Competent Person Health & Safety Service

As a business owner, you are legally required to appoint a "Competent Person" to help you manage health and safety. But what if you don't have a qualified, in-house health and safety manager? For most businesses, this is a significant challenge.

This is exactly why we offer our Competent Person Service. We act as your officially appointed health and safety partner, providing the expert advice you need to stay compliant and the peace of mind you deserve—all for a fraction of the cost of hiring new staff.

What is a "Competent Person"? (The Legal Requirement)

The law is very clear. The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (Regulation 7) states that every employer must appoint one or more "competent persons" to assist them in complying with health and safety law.

A "competent person" is defined as someone who has the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to manage health and safety effectively.

The Challenge for Your Business

For many small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), hiring a full-time, dedicated health and safety professional is simply not financially practical.

However, the legal duty remains. You cannot just nominate an employee who lacks the proper training or experience. Ignoring this requirement can lead to legal breaches, failed inspections, and, most importantly, a failure to protect your team in the event of an incident.

Our Solution: Your External Competent Person

Our Competent Person Service is the simple, professional, and cost-effective solution.

By engaging us as your partner, you are formally appointing North East Health and Safety to act as your Competent Person. This allows you to meet your legal obligations instantly and confidently.

What's Included in Our Service?

Formal Appointment: We provide you with a certificate of appointment to display, proving your compliance to employees, clients, and any inspectors.
Use of Our Name: You can list our company as your "Competent Person" on your health and safety policy and any other formal documentation.
Expert Advice on Tap: You get direct access to our qualified health and safety consultants via phone and email for any questions or concerns you have.
Legal Updates: We keep you informed of any significant changes in UK health and safety legislation that could affect your business.
Ongoing Support: We become part of your team, providing the expert guidance you need, when you need it.

Benefits of Our Competent Person Service

Instant Compliance & Peace of Mind Know that you are immediately fulfilling your legal duty under Regulation 7.
Highly Cost-Effective Gain all the benefits of an expert H&S manager for a small fraction of the cost of hiring one in-house.
Access to Expert Knowledge Stop guessing. Get practical, correct answers from qualified professionals who understand your industry.
A Local, North East Partner We are not a faceless national call centre. We are a local business dedicated to supporting other businesses right here in the North East.

Secure Your Compliance Today

Don't leave your business exposed. Let us be your dedicated health and safety partner.