Health and safety

At skills and knowledge Groundworks Ltd, health and safety is at the core of everything we do. As a professional groundworks contractor, we are fully committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety for our employees, clients, and the public across all our projects.

Our Commitment

We operate in full compliance with all relevant UK health and safety legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and CDM Regulations. Our proactive approach ensures that risks are identified, assessed, and controlled before any work begins.

Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS)

We work in accordance with our clients’ Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and fully comply with all site-specific requirements. Our team carefully reviews and signs onto the provided RAMS prior to commencing work, ensuring that:

• All identified hazards and control measures are clearly understood
• Safe systems of work are followed at all times
• Site rules and client procedures are strictly adhered to
• Any additional risks specific to our scope are communicated and managed

This ensures full alignment with the principal contractor’s safety processes and promotes a consistent, safe working environment across site.

Health & Safety Policies

We maintain robust and regularly reviewed health and safety policies that cover:

• Site safety procedures
• Use of plant and machinery
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements
• Manual handling and lifting operations
• Excavation safety and ground stability
• Environmental protection and waste management

Our policies are designed to ensure consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement across all operations.

Training & Competence

We ensure that all employees and subcontractors are:

• Fully trained and competent for their roles
• Hold relevant certifications (e.g. CPCS, NPORS,CSCS)
• Regularly updated through ongoing training and development

Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

Health and safety performance is continuously monitored through:

• site inspections and audits
• Incident reporting and investigation
• Feedback from operatives and clients

We use this information to improve our systems and maintain a culture of safety excellence.

We believe that through careful planning, clear communication, and strong leadership, every project can be completed safely and successfully.