Chartered Health & Safety Consultancy
Health and Safety Consultancy for Businesses Across the North East
Helping businesses meet their health and safety responsibilities through practical consultancy, retained support, contractor accreditation guidance and ISO management system implementation.
A&T Consultancy works with contractors, SMEs and organisations across Newcastle upon Tyne and the wider North East to build safer, well-managed workplaces and support long-term compliance.
Chartered Health & Safety Expertise
NEBOSH Diploma Qualified
ISO 45001, 9001 & 14001 Specialists
SSIP Support Specialists
Why Businesses Choose
A&T Consultancy
Practical Health & Safety Support Built Around Your Business
Every business needs competent health and safety advice, but the way that advice is delivered can make all the difference. At A&T Consultancy, we focus on building long-term relationships, providing direct access to experienced consultants and delivering practical support that helps businesses make informed decisions with confidence.
1. Direct Access to the Owners
You’ll always deal directly with the people responsible for delivering your health and safety support. There are no account managers, call centres or multiple layers of management.
No corporate structure
Direct communication
Fast, personal responses
2. Support When You Need It
A&T is available beyond normal office hours, giving businesses direct access to experienced health and safety support when urgent issues arise.
Direct contact
Responsive advice
Available outside normal office hours
3. Practical Advice, Not Generic Paperwork
Health and safety documentation should support your business, not create unnecessary administration. We develop practical policies and procedures that are easy to use day to day.
Practical documentation
Advice you can apply
Built around your operations
4. A Long-Term Partner for Your Business
Health and safety is not something that is completed once and forgotten. We build long-term relationships, providing ongoing guidance as your business grows, takes on new projects and responds to changing requirements.
Ongoing consultancy
Continued business support
Long-term working relationships
5. Expertise You Can Depend On
A&T Consultancy combines recognised professional qualifications with practical workplace experience across health and safety management, contractor accreditations, auditing and ISO implementation.
Chartered expertise
NEBOSH qualified
CQI/IRCA auditing qualifications
6. One Consultancy. Complete Business Support.
Many businesses need support across several areas. A&T Consultancy brings retained advice, accreditation support, ISO systems, audits, documentation and wider health and safety services together in one place.
One point of contact
Connected services
Consistent advice
Our Services
Practical Health & Safety Services That Support Your Business
Every business has different health and safety responsibilities depending on its industry, workforce and client requirements. A&T Consultancy provides practical support with ongoing advice, contractor accreditations and recognised management systems, helping businesses operate safely, meet their obligations and prepare for future growth.
Retained Health & Safety Support
Ongoing competent health and safety support
Practical advice as your business evolves
An alternative to employing an in-house health and safety manager
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CHAS Accreditation Support
CHAS application preparation
Documentation and evidence reviews
Support identifying and closing compliance gaps
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Constructionline Accreditation Support
Constructionline application support
Documentation prepared for assessment
Guidance throughout the application process
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ISO Implementation Support
ISO 45001, ISO 9001 & ISO 14001
Practical management system implementation
Internal auditing and certification preparation
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Additional Health & Safety Services
Alongside our flagship consultancy services, A&T Consultancy also provides practical support across a wide range of workplace health and safety requirements.
Risk Assessments
RAMS Preparation
Site Safety Inspections
Health & Safety Audits
Health & Safety Training
Health & Safety Policy Development
Fire Risk Assessments
Contractor Safety Support
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Our Process
Straightforward Support From Initial Enquiry to Ongoing Compliance
Health and safety requirements vary from one business to another, so our first priority is understanding how your organisation operates. Rather than recommending unnecessary services or documentation, we take the time to assess your current position before agreeing the most appropriate level of support.
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Initial Consultation
Every project begins with a conversation. We'll discuss your business, the challenges you're facing and what you're looking to achieve, whether that's ongoing consultancy, contractor accreditation, ISO implementation or support with a specific compliance requirement.
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Assess Your Current Arrangements
We review your existing documentation, procedures and workplace arrangements to understand what's already in place and identify any areas that require attention. This provides a clear starting point and helps avoid unnecessary duplication of work.
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Develop a Practical Plan
Based on our findings, we'll recommend the services and actions that best support your business. The focus is always on practical improvements that can be implemented within your day-to-day operations while meeting client, contractor and regulatory expectations.
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Deliver the Agreed Support
Once a plan has been agreed, we'll carry out the work required. This could include preparing documentation, supporting accreditation applications, implementing ISO management systems, carrying out audits or providing retained consultancy, depending on your requirements.
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Ongoing Support When You Need It
For businesses requiring continued assistance, we remain available to provide advice, review documentation, respond to changing requirements and help maintain effective health and safety arrangements as your business develops.
Who We Support
Supporting Businesses Across a Wide Range of Industries
Health and safety responsibilities vary between sectors, but every organisation needs arrangements that reflect how it operates. A&T Consultancy supports businesses across the North East, helping directors, managers and responsible persons develop practical systems that suit their workforce, working environment and client requirements.
Construction & Contractors
Construction projects bring changing risks, multiple contractors and strict client requirements. We help contractors manage their health and safety responsibilities, prepare documentation, support accreditation applications and develop systems that can stand up to site inspections and tender assessments.
Manufacturing & Engineering
Manufacturing and engineering businesses often require structured risk management, safe systems of work and clear workplace procedures. We provide practical support that helps businesses manage day-to-day operations while preparing for audits, contractor requirements and continual improvement.
Commercial & Industrial Businesses
From warehouses and distribution facilities to offices and commercial premises, we support organisations looking to improve workplace health and safety arrangements, maintain compliance and access competent advice as their business develops.
SMEs & Growing Businesses
Many growing businesses reach a point where health and safety becomes too important to manage alongside other responsibilities. Our retained consultancy service provides access to ongoing competent support without the commitment of employing a full-time health and safety manager.
Areas We Cover
Supporting Businesses Across Newcastle and the North East
A&T Consultancy works with businesses across Newcastle upon Tyne, North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside and Gateshead.
We also cover the full UK remotely.
Being based in the North East allows us to build long-term relationships with local businesses while supporting organisations across a wide range of industries and workplace environments.
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Locations
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- North Tyneside
- Northumberland
- South Tyneside
- Gateshead
Qualifications & Professional Standards
Chartered Expertise Backed by Recognised Industry Qualifications
NEBOSH Diploma Qualified
✓ NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma
✓ NEBOSH National General Certificate
✓ Practical, proportionate compliance advice
Chartered Health & Safety Expertise
✓ Chartered IOSH (CMIOSH)
✓ Chartered Manager (CMgr FCMI)
✓ Advice backed by recognised professional standards
ISO Implementation & Auditing
✓ ISO 45001 Lead Auditor
✓ ISO 14001 lead Auditor
✓ ISO 9001 Internal Auditor
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions About Our Health & Safety Consultancy Services
What does a health and safety consultancy do?
A health and safety consultancy helps businesses identify workplace risks, meet their legal responsibilities and develop practical systems that protect employees, contractors and visitors. The level of support can range from one-off advice and documentation through to ongoing retained consultancy.
At A&T Consultancy, we work with businesses across the North East to provide practical health and safety support that reflects the way each organisation operates. This can include carrying out risk assessments, preparing RAMS, undertaking workplace inspections and audits, developing health and safety policies, supporting contractor management and helping businesses work towards accreditations such as CHAS and Constructionline. We also assist organisations implementing ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
The aim is not simply to produce paperwork, but to help businesses build workable health and safety arrangements that support day-to-day operations, demonstrate compliance and adapt as the business grows.
Does my business legally need a health and safety consultant?
Not necessarily. UK law does not require every business to employ a health and safety consultant, but employers must have access to competent health and safety advice. For many small and medium-sized businesses, outsourcing this role is a practical and cost-effective alternative to employing a full-time health and safety manager.
The level of support you need depends on factors such as the size of your business, the risks involved in your work and any client or contractor requirements. Businesses operating in higher-risk sectors, managing multiple contractors or tendering for larger contracts often benefit from ongoing professional support. A competent health and safety consultancy can help you develop suitable risk assessments, policies and procedures, keep documentation up to date and provide guidance as your business grows or regulations change.
Can you act as our competent health and safety adviser?
Yes. A&T Consultancy can provide businesses with ongoing access to competent health and safety advice through a retained consultancy service. This gives you a dedicated point of contact for day-to-day guidance, helping you manage workplace health and safety responsibilities without employing a full-time health and safety manager.
As your business develops, we can assist with reviewing risk assessments, preparing RAMS, updating health and safety policies, carrying out workplace inspections and audits, supporting contractor management and advising on client or accreditation requirements. Because every business operates differently, our support is designed around your activities, helping you make informed decisions and maintain practical health and safety arrangements over the long term.
What types of businesses do you work with?
A&T Consultancy supports businesses across a wide range of industries, including construction, manufacturing, engineering, commercial premises, offices, warehouses and growing SMEs. While every workplace has different risks, the aim is always the same: helping businesses develop practical health and safety arrangements that reflect the way they operate.
Support can range from ongoing retained consultancy to individual services such as risk assessments, RAMS preparation, workplace inspections, health and safety audits, contractor support and assistance with CHAS, Constructionline and ISO management systems. We regularly work with businesses throughout Newcastle upon Tyne, North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside, Gateshead and the surrounding areas, adapting our advice to each organisation rather than applying a standard template.
What's included in retained health and safety consultancy?
Retained health and safety consultancy provides ongoing access to competent health and safety support, rather than one-off advice. Instead of dealing with issues as they arise, your business has a trusted adviser who understands your operations and can provide practical guidance whenever it’s needed.
Depending on your requirements, retained support may include reviewing risk assessments, preparing RAMS and health and safety policies, carrying out workplace inspections and audits, advising on contractor management, helping you respond to client requirements and providing guidance following changes to your business or working practices. At A&T Consultancy, you’ll deal directly with experienced consultants who take the time to understand how your business operates, allowing advice to be practical, proportionate and relevant to your day-to-day activities.
Can you help us achieve CHAS or Constructionline accreditation?
Yes. A&T Consultancy supports businesses preparing for CHAS and Constructionline accreditation by helping them develop the documentation, systems and evidence required during the application process. The objective is to present clear, accurate information that demonstrates how health and safety is managed within your business.
Support can include reviewing existing policies, preparing or updating risk assessments and RAMS, identifying gaps in documentation and advising on the information commonly requested during accreditation. We also help businesses maintain their health and safety arrangements after accreditation has been achieved, making future renewals more straightforward and reducing the need to recreate documentation each time.
Do you support businesses with ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001?
Yes. A&T Consultancy helps businesses implement ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 management systems, carry out internal audits and prepare for independent certification. The focus is on developing management systems that are practical, easy to maintain and integrated into everyday business operations, rather than creating documentation that sits unused.
Whether you’re introducing an ISO management system for the first time or improving an existing one, we can help review your current arrangements, identify areas for improvement and support implementation. Our CQI/IRCA auditing qualifications enable us to assist businesses in preparing for certification audits while developing systems that continue to add value long after certification has been achieved.
How often should health and safety risk assessments be reviewed?
Risk assessments should be reviewed whenever there is reason to believe they are no longer valid or when significant changes occur in the workplace. This might include introducing new equipment, changing work processes, moving premises, taking on different types of work, or following an accident or near miss. Even where nothing has changed, regular reviews help confirm that existing control measures remain suitable and effective.
Keeping risk assessments up to date is an important part of managing workplace health and safety. As businesses grow, new hazards and responsibilities can develop, making periodic reviews a sensible part of ongoing health and safety management. A&T Consultancy can review existing assessments, identify where updates are needed and help businesses maintain documentation that reflects their current operations.
Can you review our existing health and safety documentation instead of starting again?
Yes. In many cases, reviewing and improving existing documentation is more practical than replacing it entirely. If your current policies, risk assessments, RAMS or safe systems of work reflect how your business operates, they may only need updating to address changes in legislation, working practices or client requirements.
A&T Consultancy begins by assessing what documentation you already have before recommending any changes. This helps avoid unnecessary duplication and allows businesses to build on existing arrangements where appropriate. The aim is to develop documentation that is accurate, practical and straightforward for employees and contractors to follow, rather than creating paperwork simply for the sake of it.
Do you only work with businesses in Newcastle?
No. While A&T Consultancy regularly supports businesses in Newcastle upon Tyne, our services extend across North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside, Gateshead and the wider North East. We work with organisations of all sizes, providing practical health and safety support that reflects the risks and requirements of each business.
Whether you need ongoing retained consultancy, assistance with CHAS or Constructionline accreditation, ISO implementation, workplace inspections or health and safety documentation, our approach remains focused on providing clear, practical advice and developing long-term working relationships. If you’re unsure whether we cover your area or the type of support you require, we’re happy to discuss your requirements.
Why choose an independent health and safety consultancy instead of a large national provider?
Choosing an independent health and safety consultancy often means receiving a more personal and consistent level of support. Instead of speaking to different advisers or working through multiple departments, you’ll usually have direct access to the consultants who understand your business, your workplace and the challenges you face.
At A&T Consultancy, we build long-term relationships with our clients by providing practical advice that reflects how their business operates. Rather than relying on generic templates or standardised processes, we take the time to understand your organisation, helping develop health and safety arrangements that are relevant, proportionate and easier to implement. This continuity allows us to respond more effectively as your business grows, takes on new projects or faces changing client requirements.
How do we get started with A&T Consultancy?
Getting started begins with an initial conversation about your business, the work you carry out and the support you’re looking for. This allows us to understand your current health and safety arrangements, identify any immediate priorities and recommend the most appropriate level of support.
Some businesses require ongoing retained consultancy, while others may need assistance with a specific project, accreditation, audit or management system. Following the initial discussion, we’ll explain how we can help and agree the most suitable way forward based on your requirements. Our aim is to provide practical, proportionate advice that supports your business both now and as your requirements evolve.
Can A&T Consultancy provide one-off health and safety support, or do I need an ongoing contract?
Yes. A&T Consultancy can provide both one-off health and safety services and ongoing retained consultancy, depending on your business requirements. Some organisations only need support with a specific task, such as a risk assessment, workplace inspection, health and safety audit, RAMS preparation or assistance with an accreditation application. Others benefit from regular access to competent health and safety advice as their business develops.
The most suitable option depends on the complexity of your operations, the level of risk involved and whether you require continued guidance. Where ongoing support is appropriate, retained consultancy provides access to experienced advisers who understand your business and can assist as new challenges arise.
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Ready to Strengthen Your Health & Safety Management?
If you’re looking for ongoing health and safety consultancy, support with CHAS or Constructionline accreditation, guidance on implementing ISO management systems or advice on a specific compliance issue, A&T Consultancy is here to help.
We’ll take the time to understand your business, discuss your current arrangements and recommend practical solutions that reflect the way you operate. With direct access to experienced consultants and support built around your organisation, you can make informed decisions with confidence.