We are committed to achieving zero harm to our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. This philosophy drives continuous improvement in our safety performance and shapes every decision we make.
Health & Safety: Our Unwavering Commitment to Protecting People and Planet
At Horizon Environmental, health and safety isn't just a requirement – it's the foundation of everything we do. Our comprehensive safety culture protects our workforce, clients, and communities whilst ensuring exceptional project outcomes through meticulous risk management and continuous improvement.
The environmental services sector presents unique challenges that demand the highest safety standards. From asbestos removal to contaminated land remediation, our work directly impacts public health and environmental protection. That's why we've built a safety-first culture that goes beyond compliance, embedding rigorous health and safety practices into every aspect of our operations.
Our Health & Safety Principles
Risk-Based Approach
Every project begins with comprehensive risk assessment, identifying potential hazards and implementing appropriate control measures to eliminate or minimise risks before work commences.
Continuous Training Investment
We invest extensively in our workforce, providing comprehensive training programmes that equip employees with the knowledge, skills, and awareness to work safely in challenging environmental conditions.
Regulatory Excellence
We exceed statutory health and safety requirements, maintaining exemplary compliance records whilst anticipating and preparing for evolving legislation and industry standards.
Our Comprehensive Health & Safety Approach
Risk Assessment
Identifying and Mitigating Potential Hazards
Our systematic risk assessment process forms the cornerstone of safe project delivery:
- Site-specific hazard identification covering environmental, chemical, biological, and physical risks
- Dynamic risk assessment adapting to changing site conditions and project phases
- Hierarchy of control implementation eliminating risks at source wherever possible
- Safe systems of work development with detailed method statements and emergency procedures
Regular review and updates ensuring risk controls remain effective throughout project duration
Training and Development
Equipping Employees with Knowledge and Skills for Safe Operations
We maintain the highest standards through comprehensive training programmes:
- Mandatory induction training covering company safety policies, emergency procedures, and site-specific hazards
- Specialist technical training including asbestos awareness, contaminated land safety, and equipment operation
- Regular refresher courses ensuring knowledge remains current with evolving best practices
- Competency assessment programmes validating skills and authorising personnel for specific work activities
Leadership development fostering safety culture throughout our management structure
Safety Protocols
Implementing Strict Procedures for Safe Operations
Our detailed safety protocols govern every aspect of project delivery:
- Personal protective equipment standards with comprehensive PPE selection, maintenance, and replacement programmes
- Safe working procedures for high-risk activities including confined space entry and work at height
- Environmental monitoring protocols ensuring exposure limits are maintained and environmental protection achieved
- Emergency response procedures with trained first aiders, evacuation plans, and incident management protocols
- Permit to work systems controlling access to high-risk areas and activities through formal authorisation
Monitoring and Improvement
Continuously Evaluating and Enhancing Safety Measures
We maintain exceptional safety performance through systematic monitoring and improvement:
- Real-time safety monitoring using advanced detection systems and regular workplace inspections
- Incident investigation and analysis identifying root causes and implementing preventive measures
- Safety performance indicators tracking leading and lagging metrics to drive continuous improvement
- Regular safety audits by internal and external assessors ensuring standards are maintained
- Lessons learned integration sharing knowledge across projects to prevent recurrence of incidents
Health & Safety Accreditations and Standards
Our safety credentials demonstrate our commitment to excellence:
- CHAS (Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme) accreditation
- SafeContractor approved status with regular performance monitoring
- ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management certification
- HSE licensing for specialist environmental activities
- Industry association membership ensuring knowledge of evolving best practices
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