Jim Slater
Construction Design & Risk Management
Welsby Slater
Welsby Slater is an author & publisher of documents for the construction, fit-out and refurbishment sectors. Keeping safe on construction sites and in the workplace is a legal requirement, and having the correct documentation is a key part of the compliance process. Jim Slater & Mark Welsby first worked together almost thirty years ago; and their combined industry experience brings a genuine depth of knowledge to Welsby Slater which underpins the extensive library of documentation.
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Health & safety competent person
As an employer, you must appoint a competent person or organisation to help meet health & safety legal duties. A competent person in the context of health & safety in construction is someone who has the knowledge, training, experience and skills to identify and manage the risks associated with construction work. A competent person should be capable of making informed decisions to protect the health & safety of workers and others on construction sites.
They should understand the relevant laws and regulations, as well as industry best practices, and can apply this knowledge effectively to ensure a safe working environment. Essentially, a competent person is someone who can keep everyone on the construction site safe from potential hazards.
Appointing an external advisor can provide many benefits for a business including:
Unbiased perspective & objective assessment of safety practices
Identify areas for improvement without in-house bias
Compliance with regulations
Ensure compliance with regulations which can reduce the risk of fines & legal issues
Improved workplace & site safety
Identify potential hazards & propose effective solutions to enhance workplace safety
Lower insurance costs & 100% tax-deductible as a business expense
Safety training and keeping up to date on health & safety regulations