The APC has received the prestigious Gold RoSPA award, celebrating its commitment to health and safety.
- This accolade recognises organisations that prioritise employee safety above all else.
- A robust training programme and comprehensive safety policies helped achieve a significant drop in workplace incidents.
- The award underscores the dedication of APC’s team and leadership towards a safer work environment.
- Industry experts highlight the importance of such safety achievements for organisational success.
The APC’s achievement of the Gold RoSPA award is a testament to its unwavering focus on prioritising employee safety. Recognising organisations that demonstrate a profound commitment to ensuring safety, the award highlights APC’s success in embedding a health and safety culture within its operations. This recognition not only applauds the efforts of the APC team but also sets a benchmark for other businesses within the industry to follow.
A cornerstone of APC’s safety success is its comprehensive training programme, which included training 32 staff members with courses from the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health. Alongside these educational efforts, regular health and safety committee meetings ensure continuous monitoring and improvement of safety standards within the company. The introduction of a training academy further strengthened the company’s safety protocols, providing personalised training sessions delivered by on-site trainers, thereby laying a strong foundation for safety education within the organisation.
The strategic initiatives implemented by APC have culminated in an impressive 51% reduction in workplace accidents. This substantial decrease in incidents demonstrates the efficacy of APC’s operational enhancements and its commitment to safeguarding employees. Such efforts align with the organisation’s overarching aim to ensure every employee returns home safely at the end of each workday, thereby enhancing the overall quality of life for its workforce.
Jonathan Smith, APC Chief Executive, articulated the company’s stance succinctly: ‘The health and safety of our people remains our number one priority at The APC.’ His statement underscores the leadership’s dedication to maintaining a robust safety culture supported by continued investments into health and safety practices. The award not only highlights these continued efforts but also reflects a collective commitment from all levels of the organisation.
Julia Small of RoSPA emphasized the broader implications of APC’s achievements by highlighting the multifaceted impact of workplace accidents. According to Small, ‘Workplace accidents don’t just pose financial risks and operational disruptions; they significantly impact the quality of life for individuals.’ Her statement offers insight into the vital nature of recognising and rewarding exemplary safety performance within businesses.
The APC’s prestigious accolade serves as a reflection of its unwavering commitment to ensuring a safe working environment.
