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Many business owners are aware that Small and Medium Enterprises (SME’s) account for 99% of all businesses in the UK (2023 Gov.uk) but a common misconception is that SME’s operate in low risk sectors and don’t need to worry about Health and Safety (H&S). The reality is accident rates can be higher than in a larger operation and just looking at fatalities alone, the fatality rate of small manufacturers is twice that of larger ones (RAND.org). 50% of businesses in construction, the most dangerous industry in the UK (2021 HSE), are SME’s and there are a high proportion of fatalities and ill-health arising in industries made up entirely of SME’s such as beauty salons.

H&S doesn’t just impact the health and wellbeing of yourself and your staff, it can also have a major impact on your bottom line – micro-businesses with less than £2m turnover face up to £450k in fines if a breach is found. (worknest.com)

For many small business owners, tackling H&S in a professional and meaningful way can seem daunting, but it doesn’t need to be. Managing your business with H&S at the front of mind can actually be a factor that helps many SME’s to thrive.

Here at Harwood, we have put together your one-stop-shop solution for H&S management, documentation, and training with access to expert advice on any challenges you may face. Let us continue to support you with the same level of care and expertise we do you HR needs, to ensure the success of your people and therefore the success of your business.