Mr Ian Norton
CMIOSH AIFireE
Overview
At TJA Safety Solutions we aim to apply a practical approach to problem solving whilst helping to ensure compliance with current legislative requirements. TJA Safety Solutions is vastly experienced with over 30 years of Construction and Utility experience with a strong practical understanding of relevant UK Health, Safety & Environmental legislation and best practice. We have a positive and enthusiastic approach to dealing with problems and issues whilst providing Health and Safety Management / Advice to the Construction; Renewables; Utilities and many other industries, we are enablers not preventers. TJA Safety Solutions provides competent advice under Regulation 7(1) of The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 supporting employers, including contractors, to improve occupational health and safety.
We have worked on and learnt many ideas from large construction; renewable, civil engineering & infrastructure projects. TJA Safety Solutions has experience in helping SME's comply with CDM 2015 Regulations and has been trained by the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH) in accident investigations. I am proud to be a Chartered member of the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (CMIOSH), a member (AIFireE) of the Institution of Fire Engineers and registered member of the Occupational Safety and Health Consultants Register (OSHCR).
We provide CDM Advisory and Principal Designer support on a variety of different sized projects.
TJA Safety Solutions currently look after many Clients & Subcontractors from a variety of different industries ensuring that work is undertaken in a safe manner whilst adhering to legislative requirements. The company also works for various Contractors, Developers & Clients as the independent competent Health & Safety person on many Development & Construction projects, this has included Asbestos removal and demolition works. We undertake independent site safety inspections and audits where appointed to do so, together with incident investigation.
We work regularly as a consultant for the National House Building Council (NHBC) delivering training to their Clients. I am a qualified trainer who is able to deliver a variety of CITB & APS approved courses. In addition we deliver Asbestos training; Abrasive Wheel; CDM Awareness; Confined Spaces; Principal Designer & many other health and safety related training requirements. We can assist with any bespoke training needs to fit many different companies. TJA Safety Solutions are competent in carrying out safety inspections / audits; assessments of sub-contractors; Face Fit Testing; assistance in coaching and training with regards to Behavioural Safety with either employees or contractors. TJA Safety Solutions deliver first class customer service at all times with the ability to establish and build relationships with Clients, Principal Designers, Principal Contractors, Sub-Contractors, Customers and Regulators. Therefore, with our experience gained and our flexible attitude to adapt to most situations, we feel we are able to offer the right advice and succeed with any assistance that your company may require.
Therefore with our experience gained so far and our flexible attitude to adapt to most situations will help us succeed with any assistance that your company may require me to undertake.
Specialisms
| Industry | Years Experience |
|---|---|
| Construction | 32 |
| Engineering | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Waste management | 15 |
| Topic | Years Experience |
|---|---|
| Confined spaces | 22 |
| Hazardous Substances (COSHH) | 25 |
| Falls from height | 5 |
| First aid at work | 25 |
| Legionnaires' Disease | 20 |
| Managing for health and safety | 17 |
| Risk management | 16 |
| Vibration | 5 |
| Involving workers | 6 |
Services
Fees
TJA Solutions Ltd specialises in providing Health, Safety, Environmental and Training support together with risk management to a variety of different industry sectors. (Construction; Utilities; Renewables; Engineering; Consultancy, etc.). TJA Solutions can provide all aspects of health and safety management systems, including Policies and Procedures, Risk Assessments and Method Statements together with onsite audits and inspections. I can assist you with completing your Pre-Qualification Questionnaires or applications for CHAS, SMAS, Safe Contractor, Work safe Contractor and other stage one assessment processes. I provide "competent person" retainer services to small organisations, builders, contractors whilst also for several large Principle Contractors and Clients.
Examples of our services include undertaking Health & Safety Audits; Reviews of Health & Safety Policies; Risk Assessments; Fire Risk Assessments; Competent Advisor Service; Face Fit Testing; COSHH Assessments Accident Investigation; Manual Handling Training; Health & Safety Awareness Training; Asbestos Awareness Training; Abrasive Wheel Training; Risk Assessment Training; Fire Safety Awareness Training
Individual costings will be worked out dependent on location and the amount of work and frequencies required.
Audits
Health and Safety Audits of various site activities; Internal audits of processes and procedures
Construction Work
Site inspections & audits; providing general health and safety assistance when required; assist with reviewing and producing risk assessments; provide nationally recognised and bespoke training on construction sites
General consultancy
TJA Solutions can provide all aspects of health and safety management systems, including Policies and Procedures, Risk Assessments and Method Statements together with onsite audits and inspections. I can assist you with completing your Pre-Qualification Questionnaires or applications for CHAS, SMAS, Safe Contractor, Work safe Contractor and other stage one assessment processes. I provide "competent person" retainer services to small organisations, builders, contractors whilst also for several large Principle Contractors and Clients.
Experiance of providing consulatncy services to both small and large companies throughout the UK and Ire
Inspections
Vastly experianced in carrying out Construction and Utility site inspections against legal compliance and company standards
Investigations
I have been trained by IOSH in accident / loss evidence gathering and can provide accident investigations with recomendations to prevent re-occurence
Legionella surveys
City and Guilds trained in identifying and minimising Legionella Risks in Hot & Cold Water Systems and Cooling Towers
Accredited Training
CITB approved to deliver SMSTS, SSSTS, 1 day H&S Awareness, Achieving Behavioural Change
UKATA approved to deliver Cat B NNLW Asbestos Training
Bespoke Training
Risk Assessment; Abrasive Wheels; Asbestos Awareness; etc
Coaching
Coaching on site employees and sub-contractors
COSHH
I am able to provide Face Fit Testing and have been trained at the HSL laboratories in Buxton. I can assist in providing COSHH Assessments for substances that are being used in the workplace
Fire
Undertake Fire Risk Assessments
Noise Survey / Risk Assessment
Assist with Risk Assessment Reviews
Work History
| Role | From - To | Job Title / Description |
|---|---|---|
| TJA Solutions Ltd. Freelance Health & Safety Consultant / Trainer / Advisor | 09.0015 - today | Providing assistance; guidance to ensure legal compliance with current UK legislation & best practise Undertake site audits & inspections; prepare reports with remedial actions identified; assist with closing out & rectifying issues identified Provide H&S awareness training. Citb SMSTS SSSTS CSkils training; UKATA Non-Licensable Works With Asbestos Including NNLW & Asbestos Awareness training; Abrasive Wheels; Risk Assessment; Workforce Engagement; Vehicle Marshal; Face Fit Testing Assist with contractor PQQs or Safety Schemes in Procurement applications Assist Site Management teams with preparation of both Pre Construction and Construction Phase Health & Safety Plans Ensure Site Management teams are compliant with applicable CDM 2015 regulations including safety in design Carry out re-active monitoring including accident, incident & near miss investigations Help prepare Health & Safety Policies; Risk Assessments; Undertake basic Fire Risk Assessments; Undertake audits of suppliers and contractors |
| PJ Carey’s HSQET Advisor | 03.0015 - 09.0015 | Providing positive assistance to sites on all HSEQT issues Assist in Project set up and pre-planning safe systems of work. Carrying out audits and inspections on site where required and ensure non-conformances are closed out Provide assistance in development of project specific risk registers and assessments Provide project specific training, assist with the development of the training matrix Carry out re-active monitoring including accident, incident & near miss investigations |
| Conergy- UK Construction Health & Safety Manager Solar Industry (Temporary) | 12.0014 - 03.0015 | Supporting the Managing Director and Engineering Manager by managing all H&S related aspects as well as controlling and ensuring the company is fully compliant both on site and in the office. Implement new working practises and policies for both in house employees and external contractors to ensure legal compliance during both the construction phase and during operation and maintenance Liaise with the HSE when necessary Preparation of detailed reports to the Managing Director and other members of the Senior Management team |
| Renewable Energy Systems UK & Ire Construction Health Safety & Environmental Advisor (Design & Construction) | 06.0013 - 12.0014 | Deliver Workforce Engagement /Behavioural Safety sessions Carry out regular site safety inspections Undertake accident and incident investigation, prepare reports as and when required Provide H&S awareness training (Asbestos Awareness; AED training; Risk Assessment; Manual Handling) Assist Site Management teams with preparation of both Pre Construction and Construction Phase Health & Safety Plans Contractor Liaison with regards to all UK&I Construction Health and Safety issues to ensure best practise Assist site teams to prepare Operations & Maintenance handover documents / manuals Review and update the companies HSEQ safety management system |
| Keller Ltd (Piling Industry) Divisional Health, Safety, Environment and Quality Advisor | 11.2011 - 05.2013 | Carry out Site Safety Inspections and Safety Audits as per programme Ensure all relevant health, safety, environment and quality plans are in place Support the business units in second and third party certification assessments Provide support to prevent accidents /damage to plant and equipment, fire, the environment, quality control Lead cross divisional investigations where appropriate and ensure root causes are identified and analysed and to ensure recommendations for future prevention are carried out and effective Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, 14001, 18001.; assist in audits as and when required Carry out external supply chain audits and cross divisional internal audits Provide Behavioural & Workforce Engagement training |
| Morrison Utility Services Safety Health Environment Quality Advisor – Electrical Connection | 03.0010 - 11.2011 | Carry out Site Safety Inspections and Safety Audits as per programme Ensure compliance with Waste Management Plan Implement and monitor Waste Matrix, update when required Provide EUSR, Risk Assessment and other H&S training as and when required Investigating all accidents / incidents and advising on remedial measures Produce and issue safety alerts as required and Safety Team Briefs Advise on method statements and Health and Safety Policies of Contractors Produce Monthly SHEQ reports for senior managers and clients Produce and carry out H&S training programmes as and when required |
| Nomenca (M&E Division of North Mids Ctn) Regional Health Safety and Environmental Advisor | 04.2008 - 03.2010 | Undertake various health and safety duties |
| Anglian Water Services Ltd. Various positions carried out | 04.1988 - 11.2007 | Waste Water Sewerage Network Manager; Legionella Risk Assessor; Health and Safety Co-ordinator; Customer Response Manager; Sewerage Technician; Water Inspector: Water Main / Service Layer |
Membership of Professional Bodies
| Professional Body | Membership | Member since | OSHCR Eligible Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| IOSH | Chartered Member (CMIOSH) | 11.2007 | 04.2013 |
Qualifications
| Accrediting Institute | Type | Qualification | Date passed |
|---|---|---|---|
| City & Guilds | Diploma | NVQ4 in Occupational Health and Safety Practise | 06.2011 |
| NEBOSH | Certificate | National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety | 10.2010 |
| NEBOSH | Certificate | National Certificate in Fire Safety & Risk Management | 01.2014 |
| NEBOSH | Certificate | National General Certificate | 01.1998 |
| IOSH | Other | Accident / Loss investigation and evidence gathering | 05.2012 |
| City & Guilds | Certificate | Level 3 Award in Education and training | 09.2014 |
| CITB | Other | CISRS Basic Scaffold Inspector | 08.2013 |
| CITB | Other | Seats - Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme | 05.0019 |
| CITB | Other | SMSTS - Site Management Safety Training Scheme | 07.2016 |
| Other | Other | IRCA - Internal Auditor | 01.2012 |
| City & Guilds | Certificate | Minimising Risk of Legionella in Cooling Towers & Hot and Cold Water Systems | 04.1997 |
| City & Guilds | Certificate | Medium Risk Confined Spaces | 06.2019 |
| CITB | Certificate | Temporary Work Coordinator | 08.2019 |
Further Information
I am proud to be a Chartered Member of the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (CMISOH)