 specifies that each organization must have access to at least one competent person. Irrespective of your business' size or sector, a competent person is a necessity.
Anyone who is capable of undertaking a risk assessment, spotting hazards, and identifying improvements can be considered competent. When considering a competent person, ask yourself the following questions:
- Have they got the relevant experience?
- Do they have prior knowledge of the company?
- Have they got a relevant Health and Safety qualification?'
Competent refers to having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to accomplish something successfully. As a result, a competent individual needs relevant knowledge and skills, the capability to apply them and the training to maintain them.
Of course. You can outsource it to health and safety consultants if you determine after an assessment that no one in your organization can assume the responsibility. In the case of a niche company or an industry that carries a high degree of risk, this might be an excellent idea. A greater degree of competence is required the higher the risk. Taking a risk-reduced approach is always the best course of action.
If you fail to appoint a competent person, either in-house or through an external health and safety consultant, you can face serious penalties. In the case of a serious offence, you could face a fine or even prison time if you breach the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999.
