Mrs Deb Hadley-Hayes
CMIOSH
Overview
A Chartered Health & Safety Practitioner (CMIOSH) with over 25 years’ experience providing pragmatic, proportionate, and commercially focused health and safety support across a broad range of sectors.
My career spans both consultancy and in-house leadership roles, giving me a well-rounded understanding of operational challenges and the practical application of health and safety management systems within multi-site and diverse business environments.
I have extensive experience in auditing, training delivery, and the development and implementation of health, safety, and environmental management systems, alongside supporting organisations through legislative compliance and continuous improvement.
I am recognised for a pragmatic and solutions-focused approach, working collaboratively with clients to deliver clear, workable advice. As a friendly, professional, and trustworthy practitioner, I take the time to explain requirements in a straightforward and accessible way, helping to ensure understanding, engagement, and the successful implementation of recommendations.
Services
Fees
Our fees are tailored to the specific services required, offering flexibility to suit your organisation’s needs. Options range from fixed, standalone day rates to longer-term contracted support, including multi-day agreements and remote advisory services.
We aim to provide transparent, proportionate, and cost-effective solutions. Please get in touch to discuss your requirements and receive a bespoke quotation aligned to your business needs.
General consultancy
Jargon3 provides tailored Health & Safety consultancy, offering practical advice during site visits or through post-visit debriefings, often supported by photographic evidence of observations. We also offer remote support via phone, delivering guidance based on the information provided. Our services include risk assessments, compliance support, policy reviews, training sessions, and regulatory guidance to help clients maintain a safe and legally compliant workplace.
Clients receive clear, actionable Health & Safety reports, including site visit observations with supporting photos, risk assessments, and compliance recommendations. We provide updated policies, and tailored training materials to enhance workplace safety and legal compliance.
Injury Reporting
Jargon3 provides expert support in incident reporting by advising throughout the process, reviewing report content, and ensuring accuracy and clarity. Our role includes proof-reading reports, guiding on effective incident documentation, and advising on key details to enhance compliance and risk management. We also support clients in reporting RIDDOR incidents to the HSE, ensuring the correct information is submitted in line with legal requirements—typically delivered remotely. Additionally, clients have the option to use a Jargon3 investigation document, which includes structured prompts to consider key factors such as people, equipment, the environment, and processes in use.
Clients receive expert-reviewed incident reports with clear, well-structured documentation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and actionable insights. Where required, we provide guidance on RIDDOR reporting to the HSE, ensuring all necessary details are correctly submitted. The Jargon3 investigation document offers a structured approach to gathering information, helping clients assess all contributing factors for a thorough and effective investigation.
Inspections
Jargon3 offers expert support in onsite inspections by advising throughout the process, reviewing findings, and ensuring a thorough assessment of general and specific health & safety risks. Our role includes offering guidance on hazard identification, and advising on corrective actions to improve safety and compliance—whether for overall site conditions or specific risk areas.
Clients receive expert-reviewed inspection reports with clear recommendations, photographic evidence, refined risk assessments, and guidance on corrective actions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective risk mitigation.
Investigations
Jargon3 provides expert support in incident investigations by advising throughout the process, reviewing findings, and ensuring a thorough analysis. Our role includes proof-reading reports, offering guidance on root cause identification, and advising on corrective actions to enhance safety and compliance—typically delivered remotely.
Clients receive expert-reviewed incident reports with clear recommendations, refined root cause analysis, and guidance on corrective actions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective risk mitigation.
COSHH
Jargon3 can undertake or offer guidance, on conducting COSHH risk assessments, advising on the identification, handling, and safe use of hazardous substances in the workplace. We help clients understand their legal obligations and implement suitable control measures to protect health and safety and potential environmental implications regarding disposal.
Clients receive a detailed COSHH risk assessment report, including identification of hazardous substances, recommended control measures, and compliance with legal requirements for safe handling, storage, and disposal.
Display Screen Equipment (DSE)
Jargon3 provides advice on DSE risk assessments, offering clients the necessary guidance to conduct self-assessments for employees using display screen equipment. We support in identifying ergonomic risks and implementing adjustments to reduce strain and improve wellbeing.
Clients receive a self-assessment document for employees, accompanied by guidance on best practices and recommendations for ergonomic adjustments to improve comfort and reduce potential health risks related to DSE use.
Fire
Jargon3 provides fire risk assessment services, advising clients on identifying fire hazards, evaluating risks, and implementing necessary fire prevention measures. Our expertise is backed by the NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management, ensuring a thorough understanding of fire safety regulations and best practices. We support clients in ensuring compliance with fire safety laws and creating safer working environments.
Clients receive a comprehensive fire risk assessment report, identifying potential hazards, evaluating risks, and outlining corrective actions. This includes evacuation plans, fire safety measures, and compliance with fire safety legislation, all informed by qualifications and expertise in fire safety management.
Manual Handling
Jargon3 supports clients in assessing manual handling tasks, advising on potential risks associated with lifting, carrying, and moving objects. We recommend controls and adjustments to reduce the risk of injury and improve workplace safety. Our approach includes hands-on training in the actual work environment, ensuring that employees practice safe manual handling techniques in the context of their day-to-day tasks, rather than in a training room setting.
Clients receive a detailed manual handling risk assessment report, including task analysis, risk evaluations, and practical recommendations for minimizing injuries. Employees also benefit from hands-on, work environment-based training to ensure that safe manual handling practices are effectively applied in real-life scenarios.
Noise Survey / Risk Assessment
Jargon3 provides noise risk assessments to help clients identify areas of high noise exposure in the workplace and evaluate associated risks. We advise on effective control measures and compliance with noise regulations to protect employee hearing and wellbeing.
Clients receive a detailed noise risk assessment report, including risk evaluations and recommended control measures, such as engineering controls, noise reduction strategies, and appropriate hearing protection requirements. If necessary, we may recommend engaging additional third parties to conduct a comprehensive personal and area noise survey, providing precise noise level readings for a more detailed assessment.
Bespoke Training
Bespoke training can be offered in areas such as general Health & Safety awareness, manual handling, and risk assessment. We are also happy to discuss other potential training needs with clients and work collaboratively to tailor solutions. Where appropriate, we may recommend engaging additional third parties for specialized training to ensure a comprehensive approach.
Clients receive hands-on, engaging training sessions. These workshops are designed to actively involve participants, ensuring they can apply the knowledge in real-world scenarios. Upon completion of the session, a certificate of attendance will be provided. Where necessary, we may also recommend third-party trainers for more specialized needs.
Work History
| Role | From - To | Job Title / Description |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Health & Safety Consultant | 04.2022 - today | Provide pragmatic health & safety and fire safety consultancy services to SME clients across a range of sectors. Undertake audits, inspections, and risk assessments, alongside delivering tailored training and practical guidance. Support organisations in achieving and maintaining compliance through proportionate, solutions-focused advice aligned to their operational needs. |
| Senior Health & Safety Consultant | 11.2020 - 03.2023 | Delivered competent health & safety advisory services to a diverse client base, developing and implementing tailored management systems. Acted as a dedicated point of contact, providing clear, practical, and ongoing support to ensure legal compliance and continuous improvement across client operations. |
| Regional Safety, Health & Environment Manager | 01.2010 - 11.2020 | Led the delivery of SHE strategy across a large multi-site retail and logistics operation, covering over 400 outlets, supply sites, and distribution. Managed proactive and reactive health & safety activities, including COVID-secure risk assessment processes. Developed training materials in collaboration with Learning & Development, and supported policy development to ensure clarity, consistency, and compliance with legal requirements and business objectives. |
| Health & Safety Auditor | 01.2009 - 12.2009 | Conducted audits of client health & safety management systems against SAFEcontractor requirements, assessing legal and procedural compliance. Produced detailed reports and action plans, working directly with clients to implement improvements and achieve accreditation. |
| Health & Safety Consultant & Trainer | 09.2007 - 10.2008 | Delivered consultancy support and training services to client organisations, including auditing policies and advising on improvements. Designed and delivered bespoke training programmes and IOSH-accredited courses, covering topics such as risk assessment, accident investigation, and DSE, ensuring practical understanding and application. |
| Health & Safety Co-ordinator | 09.1998 - 09.2007 | Implemented and managed a site-wide health & safety management system within a manufacturing environment. Coordinated risk assessment programmes, led a team of assessors, and ensured effective control measures were established, reviewed, and audited. Conducted incident investigations and reported findings to senior management and external regulators where required. |
Membership of Professional Bodies
| Professional Body | Membership | Member since | OSHCR Eligible Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| IOSH | Chartered Member (CMIOSH) | 03.2008 | 03.2021 |
Qualifications
| Accrediting Institute | Type | Qualification | Date passed |
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