Site Specific Safety Plans

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Don't let health and safety be a headache – turn it into a competitive advantage! Our bespoke Site Specific Safety Plans (SSSPs) for UK SMEs not only ensure you meet your legal obligations but also streamline operations, protect your reputation, and significantly reduce costly risks. Ready to build a safer, more profitable future? Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation!

What are Site Specific Safety Plans (SSSPs)?

A Site Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) is a detailed document tailored to the unique hazards and risks present at a particular work site or project. Unlike generic safety policies, an SSSP outlines the specific control measures, procedures, and responsibilities needed to manage safety for that individual site. This is crucial for higher-risk activities, temporary projects, or specific areas within your premises where unique hazards exist.

The Legal Imperative: Staying Compliant in the UK

As a UK SME, you have clear legal duties under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999. These laws require you to:

• Assess risks: Conduct thorough risk assessments for all work activities. For businesses with five or more employees, these must be written.
• Implement control measures: Put effective measures in place to eliminate or reduce identified risks.
• Appoint a competent person: Ensure you have a qualified individual advising on health and safety – a role we can expertly fulfil for your business.
• Provide information and training: Equip your employees with the knowledge and training to work safely.

While not always explicitly called "SSSPs," the need for detailed risk assessments and safe systems of work for specific sites directly necessitates such plans. Failing to meet these obligations carries severe consequences, including:

• Hefty fines and legal prosecution: The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) can impose significant penalties, with the risk of imprisonment for serious breaches.
• Costly civil claims: Injured parties can pursue expensive compensation claims against your business.