Case Study: Risk Assessment Support for New Facility

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Case Study: Risk Assessment Support for New Facility

Posted on 08 August 2025

Client Overview

Irwin and Colton partnered with a leading automotive company to support their manufacturing and R&D operations at a new factory facility.

The period of increased demand, due to the new factory launch, required two experienced Health and Safety professionals to develop and document risk assessments for the general operations and equipment use, ensuring the safety of their processes.

Challenge

The client required two contractors with the following expertise:

  1. Professionals experienced in manufacturing and heavy industries, skilled in developing risk and PUWER assessments for general operations.

  2. Individuals with a strong background in heavy engineering, R&D, and machinery, able to support complex testing operations.

Solution and Results

We placed two Chartered Health & Safety professionals, each with significant experience in high-risk sectors, to address the client’s needs.

Key achievements included:

  1. Quickly developing multiple risk and PUWER assessments across the site.

  2. Completing a gap analysis and implementing additional critical health and safety initiatives.

Why Irwin and Colton?

Our expertise in interim and contract recruitment ensures clients quickly find top-tier health and safety professionals to address urgent needs confidently.

Contact us

To discuss how we can support your health and safety requirements, please contact Tom Hewat. Tom specialises in placing interim and contract professionals into organisations across the UK.

Email: tom.hewat@irwinandcolton.com
Phone: 01923 432637

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