What Is a Competent Person in Health & Safety?
Every employer in the UK has a legal duty to appoint one or more competent persons to assist with health and safety management. A competent person is someone with the necessary skills, knowledge, training and experience to help a business comply with health and safety legislation and manage workplace risks effectively.
For many small and medium-sized businesses, employing a full-time health and safety professional is not practical or cost-effective. This is why many organisations choose to appoint an external competent person service.
A competent person can assist with risk assessments, RAMS reviews, accident investigations, policy development, workplace inspections, contractor management and general health and safety advice. Having access to competent advice helps businesses remain compliant and demonstrates a proactive approach to workplace safety.
The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 require employers to have access to competent health and safety assistance. Failure to do so can leave businesses exposed to enforcement action, accidents and unnecessary risks.
At Hazard Free Safety, we provide a Competent Person Service across Kent from just £99 per month. Our service gives businesses access to professional health and safety advice, support with risk assessments and RAMS, compliance guidance and ongoing assistance when needed.
Whether you operate in construction, offices, retail, education, facilities management or another industry, our competent person service can help ensure your business remains compliant and protected.
If you would like to discuss your health and safety requirements, contact Hazard Free Safety today for a free consultation.
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