Case Study: Strengthening Health and Safety Processes for a Biomedical Research Organisation

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Case Study: Strengthening Health and Safety Processes for a Biomedical Research Organisation

Posted on 27 August 2025

​Background

A prestigious UK biomedical research organisation required expert health and safety support to improve contractor management and standardise incident investigation procedures.

Operating in a high-risk research environment, the organisation needed robust systems to enhance safety and compliance.

The Challenge

The client required an experienced consultant to enhance health and safety by improving contractor control, updating processes for lab equipment maintenance via the Permit to Work system, and standardising incident investigations with consistent documentation and procedures to support safer practices and organisational learning.

The Solution

We placed a seasoned health and safety professional who:

  1. Reviewed and enhanced contractor management processes

  2. Standardised incident investigation procedures

  3. Created clear guidelines and tools to ensure consistent implementation

The Results

Enhanced Contractor Management: The candidate improved contractor processes, integrating them into existing systems.

Standardised Incident Investigations: Clear guidelines and tools for investigations were developed, ensuring consistent procedures were applied across all teams.

Strengthened Safety Culture: Risks were reduced and compliance improved across the organisation, creating a proactive safety culture.

Why us?

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.

To discuss how we can support your health and safety requirements, contact Tom Hewat – Senior Consultant.

tom.hewat@irwinandcolton.com

01923 432637

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