Do I need a risk assessment for my business?

Yes. All employers must carry out risk assessments to identify hazards and protect employees and visitors.

Do you offer retained competent person services?

Yes. WKB Safety provides retained competent person services for businesses needing ongoing health and safety support.

Do you work with small businesses?

Absolutely. We support businesses of all sizes, including small and micro businesses.

How often should a risk assessment be reviewed?

Risk assessments should be reviewed annually or whenever significant changes occur in the workplace.

Do small businesses need risk assessments?

Yes. All employers, regardless of size, must carry out risk assessments to protect employees and visitors.

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Policy and Management Systems

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Health & Safety Consultant for Manufacturing, Engineering & SME Businesses

WKB Safety provides practical health and safety consultancy across Dorset and the South West. We help manufacturing, engineering and SME businesses reduce risk, improve compliance and develop effective safety management systems.

I provide straightforward, proportionate health and safety services designed to help businesses stay compliant, confident and safe. All services are delivered with clear communication, practical guidance and a focus on real‑world results.

Risk Assessments

Practical risk assessments for manufacturing facilities, engineering workshops, trades and SME businesses.

Comprehensive, plain-English assessments tailored to your workplace and level of risk.

Includes:

General risk assessments
Task-specific assessments
COSHH assessments
DSEAR assessments
Manual handling and workplace assessments

Outcome: Clear actions that reduce risk and meet legal requirements.

Health and Safety Audits and Gap Analysis

A full review of your current health and safety arrangements to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas for improvement.

Includes:

Site inspection
Documentation review
Compliance check
Action plan with priorities

Outcome: A clear picture of where you stand and what needs to be done.

Policies and Management Systems

Practical, ISO-aligned policies and systems that people actually use.

Includes:

Health and Safety Policy
Environmental Policy
Safe systems of work
ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 support
Procedures and documentation

Outcome: A structured, compliant system that supports safe operations.

Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis

Independent investigation to understand what happened, why it happened and how to prevent it happening again.

Includes:

On-site investigation
Interviews and evidence review
Root cause analysis
Corrective action plan

Outcome: Clear, practical steps to prevent recurrence.

Training and Coaching

Hands-on, practical training tailored to your business and workforce.

Includes:

Manager and supervisor training
Safety culture and behaviour training
Risk assessment training
Induction and awareness sessions

Outcome: Confident, competent people who understand their responsibilities.

Environmental and Energy Support

Support for businesses working towards environmental compliance and improved energy performance.

Includes:

ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 guidance
Environmental risk assessments
Waste and resource management
Energy efficiency planning

Outcome: Reduced environmental impact and improved operational efficiency.

Contractor and Site Safety Support

Flexible support for businesses managing contractors or running high-risk operations.

Includes:

Site safety checks
Permit-to-work support
Toolbox talks
On-site supervision

Outcome: Safer, more controlled site operations.

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