Mr John Sproul
DipSM
Overview
Assisting SME's in implementing Safety Management Systems comprising of Safety Policies, Risk and COSHH Assessments, Method Statements, Forms and Checklists. Assistance also provided with Construction Phase Plans, O&M Manuals, site and workplace inspections, accreditation scheme applications (CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS, etc.), Insurer risk control recommendations, enforcing authority liaison (HSE, Local Authority, etc.), accident investigation and awareness training.
Specialisms
| Industry | Years Experience |
|---|---|
| Construction | 22 |
| Engineering | 22 |
| Food and drink manufacture | 22 |
| Glass and glazing | 22 |
| Haulage | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Motor vehicle repair | 22 |
| Stonemasonry | 22 |
| Warehousing | 22 |
| Entertainment and leisure | 22 |
| Woodworking and furniture | 22 |
| Topic | Years Experience |
|---|---|
| Ergonomics | 22 |
| Falls from height | 22 |
| Human factors | 22 |
| Involving workers | 22 |
| Managing for health and safety | 22 |
| Musculoskeletal disorders | 22 |
| Offices | 22 |
| Risk education | 22 |
| Risk management | 22 |
| Slips and trips | 22 |
| Equipment at work | 22 |
| Transport (workplace) | 22 |
| Slips and trips | 22 |
| Hazardous Substances (COSHH) | 22 |
| Maintenance | 22 |
Services
General consultancy
Assisting SME's with all aspects of H&S.
Bespoke Training
Delivering short training sessions on various topics.
COSHH
Conducting COSHH assessments.
Display Screen Equipment (DSE)
Conducting DSE assessments.
Injury Reporting
Accident and Incident investigations and reports - RIDDOR
Inspections
Workplace and Site inspections.
Work History
| Role | From - To | Job Title / Description |
|---|---|---|
| Health & Safety Consultant | 03.2002 - 02.2024 | Assisting SME's with Policy, Risk Assessment, Accident Reporting, Accident Investigation, Audit & Inspection, Development & Training, Sub-contractor Evaluation and External Liaison (HSE, Local Authority Environmental Health Departments and Insurers). |
| Group Safety Advisor | 08.1999 - 03.2002 | Assisting Group companies with Policy, Risk Assessment, Accident Reporting, Accident Investigation, Audit & Inspection, Development & Training |
| National Operations Manager | 04.1998 - 08.1999 | Responsible for Policy, Risk Assessment, Accident Reporting, Accident Investigation, Audit & Inspection, Development & Training |
| National Operations Manager | 07.1993 - 04.1998 | Responsible for Policy, Risk Assessment, Accident Reporting, Accident Investigation, Audit & Inspection, Development & Training |
| Safety Group Secretary | 11.2013 - 01.2018 | Arranging topical speakers, site visits and networking opportunities for the Group's members to share best practice and provide advice. |
Membership of Professional Bodies
| Professional Body | Membership | Member since | OSHCR Eligible Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| IOSH | Chartered Member (CMIOSH) | 01.2001 | 07.2007 |
Qualifications
| Accrediting Institute | Type | Qualification | Date passed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | Diploma | Diploma in Safety Management | 07.2003 |
| Other | Certificate | Waste Awareness | 03.2010 |
| Other | Certificate | Inspection of Fall Protection Equipment | 10.2021 |
| Other | Certificate | Managing Risk of Manual Handling | 06.2022 |
| Other | Certificate | National Water Hygiene & DOMS | 08.2023 |