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Earlier this year, the manager of the UK’s largest housing association, Clarion, was secretly recorded telling a member of her team to cut corners and fake fire safety files.
Relying on in-house, inexperienced members of staff to complete statutory procedures and ensure the necessary standards can be a risky and dangerous move, especially without any formal training or understanding of the magnitude of such a responsibility.
Compromising on safety is not just a reckless business decision but, more importantly, can put lives at risk.
Here at Acorn Safety Services, we are leading experts in health and safety, with fully audited procedures and traceability for your peace of mind. Trust is key and we take great pride in the work we do to keep people safe.
You can rely on us
Acorn Safety Services is a truly impartial health and safety consultancy, which means you can be sure that all the advice and guidance we give you will be completely independent, fully compliant and will be the right solution for you and your team.
We have over 60 years of experience in the industry, which means there’s nothing we don’t know about health and safety. You can rely on us to know what you need and how to do it so you can focus your attention on your business.
Our team are certified by the leading industry bodies including smas worksafe, SafeContractor, The Institute of Fire Safety Managers, Chas, CSCS and Constructionline.
Your experience with us is guaranteed to be hassle free and in your best interests.
Rogue traders
Unfortunately, you will find rogue traders and malpractice in every industry, but with health and safety, the consequences of cutting corners or bad decision making can be the difference between life and death.
The Clarion case study is a shocking example of this. Fire kills, and people have the right to feel safe in their own homes.
Not following protocol or procedure can create huge safety risks. It can also trigger damaging fines for your business. We would urge all business owners to err on the side of caution and enlist expert help in order to future proof your company and protect your workforce – and your reputation.
Why choose Acorn?
Our passion for health and safety shines strongly in the work that we do. Our customers are at the very heart of our business, and our highly skilled specialists provide a first-class service that is unparallelled.
Our talented team is based in the East Midlands – the perfect location for great accessibility across the UK and we offer a full range of health and safety services to ensure that your business is always fully compliant with the latest regulations.
We have three areas of focus, Fire Safety, Legionella and Health and Safety, which means our triple-pronged approach covers everything you might need to keep your team safe.
We understand that every business is different, so our quotes are bespoke to your needs, ensuring that we meet your individual requirements and circumstances.
For all your health and safety needs visit https://acornhealthandsafety.co.uk/ today or contact us at info@acornhealthandsafety.co.uk or on 01604 930380.
