Background
A rapidly growing UK food manufacturer was expanding its operations, increasing both workforce size and production output. Health and safety had previously been managed part-time, but growth brought heightened risks, stricter regulatory obligations, and the need for a dedicated HSE strategy.
The business needed an experienced Health & Safety Consultant to design and embed robust systems, launch a behavioural safety programme, and instil a proactive safety culture.
The Challenge
The client faced key challenges, including the lack of formal health and safety systems, policies, and procedures.
With operations scaling rapidly, there was an urgent need to implement best practices to protect staff. They also required a structured behavioural safety programme and alignment with ISO 45001 to ensure compliance and build a strong safety culture.
The Solution
We delivered an expert freelance consultant who:
Developed and implemented formal health and safety systems, policies, and procedures
Designed and launched a structured behavioural safety programme
Aligned health and safety processes with ISO 45001 standards to ensure regulatory compliance
The Results
Structured Safety Framework: A consistent and formalised health and safety system was established across the organisation.
Improved Safety Engagement: The behavioural safety programme boosted employee awareness and participation, creating a proactive safety culture.
Enhanced Compliance and Risk Management: Alignment with ISO 45001 strengthened regulatory compliance, improved audit readiness, and reduced operational risk.
Why Irwin and Colton?
This case study highlights our ability to rapidly deploy high-calibre interim HSEQ professionals who deliver immediate value. We help organisations tackle urgent challenges with the confidence of expert support.
Contact us to discuss how we can support your health and safety requirements. Contact Tom Hewat – Senior Consultant.
tom.hewat@irwinandcolton.com
01923 432637