The Role of an External Health & Safety Advisor: Do You Need One?

Ensuring health and safety compliance in construction is a complex task, requiring a thorough understanding of CDM regulations, risk assessments, and legal obligations. Many contractors and developers choose to work with an external health & safety advisor to ensure their sites are fully compliant and safe.

In this blog, we’ll explore the role of an external health & safety advisor, the key benefits of hiring one, and how Majestic Site Management Ltd can help.

1. What is an External Health & Safety Advisor?

Definition:

An external health & safety advisor is an independent professional or consultancy that assists construction firms in maintaining legal compliance and site safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct site safety audits and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with CDM 2015 regulations and HSE standards.
• Provide health & safety training for workers and management.
• Assist with CHAS accreditation and prequalification processes.

2. Why Do You Need an External Health & Safety Advisor?

1. Ensure Compliance with UK Regulations

• External advisors stay up to date with the latest health & safety laws.
• They help ensure compliance with CDM 2015, HSE guidelines, and CHAS accreditation.

2. Reduce Workplace Accidents & Liabilities

• Proactive risk assessments prevent common hazards such as falls, electrical risks, and manual handling injuries.
• Fewer workplace incidents mean lower insurance premiums and reduced legal risks.

3. Save Time & Improve Efficiency

• Site managers can focus on delivering the project while advisors handle safety compliance.
• Avoid delays caused by non-compliance fines or stop-work orders.

4. Improve Workforce Training & Awareness

• External advisors provide tailored health & safety training programs.
• Ensuring workers are properly trained reduces accidents and productivity losses.

3. How an External Health & Safety Advisor Supports Your Project

Site Audits & Inspections

• Regular on-site safety audits to identify and resolve hazards.
• Compliance checks for equipment, PPE, and working conditions.
• CDM Compliance & Risk Assessments

Assistance with Construction Phase Plans (CPPs).

• Support in conducting risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
• Accident Investigations & Reporting
• External advisors help investigate workplace incidents.
• Ensure proper documentation for HSE compliance and insurance claims.

4. How Majestic Site Management Can Help

Hiring an external health & safety advisor is a smart investment for contractors, developers, and construction firms. By ensuring regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and safety training, an advisor helps projects run efficiently, safely, and legally. At Majestic Site Management Ltd, we offer expert health & safety advisory services, including:

• Comprehensive site safety audits & compliance assessments.
• CHAS accreditation support & legal compliance guidance.
• Tailored health & safety training for contractors & site teams.

Partner with Majestic Site Management Ltd for expert health & safety solutions that keep your site compliant and your workforce safe.

Contact us today at [email protected] or 01484 426302.