Mr Adrian Bracken
CMISOH
Overview
Adrian Bracken
Managing Director, AB&H Safety Services Ltd.
With over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, Adrian has been deeply involved in Health and Safety since 2004. As the Managing Director of AB&H Safety Services Ltd, Adrian brings a wealth of expertise and a steadfast commitment to ensuring our organisation’s highest safety, compliance, and quality standards.
Adrian’s dedication to safety excellence and extensive experience make him an invaluable leader within our organisation, driving our commitment to creating safe and secure working environments for all.
Experience
Adrian’s journey in the construction industry began in 1993 when he embarked on a career that would shape his expertise in Health and Safety Management. His roles have ranged from regional Health and Safety Management positions to senior advisory roles, allowing him to garner comprehensive experience navigating the intricacies of safety regulations and procedures.
Throughout his career, Adrian has played integral roles in notable projects, including overseeing the construction of warehouse distribution centres, production units, logistics facilities, and fulfilment centres. His tenure with various companies, including WINVIC Construction Limited, MPB RC Structures/Rail, and Unique Construction Safety Limited, has provided him with diverse insights and hands-on experience managing Health and Safety practices across different environments.
Key Highlights
- Developed, monitored, and evaluated the implementation of HSEQ systems, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry standards
- Actively involved in internal auditing processes and providing support to external auditors
- Kept abreast of current HSEQ legislation and industry best practices, disseminating crucial information to all levels of management and stakeholders
- Provided support and advice on Health & Safety matters, fostering a culture of compliance and safety excellence within organisations
- Managed accident investigations, conducted root cause analyses, and implemented preventive measures to mitigate risks
- Contributed to the successful completion of high-profile construction projects, demonstrating a commitment to quality and safety
As a team, ABH Safety Services works with your organisation to ensure that your Health and Safety policy adheres to current legislation. As experts in the field, you know you can count on us to guide you to a safe and compliant business. We also offer extensive online courses to keep management and employees fully qualified.
Specialisms
Industry | Years Experience |
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Warehousing | 20 |
Stonemasonry | 20 |
Construction | 30 |
Cement | 30 |
Manufacturing | 20 |
Topic | Years Experience |
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Asbestos | 20 |
Better regulation | 20 |
Confined spaces | 20 |
Corporate manslaughter | 20 |
Hazardous Substances (COSHH) | 20 |
Drugs and alcohol | 20 |
Equipment at work | 20 |
Ergonomics | 20 |
Falls from height | 20 |
Expectant mothers | 20 |
Fire and explosion | 20 |
First aid at work | 20 |
Human factors | 20 |
Involving workers | 20 |
LEV (Local Exhaust Ventilation) | 20 |
Leadership | 20 |
Musculoskeletal disorders | 20 |
Noise | 20 |
Offices | 20 |
Risk education | 20 |
Risk management | 20 |
Road safety (work related) | 20 |
Setting an example | 20 |
Sickness absence | 20 |
Slips and trips | 20 |
Vibration | 20 |
Violence (workplace) | 20 |
Workplace health advice | 20 |
Young people | 20 |
Services
Environmental Management
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Quality
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Audits
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Construction Work
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
General consultancy
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Injury Reporting
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Injury Reporting
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Inspections
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Investigations
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Accredited Training
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Bespoke Training
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Coaching
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
E-learning
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Inspections of Common parts
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Events and exhibitions
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Residential Care Homes
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Safety at Sports Grounds
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
COSHH
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Display Screen Equipment (DSE)
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Fire
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Fire
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Manual Handling
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Noise Survey / Risk Assessment
Consulting services and advice available upon request from one our qualified technicians.
Work History
Role | From - To | Job Title / Description |
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Director | 01.2021 - today | Supporting various Principal and Sub-contract companies with both their Health and Safety Legal Compliance and their day-to-day onsite works. Managerial experience within HSEQ to support RAMS and safe systems of works, working alongside supervisors to ensure works are completed to the task-specific RAMS and safe systems of works, requirements to ensure behavioural safety, and procedure is applied and always adhered to. Undertaking and supporting Incident / Accident Investigations to identify root causes, preventative and corrective actions and producing action plans to hopefully prevent any reoccurrence.
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Health and Safety Manager | 07.2015 - 12.2020 | NESTLE / XPO LOGISTICS, PLOT 2, EAST MIDLANDS GATEWAY The construction of a 638,000 sq. ft warehouse distribution centre including a 35m high bay temperature-controlled facility (16m to the remainder of the warehouse) together with three storey office accommodation, external site works, hardstanding and car parking, landscaping, and Drainage, on an area of land adjacent to East Midlands Airport. KUEHNE & NAGEL, PLOT 4, EAST MIDLANDS GATEWAY The construction of a 163,000 sq. ft single-storey warehouse/production unit with a 40,000 sq. ft temperature-controlled area for pharmaceutical products, 33,000 sq. ft office, and amenity areas, and 410,000 sq. ft yard space. On a site adjacent to East Midlands Airport, the modern industrial building also contains 64 dock levellers, 7-level access doors, parking for 270 cars and 175 lorries, and electric vehicle charging points. UNIT 1, ICON, MANCHESTER FULFILMENT CENTRE, GATESHEAD PLOT 1, EAST MIDLANDS DISTRIBUTION PARK UNIT 5, TAMWORTH EAST AMAZON, PLOT 1, EAST MIDLANDS GATEWAY Full turnkey solution for the client on the first unit to be built at East Midlands Gateway: a 1.3 million sq. ft fulfilment centre including two storey mezzanine, 57,000 sq. ft office space and amenity areas, 480,000 sq. ft of external yard area and parking for 900 cars and 83 lorries, on an area of land adjacent to East Midlands Airport.
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HSEQ Manager | 09.2013 - 07.2015 | Working on various RC Frame Projects and Network Rail contracts. Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the HSE&Q Policy and arrangements. Keeping up to date with current HSE&Q legislation and industry best practice and disseminating this information to all levels of staff throughout the company. |
Director | 03.2011 - 09.2013 | Working for various construction companies implementing, Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality systems, undertaking site inspections and advising on current legislation. Duties to include: -
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Senior HSEQ Manager Site Based | 02.2010 - 03.2011 | Working on the Mann Island Project, Liverpool; project value £135m. Monitoring and evaluating the safe working practices on site, reviewing sub-contractor method statements and risk assessments in all aspects including lifting operations. Below is a selection of additional duties:
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Membership of Professional Bodies
Professional Body | Membership | Member since | OSHCR Eligible Since |
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IOSH | Chartered Member (CMIOSH) | 09.2021 | 09.2023 |
Qualifications
Accrediting Institute | Type | Qualification | Date passed |
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IOSH | Degree or Above | CMIOSH | 09.2023 |