Health and Safety Consultants UK & Workplace Safety Solutions
First Safety Solutions provides expert Health and Safety Consultants UK services, workplace safety solutions, risk management and safety training for businesses across the UK. Our experienced consultants help organisations stay compliant, reduce workplace risks and create safer working environments.
Our Health and Safety Consultants UK & Workplace Safety Services
First Safety Solutions are expert Health and Safety Consultants UK specialising in risk management consultancy, SSIP accreditation, and workplace safety training. Based in the East Midlands, we provide reliable health and safety consultancy services to businesses across the UK, helping them stay compliant and reduce risks effectively.
First Safety Solutions helps businesses manage the SSIP accreditation process, including CHAS, SMAS and SafeContractor. We prepare your documentation and support you throughout the application process.
We provide professional health and safety training, including IOSH Managing Safely, IOSH Working Safely and other essential workplace safety courses designed to improve compliance and employee awareness.
Our health and safety consultants provide practical support across workplace safety, risk assessments, fire risk assessments, CDM advice, face fit testing, competent adviser services, PQQ assistance and policy reviews.
About First Safety Solutions – Health and Safety Consultants UK
First Safety Solutions are trusted Health and Safety Consultants UK specialising in risk management, SSIP accreditation, and workplace safety consultancy. Based in the East Midlands, our Health and Safety Consultants UK deliver professional advisory, training, and compliance services to businesses across the UK.
Our experienced Health and Safety Consultants UK manage the full SSIP accreditation process, including CHAS, SMAS, and SafeContractor. We work closely with your business to prepare accurate documentation and submissions, ensuring a smooth and successful accreditation outcome. At First Safety Solutions, our team of dedicated Health and Safety Consultants UK brings extensive industry experience across multiple sectors.
We support organisations with practical solutions for health and safety challenges, helping improve compliance, reduce risk, and maintain safe working environments. Our Health and Safety Consultants UK work with a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, construction, education, and service providers. We provide tailored health and safety solutions for businesses of all sizes, ensuring every client receives a professional and reliable service.
We are proud that our Health and Safety Consultants UK have contributed to prestigious projects such as the Tour de France, the MOBO Awards, and various international projects. From planning and implementation to completion, First Safety Solutions delivers high standards of health and safety consultancy.
Why Choose First Safety Solutions
Fixed Fee Service
Clear, fixed pricing with no hidden costs. We deliver practical health and safety consultancy services that offer real value and transparency.
Accreditation Specialists
Qualified and IOSH-registered consultants supporting CHAS, SMAS, and SafeContractor accreditations with expert guidance.
Nationwide Coverage
Supporting businesses across the UK in construction, manufacturing, education, and service sectors with reliable safety solutions.
Money Back Guarantee
If you don’t achieve SSIP accreditation after following our guidance, we offer a full refund for complete peace of mind.
Popular Health & Safety Services
Discover our most in-demand health and safety solutions, including professional training, SSIP accreditation support, and expert consultancy services. Designed to help your business stay compliant, reduce risks, and improve workplace safety. Book online easily or contact our team directly for quick guidance and support tailored to your needs.
A three-day course that provides your Management and Supervisory Teams with a good understanding of Health and Safety Legislation, Risk Assessment and Managing Health and Safety within your workplace.
This SMSTS Course provides essential health and safety training for site managers, supervisors, and construction professionals. The course covers risk assessments, hazard awareness, legal responsibilities, and effective site safety management to help improve compliance and maintain safer construction working environments.
This service is provided by our team who have attended and passed the ‘Fit2Fit’ approved scheme, as supported by the HSE. The service provided is ‘Qualitive Testing’ and is suitable for close-fitting reusable and close-fitting half masks (Personal Respiratory Protection) only.
This remote service satisfies H&S Legislation and is required for SSIP Accreditations. We deliver this advisory service as support for your Management Team and business.
Our Fire Risk Assessment service helps businesses identify fire hazards, improve workplace safety, and meet legal fire safety responsibilities. Suitable for offices, construction sites, and commercial premises, the service supports compliance, risk reduction, and safer working environments for employees and visitors.
This Risk Assessment Training course helps employees, managers, and supervisors identify workplace hazards, reduce risks, and understand legal safety responsibilities. The training supports safer working environments, improved compliance, and effective workplace risk management across different industries and sectors.
This CPCS Dumper Course provides practical training in safe dumper operation, machine controls, daily checks, and site safety procedures. Suitable for beginners and experienced operators, it helps develop essential construction skills and industry-recognised certification for improved workplace safety and competence.
This NPORS Excavator Course provides practical training in safe excavator operation, controls, daily inspections, and site safety procedures. Suitable for beginners and experienced operators, it helps improve construction skills and gain industry-recognised certification for safe and competent machine operation.
Choosing the Right SSIP Accreditation
Selecting the correct SSIP accreditation is essential for demonstrating your commitment to health and safety compliance. With multiple schemes available in the UK, businesses often find it difficult to decide which one best suits their needs. The right accreditation is usually determined by your clients or contract requirements. Below is a simple guide to some of the most widely recognised SSIP schemes to help you make the right choice.
SMAS Worksafe is a widely recognised SSIP scheme with thousands of approved contractors across the UK. It helps businesses prove their health and safety competence and meet industry standards.
CHAS is one of the leading health and safety accreditation schemes, especially within the construction sector. It demonstrates compliance with essential safety requirements and improves business credibility.
SafeContractor is trusted by local authorities and major organisations. It assesses your health and safety processes, helping you win contracts and build trust with clients.
Constructionline verifies contractor compliance with industry safety standards. It is widely used in construction and helps businesses connect with buyers and procurement teams.
Our NVQ Courses UK & Construction Qualifications
First Safety Solutions provides a wide range of NVQ Courses UK designed for construction workers, plant operators, supervisors, and construction professionals. Our vocational qualifications help learners demonstrate their workplace competence, develop their skills, and work towards recognised qualifications relevant to their chosen construction occupation.
Our NVQ Level 2 courses are designed for workers carrying out practical construction and plant-related roles. Available qualifications cover occupations such as concrete finishing, excavator operation, dumper operation, forklift operation, telehandler operation and other construction activities.
Our NVQ Level 3 courses support experienced construction professionals who want to demonstrate higher-level occupational or supervisory competence. These qualifications include options for occupational work supervisors, plant maintenance and plant installation roles.
Our NVQ Level 6 Courses qualification is designed for experienced construction professionals working in management and senior site-based roles. It provides a structured way to demonstrate competence in construction management responsibilities.
What Our Clients Say
Read what our clients say about First Safety Solutions. Our testimonials reflect trusted health and safety consultancy, training, and accreditation support. We deliver reliable, professional services that help businesses stay compliant, reduce risks, and improve workplace safety across the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Health and Safety Consultants UK, workplace safety consultancy, SSIP accreditation, SMAS, risk management, and health and safety support. Our experienced team helps UK businesses understand their responsibilities, improve workplace safety, and maintain compliance.
What do Health and Safety Consultants UK do?
Health and Safety Consultants UK provide professional advice and practical support to businesses that need help managing workplace health and safety responsibilities. At First Safety Solution, our consultants can assist with risk assessments, safety policies, workplace inspections, compliance procedures, SSIP accreditation, and training. We work with businesses across different sectors to identify potential risks and recommend suitable solutions. Our aim is to help organisations improve safety standards, reduce workplace risks, and maintain effective health and safety systems.
Why should I choose Health and Safety Consultants UK?
Choosing experienced Health and Safety Consultants UK can help your business manage workplace risks more effectively and meet relevant health and safety responsibilities. First Safety Solution provides practical, business-focused support tailored to your organisation and industry. Our consultants can help with documentation, risk management, inspections, safety procedures, accreditation support, and employee training. Working with professional consultants can also help identify areas that require improvement, strengthen workplace safety arrangements, and give business owners greater confidence in their overall health and safety management.
What is SMAS accreditation?
SMAS accreditation is an SSIP health and safety assessment scheme designed to help demonstrate that contractors have suitable health and safety arrangements in place. It can be particularly valuable when businesses need to demonstrate compliance to clients, principal contractors, or other organisations. Health and Safety Consultants UK can support businesses through the preparation and assessment process by reviewing documentation, identifying gaps, and helping improve health and safety systems. First Safety Solution provides practical assistance to businesses seeking suitable accreditation and compliance support.
What are the main benefits of SMAS accreditation?
SMAS accreditation can help demonstrate that a business has appropriate health and safety procedures and management arrangements. It may make it easier for contractors to demonstrate their competence when working with clients and principal contractors who request SSIP accreditation. Our Health and Safety Consultants UK can help businesses understand the requirements, prepare suitable documentation, and address potential gaps before assessment. A structured approach to accreditation can also support better risk management, improve workplace safety processes, and strengthen confidence in your organisation’s compliance arrangements.
Who can apply for SMAS accreditation?
SMAS accreditation may be suitable for contractors and businesses that need to demonstrate their health and safety competence as part of supply-chain or contractor requirements. The exact requirements depend on the organisation and the type of work it carries out. Health and Safety Consultants UK can help businesses understand whether SMAS is appropriate and what information may be required for assessment. First Safety Solution can also review existing health and safety documentation and provide practical guidance to help businesses prepare their application more effectively.
What does a SMAS WorkSafe Assessment include?
A SMAS WorkSafe Assessment reviews a contractor’s health and safety management arrangements to determine whether appropriate systems and procedures are in place. Depending on the assessment requirements, this can involve reviewing policies, risk assessments, method statements, training records, and other relevant documentation. Our Health and Safety Consultants UK can help businesses prepare for assessment by identifying potential gaps and recommending improvements. First Safety Solution provides practical support designed to make the preparation process clearer, more organised, and easier to manage.
What does SMAS Preferred Supplier include?
SMAS Preferred Supplier is designed to support businesses that need to demonstrate suitable health and safety standards when working within supply chains. The specific requirements can vary depending on the scheme and organisation involved. Health and Safety Consultants UK can help businesses understand the relevant requirements and prepare appropriate health and safety information. First Safety Solution provides professional guidance covering documentation, risk management, policies, and compliance arrangements, helping businesses approach the accreditation process with greater clarity and confidence.
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