Emprise Services plc, the independent support services provider, has achieved an accreditation from SAFEcontractor for its health and safety standards. The award applies across its workforce, from those on the ground to company directors. The accreditation was granted following an independent review of a range of potential health and safety problem areas, including training and inductions, the use of chemicals, standards of equipment and appropriate action plans.
The review covered all aspects of Emprise’s cleaning and security services as well as subcontractors. Once a business is successfully accredited, it is registered on a database where potential clients can access their details and be assured of a high standard of service. The assessment is well-regarded in the support services sector and ensures that all health and safety regulations are upheld.
"Accreditation from SAFEcontractor is testament to our commitment to safe working practices throughout every level of the company," said Mark Gillman, group health and safety manager at Emprise. "It acts as a benchmark to our clients, reassuring them that Emprise is committed to running a safe and secure company. SAFEcontractor complements our other industry certifications, such as the OHSAS 18001:2007, which we received for our outstanding efforts in occupational health and safety."
Darran Hughes, operations director for SAFEcontractor at National Britannia, said: "Emprise’s high standards have set an example which hopefully will be followed by other companies within the sector. Major organisations cannot run the risk of employing contractors who are not able to prove that they have sound health and safety policies."
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