SEQ

⚠️ Nothing happened. This time.

That’s exactly why near misses matter.

A dropped object that missed someone.
A slip without a fall.
A vehicle that came too close.
An unsafe condition spotted before someone was hurt.

Near misses are early warnings — and reporting them gives you the opportunity to act before they become accidents.

👉 Report it
👉 Investigate it
👉 Fix the issue
👉 Share the learning
👉 Prevent it happening again

At SEQ Consultancy, we can help you put effective near-miss reporting procedures in place, investigate incidents and build a stronger safety culture across your organisation.

Don’t wait for a near miss to become an accident.

🚩 6 things you DON’T want an auditor to find…

These are some of the most common non-conformances that can catch businesses out:

❌ Out-of-date policies and procedures
❌ Risk assessments that no longer reflect the work
❌ Missing or incomplete training records
❌ Corrective actions that were never closed out
❌ Poor document control
❌ No clear evidence that required checks were completed

Individually, they might seem small. But during an audit, small gaps can quickly add up.

The best time to find a non-conformance? Before your auditor does.

SEQ Consultancy can carry out internal audits and compliance reviews to identify gaps, help close out actions and get your systems audit-ready.

📋 Audit coming up? Let’s make sure you’re ready for it.

🥾 PPE SPOTLIGHT: SAFETY FOOTWEAR

Safety boots on? Great.
But are they the right safety boots for the job?

Choosing safety footwear isn’t simply about ticking the PPE box. The correct footwear should be selected based on the hazards and tasks involved.

Depending on the workplace, you may need protection against:

🥾 Impact or crushing
🔩 Punctures from sharp objects
💧 Water and wet conditions
⚡ Electrical hazards
🧪 Chemicals
🦶 Slips and uneven surfaces

The key takeaway? PPE should match the risk and it's your last line of defence.

Your risk assessment should identify the hazards first — and the appropriate PPE should follow.

At SEQ Consultancy, we help businesses assess workplace risks, review PPE requirements and put practical safety controls in place.

📩 Need support reviewing PPE requirements in your workplace? Get in touch.

🤝 Another new client for SEQ Consultancy!

We’re delighted to welcome a new client operating within Ireland’s road construction, surfacing and civil works industry.

It’s great to continue growing our client base and supporting businesses across high-risk industries with practical, professional Health & Safety expertise.

We’re looking forward to working with the team and building a strong relationship ahead.

PSDP or PSCS? Know the difference. 🏗️

It’s actually pretty simple:

📐 PSDP = Design Stage
Coordinates health & safety throughout the design process — identifying and reducing risks before construction begins.

👷 PSCS = Construction Stage
Coordinates health & safety once work gets underway — managing safety throughout the construction phase.

Think of it this way:
👉 PSDP = Plan it safely
👉 PSCS = Build it safely

At SEQ Consultancy, we can provide PSDP and PSCS services and help ensure your project meets its health & safety responsibilities from design through to completion.

Need PSDP or PSCS support? Talk to SEQ.

New Course at SEQ Training Academy ⭐

We’re hearing more and more from our clients — particularly those with customer-facing teams — about staff having to deal with challenging, aggressive and, in some cases, potentially violent behaviour at work.

That’s why we’re now offering our Prevention and Management of Aggression and Violence at Work (PMAV) course.

This practical 1-day course is designed to give employees the knowledge and skills to recognise, prevent and respond appropriately to aggression and violence in the workplace. Training includes:

✔ Recognising early warning signs and escalation
✔ Effective communication and conflict resolution
✔ Verbal de-escalation strategies
✔ Personal safety and safe withdrawal techniques
✔ Physical breakaway techniques
✔ Post-incident actions and reporting

Importantly, the course can be adapted to the specific risks, working environment and needs of your organisation, making it particularly relevant for teams regularly interacting with customers or members of the public.

Participants receive an accredited certificate valid for 3 years, with a maximum of 12 participants per course.

If aggression or challenging behaviour is becoming a concern for your team, talk to us about putting the right training and supports in place.

📧 [email protected]
📞 01 835 1454
🌐 https://smpl.is/am409

☀️ Hot day on site? Hydration is a safety issue.

When temperatures rise, heat stress and dehydration can quickly impact concentration, reaction times and decision-making — all critical when working around machinery, vehicles, at height or carrying out physical work.

💧 Keep water readily available
⏱️ Encourage regular hydration and breaks
🌳 Provide shade or cooler rest areas
☀️ Plan heavier work around peak heat where possible
⚠️ Make sure teams know the signs of heat stress

Don’t wait until someone feels unwell.

At SEQ Consultancy, we help businesses identify risks, review controls and keep their people safe and compliant on site.

📩 Get in touch with our team if you need support with your workplace health & safety.

Another gorgeous morning here at the SEQ offices ☀️💚

Made even better by having the first of our newly branded SEQ Group cars sitting outside!

We’re adding to the fleet, so you’ll be seeing a lot more of SEQ out on the road. 🚗 Keep an eye out for us on our travels!

Safety. Environment. Quality.

🚶 𝐀 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐰𝐚𝐲.

Here's a great example of good site management.

Pedestrian walkways should always be kept clear and protected. When lifting materials with a teleporter or other plant, loads should never travel over an open pedestrian walkway.

Instead, the walkway should be temporarily closed, the lift completed safely, and only then reopened to pedestrians.

Simple controls like these help separate people from moving plant, reduce the risk of serious incidents, and keep everyone on site safe.

𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐳𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬—𝐢𝐭'𝐬 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐬𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐳𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞.

🚧 Every Safe Site Starts with a Good Induction

A site induction is often the very first step before work begins—and one of the most important.

It's not just about signing your name. A proper induction ensures everyone understands:
✔️ Site rules and procedures
✔️ Emergency arrangements and welfare facilities
✔️ Key hazards and restricted areas
✔️ Required PPE and safe systems of work
✔️ Who to report to if something changes

For the main contractor, inductions are equally important. They help maintain an accurate record of who is on site at all times, improving communication, coordination and emergency response if needed.

A few minutes spent on a thorough induction can prevent misunderstandings, reduce risk and help everyone go home safely at the end of the day.

𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬.