Mr Paul Norton
BA (Hons), CMIOSH, MIIRSM
Overview
Gallagher Bassett helps clients mitigate risk exposures and liability, whilst reducing total cost of risk through proactive programmes and strategies. Building on our extensive experience in claims and risk management, Gallagher Bassett provides a comprehensive portfolio of Consultancy Solutions to businesses across all insurance sectors including Captives, Carriers, Corporates, MGA/MGUs and Lloyd's of London.
I have been a risk management consultant with Gallagher Bassett since March 2025. Prior to this I was a health and safety consultant with NFU Mutual and before this I was an Inspector of Health and Safety with the HSE. I also have experience as a first aid / health and safety trainer.
My roles have been diverse, challenging and interesting and I bring with me a sound understanding of the legal health and safety requirements as well as practical solutions.
I strongly believe that successful risk management in the workplace is attained when the whole team, at every level, is working towards a shared goal of achieving safe working practices. My experience has developed my strong philosophy that a systematic and practical approach, based on sound knowledge and understanding combined with effective training and support are vital tools to success.
Specialisms
Industry | Years Experience |
---|---|
Agriculture | 16 |
Catering and hospitality | 16 |
Cement | 16 |
Ceramics | 16 |
Construction | 16 |
Education | 16 |
Engineering | 16 |
Entertainment and leisure | 16 |
Food and drink manufacture | 16 |
Glass and glazing | 16 |
Manufacturing | 16 |
Motor vehicle repair | 16 |
Recycling | 16 |
Stonemasonry | 16 |
Waste management | 16 |
Woodworking and furniture | 16 |
Topic | Years Experience |
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Hazardous Substances (COSHH) | 16 |
Equipment at work | 16 |
Falls from height | 16 |
Fire and explosion | 16 |
First aid at work | 16 |
Involving workers | 16 |
Managing for health and safety | 16 |
Metalworking fluids | 16 |
Risk management | 16 |
Risk education | 16 |
Slips and trips | 16 |
Transport (workplace) | 16 |
Welding | 16 |
Noise | 16 |
Vibration | 16 |
Workplace health advice | 16 |
Services
Fees
Gallagher Bassett work directly with our insured clients providing support via insurance underwritten support days and direct payment. For more information please contact us via our Brokers or via our regional offices.
Audits
Undertaking business health and safety audits of health and safety processes.
Producing reports which identify gaps within the management of health and safety within the business. This is supplemented with an action plan to assist with helping to fill the gaps.
General consultancy
Customer support including production of reports, onsite observations, training and supporting clients to meet legal compliance with health and safety legislation. We work with NFU Mutual insured customers as well as those who are not insured with us.
Production of risk assessments and CoSHH assessments, health and safety policy writing, training, manual handling reports and more besides. Our outputs vary to the customers' needs.
Work History
Role | From - To | Job Title / Description |
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Health and Safety Consultant | 04.2013 - 03.2025 | My current role at NFU Mutual was varied and gave me the opportunity to work across a wide range of industries. |
HM Inspector of Health and Safety | 10.2010 - 04.2013 | I worked within the Field Operations Directorate and so covered a range of industries including waste and recycling, food processing, engineering, woodworking. My roles included management auditing, inspecting workplaces, carrying out accident investigations and following up on complaints. The role was varied and very rewarding and it is fair to say that I learnt alot while working for the HSE. |
Risk Management Consultant | 03.2025 - today | My current role with Gallagher Bassett is varied across both the higher education and local government sectors. A wide variety of risks are covered across these sectors from research and development, workplace transport and people management. In addition to working directly with clients, I also deliver a range of online and face-to-face training to clients including toolbox talks and IOSH approved courses. I am a Chartered member of IOSH and a full member of the IIRSM. |
Membership of Professional Bodies
Professional Body | Membership | Member since | OSHCR Eligible Since |
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IOSH | Chartered Member (CMIOSH) | 07.2009 | 08.2015 |
Qualifications
Accrediting Institute | Type | Qualification | Date passed |
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NEBOSH | Diploma | NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety | 09.2013 |
Other | Degree or Above | BA (Hons) in Education and Music | 06.1997 |
NEBOSH | Certificate | NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety | 08.2007 |
NEBOSH | Certificate | NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety | 05.2013 |
NEBOSH | Certificate | NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management | 02.2014 |