Spec X - Case study | Advanced Safety
How Spec X transformed their approach to construction safety in New Zealand by developing and implementing their own health and safety management system.
Learn about the profound impact of having a dedicated, systematic approach to safety management and Advanced Safety's commitment to delivering projects that are safe, compliant, and successful, while empowering clients with the tools to sustain these practices independently.
The client:
SpecX Limited
SpecX Limited's CEO Aaron Boddington is a distinguished property and construction professional, who initiated two significant construction developments requiring enhanced safety oversight.
SpecX Ltd engaged Advanced Safety to integrate and elevate the construction safety standards throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to all health and safety regulations.
The Challenges
Complex Safety Regulations
Contractor compliance
Implementation of a Workplace Health and Safety Management System
Demonstrable continual improvement
1. Complex Safety Regulations: navigating complex safety regulations was essential to maintain and safeguard worker welfare.
2. Contractor compliance: It was crucial to ensure that all contractors adhered to strict safety standards, which varied widely in compliance levels.
3. Implementation of a Workplace Health and Safety Management System: The client needed to establish their own robust Health and Safety management system to continuously manage and monitor safety practices effectively across their business operations.
4. Continual improvement: There was a desire to not only meet but also surpass safety standards through ongoing improvement and proactive safety management.
Our Solutions
Development of a Workplace Health and Safety Management System
Pre-qualification of contractors
Evaluation of Contractor Documentation.
Health and Safety inspections and audits.
Recommendations for improvement.
1. Development of a Workplace Health and Safety Management System: Advanced Safety assisted the client in developing and implementing a comprehensive Health and Safety Management System tailored to their specific needs.
2. Pre-qualification of contractors: Advanced Safety implemented a rigorous pre-qualification process as part of their WHSMS to evaluate contractors' safety protocols and past performance, ensuring only those meeting the client's criteria were considered for project engagement.
3. Evaluation of Contractor Documentation: Prior to allowing contractors to commence work onsite, Advanced Safety thoroughly reviewed their safety documentation to ensure compliance with the established safety management system and project safety requirements.
4. Health and Safety inspections and audits: regular inspections and audits were conducted not just to ensure compliance but also to identify exemplary safety practices and areas needing improvement.
5. Recommendations for Improvement: Insights gained from ongoing audits and inspections facilitated detailed, actionable recommendations to enhance safety measures and foster continuous improvement.
Notably, we recommended regular catch-up meetings with the client to ensure they fully understood their requirements and responsibilities, fostering an environment of clear communication and continual learning.
"They make the complex simple and their ability to challenge and educate is invaluable".
Aaron Boddington
CEO SpecX Limited
Outcomes
The integration of a bespoke health and safety management system, along with our comprehensive safety services, led to significant positive results:
1. Robust Safety Culture: The new health and safety management system empowered the client to proactively manage safety, thereby embedding a strong safety culture across all project stakeholders.
2. Compliance and Beyond: Through stringent contractor management and continual safety evaluations, the projects consistently exceeded safety expectations.
3. Oversight of the Supply Chain: The proactive safety measures significantly enhanced the confidence in the capability of the contractors, sub-trades and service providers.
4. Client Empowerment: The client's are highly satisfied with the ability to independently monitor and improve their safety standards which enhanced overall project efficiency and effectiveness.
Conclusions
Advanced Safety’s role in helping the client develop and implement their own health and safety management system was crucial in transforming their approach to construction safety.
This case study illustrates the profound impact of having a dedicated, systematic approach to safety management, showcasing our commitment to delivering projects that are safe, compliant, and successful, while also empowering our clients with the tools to sustain these practices independently.
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