Health & Safety

Putting health & safety at the forefront of all we do

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Health, safety and wellbeing at Overbury

At Overbury, protecting people and promoting a positive culture of health & safety is not just a responsibility; it's a commitment to the safety, health and wellbeing of every individual. Going beyond compliance, we proactively identify and mitigate risk, providing a secure environment where everyone can feel protected and thrive.

Key contacts

Lorna Byrne

Health & Safety Director

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How we protect people at Overbury

  • At Overbury, our leaders are deeply committed to health & safety, actively engaging in every aspect to ensure that we set the highest standards. We lead by example, making health & safety a priority in all our decisions and actions. This commitment not only protects our team but also provides our clients with the confidence that their projects are delivered in the safest and most secure environments, ensuring smooth operations and peace of mind throughout the process.

  • At Overbury, we prioritise health & safety from the very start of every project, integrating it into the pre-construction and planning phases. By embedding health & safety considerations early on, we ensure that potential risks are identified and mitigated before work begins. This proactive approach not only safeguards our teams but also streamlines project execution, delivering safer, more efficient outcomes for our clients.

  • At Overbury, our health & safety management system is regularly reviewed and updated to align with the latest legislation and industry best practices. Our bespoke internal project management system, ProjectPlus, comprehensively encompasses health & safety management. To further enhance this, we utilise our H&SPLUS app, providing our teams the accessibility to manage health and safety on our projects, reinforcing our commitment to a safe working environment.

  • At Overbury, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive health & safety training for all our employees, ensuring they are well equipped to recognise and address potential risks. This commitment to continuous learning not only enhances the safety of our teams but also translates to significant benefits for our clients. With a highly trained workforce, we deliver projects with greater efficiency, reduced risk and the assurance that every aspect of the project is handled with the highest standard of care and attention to safety.

  • At Overbury, we prioritise early engagement with our supply chain partners, working closely with them from the outset to ensure they fully understand and adhere to our health & safety standards. Through strong collaboration and clear communication, we create a unified approach to safety across all project stages. To ensure we get the best out of our supply chain, we regularly review their health & safety performance, creating a proactive partnership that enhances the overall quality and safety of the work delivered, providing our clients with confidence in the secure and efficient execution of their projects.

  • At Overbury, we recognise that true safety extends beyond the physical workplace to encompass the overall health and wellbeing of our employees. We are committed to promoting occupational health, mental health, and overall wellbeing, ensuring that our teams are supported both on and off the job. Through initiatives that address mental health, provide access to occupational health services, and foster a culture of wellbeing, we create an environment where our people can thrive. This holistic approach not only enhances productivity and morale but also ensures our clients benefit from a healthy, focused, and resilient workforce.

  • At Overbury, we take health & safety assurance seriously, ensuring our practices are consistently upheld to the highest standards through regular inspections and audits conducted by our dedicated in-house health & safety team. These rigorous assessments thoroughly evaluate our health & safety processes and procedures, ensuring risk is identified, planned and managed, confirming that our operations meet and exceed regulatory requirements. By regularly auditing our sites and processes, we maintain a culture of continuous improvement, giving our clients confidence that every project is managed with uncompromising attention to safety and compliance.

Our health & safety accreditations

ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management System

RoSPA Member and Order of Distinction

SafeContractor™ Member

Acclaim Health & Safety Accreditation