Safety Advisory Service for Construction Companies
MECsafe’s Safety Advisory Service provides construction businesses with ongoing, competent health and safety advice to meet legal compliance requirements under UK legislation, including the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015). Our annual advisory service gives contractors access to professional safety guidance, documentation support and accreditation assistance to protect both workforce and business.
This outsourced health and safety advisory solution ensures your company meets regulatory duties while strengthening pre-qualification performance, contractor approval success rates and operational safety standards.
What Is a Safety Advisory Service?
A Safety Advisory Service provides companies with access to a competent health and safety advisor, as required under UK health and safety law. For construction businesses, this includes compliance with CDM 2015, the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and associated regulations.
By appointing MECsafe as your Safety Advisor, your business can demonstrate compliance, improve safety management systems and access professional guidance on risk assessment, method statements and contractor accreditation processes.
What Is Included in MECsafe’s Safety Advisory Service?
Competent Health & Safety Advisor Appointment
MECsafe acts as your named competent Health & Safety Advisor. This supports legal compliance requirements and provides reassurance to clients, principal contractors and accreditation bodies.
Health and Safety Policy Development
We provide a tailored company health and safety policy aligned with current legislation and construction industry standards. Policies are reviewed annually to ensure continued compliance.
Systems Audit and Compliance Review
Our advisory service includes auditing of your safety management systems to identify gaps, strengthen documentation and align procedures with industry best practice.
Pre-Qualification and Accreditation Support
MECsafe can be named as your competent safety advisor for contractor accreditation schemes including CHAS, Constructionline, SAFEcontractor and SMAS. We assist with health and safety sections of pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs) and compliance submissions.
Ongoing Telephone and Email Support
Clients receive direct access to professional advice for day-to-day safety queries, legislative updates, documentation reviews and incident guidance.
Why Construction Companies Need a Safety Advisory Service
Compliance with CDM 2015
Under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, contractors must have access to competent health and safety advice. A Safety Advisory Service ensures this requirement is fulfilled while supporting site compliance and documentation standards.
Improved Contractor Accreditation Success
Many principal contractors and clients require evidence of a competent health and safety advisor. Having a structured advisory service strengthens applications for CHAS, Constructionline, SAFEcontractor and other schemes.
Reduced Risk and Improved Safety Culture
Ongoing professional advice reduces the likelihood of enforcement action, project delays and workplace incidents. It also supports the development of a proactive safety culture across your workforce.
Additional Compliance Support Services
Alongside our annual Safety Advisory Service, MECsafe provides additional compliance services including:
- Risk assessments and method statement preparation
- Site safety inspections
- Accident investigations
- Attendance at contractor safety meetings
- Training needs identification
- Fire risk assessments and compliance audits
These services can be delivered on a project basis or as part of a broader compliance strategy.
Who Is the Safety Advisory Service Suitable For?
This service is ideal for small to medium-sized construction companies, subcontractors, principal contractors and specialist trades who require ongoing professional health and safety support without employing a full-time in-house advisor.
It is particularly valuable for companies seeking contractor accreditation, bidding for larger projects or strengthening internal safety management systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Safety Advisory Service a legal requirement?
Construction businesses must have access to competent health and safety advice under CDM 2015 and related legislation. While not mandated as a specific “service”, appointing a Safety Advisory Service is a recognised and practical way to meet this obligation.
Can MECsafe be listed on accreditation applications?
Yes. MECsafe can be named as your competent Health & Safety Advisor for accreditation schemes such as CHAS, Constructionline, SAFEcontractor and SMAS.
Does the service include documentation support?
Yes. We provide policy development, system reviews and ongoing documentation guidance to maintain compliance and support contractor approval processes.
Do I need an in-house safety manager if I use this service?
No. Many SMEs use outsourced Safety Advisory Services to fulfil their legal requirements without the cost of employing a full-time health and safety professional.
