Health and safety is of paramount importance to Colt. We are very proud of our HS&E record and it is our vision to maintain and continual improve on this performance.
Colt holds a number of recognised accreditations including Achilles, CHAS (SSIP) and Worksafe Contractor.
Colt are committed to equipping all employees, through training, to take an active part in delivering this vision. All Project and Site Managers are trained to CITB Site Management Safety Certificate level, as a minimum. In addition, staff receive further regular training on individual aspects of safety, including working at height.
Colt has created a comprehensive e-learning that uses scenarios of actual incidents, as well as interactive hazard identification exercise to reinforce key message and safe behaviours. The e-learning covers manual handling, working at height and other aspects of workplace safety. It is designed to raise hazard awareness and provide guidance on preventative actions.
Colt engage only those sub-contractors and specialists who have demonstrated competence, adequate resources and a suitable attitude towards Health and Safety. Regular meetings with the sub-contractors’ are held to reinforce and take action on safety issues.
The very nature of what we do at Colt contributes to a built environment that is more efficient and sustainable in the use of the world’s natural resources. At Colt we go further, taking every opportunity to reduce the environmental impact of our activities.
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Our environmental strategy builds on our achievements, which include notable successes such as:
Our management system allows for the systematic identification of environmental aspects. We are able identify and assess environmental risks and implement effective control measures to minimise the risk to the environment.
We promote the following sustainable construction good practice at all our construction projects and offices:
Colt has received the RoSPA Order of Distinction Award for Occupational Health and Safety performance 2018. This award can only be given to organisations who have won a RoSPA Gold Award for 15 or more years consecutively. View our certificate.
Colt are committed to satisfying our customers with products and services that meet or exceed agreed requirements. Colt International Ltd has been recognised by a number of industry framework certifications, including ISO 9001, for compliance with quality management systems.