Architect (Sole Practitioner)

Setting up your own architectural business for the first time can be an exciting, if daunting challenge. There will inevitably be different issues for you to face than those if you were an employee at someone else’s practice.

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For over 20 years of working within the construction industry we’ve seen your problems of never having enough time for your designs never mind the management of CDM and Health & Safety risks within the design process or having someone to turn to for advice on the latest Construction Health & Safety knowledge.

The CDM Regulations has changed markedly over the years with HSE placing a bigger focus on ‘designers and designer duties’.

A designer must be able to demonstrate they have the health and safety skills, knowledge and experience (SKE), and the capability, to carry out the work they are being appointed for.

We have worked with lots of architects over the years by offering bespoke services and solutions to their problems.

Are you tired of completing design risk assessments, tired of worrying about a HSE visit to site and them conducting a ‘track-back’ investigation leading to a potential failure of your Designer duties under CDM?

Salus have an easy 3 step process that guarantees compliance to the CDM Regulations as part of our services.

You can be safe and compliant using Salus as your CDM Advisers or Principal Designers.

Architect (Practice)

As an architect and ‘designer’ under the CDM Regulations, you have the duty to identify and manage CDM and Health & Safety risks within the design process.

For over 20 years of working within the construction industry we’ve seen your problems of never having enough time for your designs never mind the management of CDM and Health & Safety risks within the design process or having someone to turn to for advice on the latest Construction Health & Safety knowledge.

You can concentrate on designing innovative buildings and not worry or think about construction Health & Safety issues by using our automated process that identifies and manages Hazards and Risks in design.

The CDM Regulations has changed markedly over the years with HSE placing a bigger focus on ‘designers and designer duties’.

A designer must be able to demonstrate they have the health and safety skills, knowledge and experience (SKE), and where they are an organisation, the organisational capability, to carry out the work they are being appointed for.

We have worked with lots of architects over the years by offering bespoke services and solutions to their problems.

Are you tired of completing design risk assessments, tired of worrying about a HSE visit to site and them conducting a ‘track-back’ investigation leading to a potential failure of your Designer duties under CDM?

Salus have an easy 3 step process that guarantees compliance to the CDM Regulations as part of our services.

Be content in the knowledge that you are supported by an accredited and competent construction Health & Safety professional company which takes the Complexity out of CDM Compliance.

You can be safe and compliant using Salus as your CDM Advisers or Principal Designers.

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I’m worried about health and safety, but don’t know where to start?

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I’m Looking to Keep my Business Health and Safety Compliant, What Does it Involve?

Getting matched with a highly qualified Health and Safety Consultant and keeping your H&S procedures up to date. Read more

How much does it cost for a Health & Safety Consultant?

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Why Should we Choose Salus Services as our Health & Safety Consultant?

Well, we have a reputation for being a practical Health & Safety Consultancy who help construction contractors and companies be Health & Safety compliant. Read more

 

What Could Happen if I just do My Own Health & Safety?

Health and safety laws are there to protect you, your employees and the public from workplace dangers. Breaches of these laws can have serious consequences if your policies and procedures are out of date, that’s if you have any! Read more

What are the Benefits of Hiring a Health and Safety Consultant?

By choosing the right health and safety consultant, they can take your worries away and should save your business money. Read more

Who Needs a Health and Safety Consultant?

Every business who wants to provide a safe work environment for all of its employees and every business owner who wants to protect them and their company. Read more

Why Should I Hire a Health and Safety Consultant?

As a professional consultant, they’re fully dedicated to their role and will not get bogged down by your company’s internal affairs, nor are they influenced by your past safety record. Read more

How can I be legal and be able to Protect myself, my company and my employees?

By following an easy 3 stage step by step process, which starts by completing our 15 Step Health & Safety Checklist to see how you’re doing. Read more

So, Who Hires a Health & Safety Consultant?

Every business who wants to provide a safe work environment for all of its employees. Read more

What Does a Health and Safety Consultant Do?

A health and safety consultant is hired as a third-party professional with specialist knowledge and expertise in the field of health and safety. Read more

What Should I Look for When Hiring a Health and Safety Consultant?

It’s essential when hiring a health and safety consultant that you check to see if they hold the properly recognised qualifications and can meet your specific business needs. Read more

What is a ‘competent person’ in relation to Health & Safety?

To be considered ‘competent’, an individual must have sufficient training, experience and knowledge of health and safety in order to assist you properly. Read more

Do You Know What Health & Safety is Required in my Sector?

No two companies are the same, and this is recognised by Salus. A broad-brush approach to health and safety will not only fail to address the specific hazards you face, but won’t be geared towards your particular needs, leaving you feeling short-changed. Read more