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Why Do You Need a Workplace Health & Safety Consultant?

Why Do You Need a Workplace Health & Safety Consultant?

A workplace health and safety consultant is an external expert specialising in assessing, developing, and implementing effective health and safety strategies. Hiring a health and safety consultant offers numerous benefits to businesses. They bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table and can plug gaps in internal teams or extend their capabilities. This article explores the benefits of using a workplace health and safety consultant: Expertise Health and safety consultants have extensive knowledge of industry regulations, best practices,…
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What is a NEBOSH Course?

What is a NEBOSH Course?

NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) is a UK-based organisation that provides globally recognised qualifications in health, safety, and environmental management. While there are many health and safety courses, NEBOSH has evolved into one of the most popular and widely recognised. It provides a solid foundation for a career in the industry and enables businesses to build and maintain an exceptional standard of health and safety. Here’s what you need to know about NEBOSH courses. Types of…
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How to become a health and safety consultant

How to become a health and safety consultant

Health and safety consultants play a crucial role in ensuring well-being in the workplace. They’re pivotal in ensuring businesses maintain compliance with health and safety regulations while minimising risks and improving overall workplace safety. There are a few different routes to becoming a health and safety consultant. If you’re considering a career as a health and safety consultant, here are the pathways you can take. Obtain relevant health and safety qualifications Qualifications in health and safety are essential for aspiring…
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Can NEBOSH courses be done online?

Can NEBOSH courses be done online?

NEBOSH courses can be done online and in-person, but there are significant advantages to completing the course in the classroom. The demand for NEBOSH courses is rising, with professionals from various industries seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge in health and safety. Many people are now inquiring if they can take a NEBOSH course online. Although some providers offer online courses, in-person learning is the most effective way to gain a NEBOSH qualification. In-person learning for NEBOSH courses offers…
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HCS Safety’s Annual Safety Forum 2023

Earlier this month, we held our Annual Safety Forum at the Ageas Bowl’s Hilton hotel. The event was attended by around 200 of our members and included award presentations and guest speakers.  The night was a big success, and as always, it was great to see so many of our member clients all together. Here’s everything you need to know about the event.  What is the Annual Safety Forum?  Every year, we hold our Annual Safety Forum event for our…
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What do health and safety consultants do?

What do health and safety consultants do?

Health and safety consultants advise businesses on managing safety in the workplace. This covers everything from workplace audits and assessments to accident investigations and CDM support. Workplace safety is a fundamental requirement that requires rigorous and ongoing attention. While keeping up with health and safety laws and regulations can be relatively simple for small, low-risk businesses, the list of regulations and responsibilities starts racking up as businesses grow. Compliance for large and high-risk businesses is nothing short of exhaustive. If…
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