Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about PCS services, compliance support, and how we work with organisations across different industries.

FAQs

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PCS provides practical, hands-on health and safety support that works in the real world. We focus on prevention, helping organisations identify risks early, strengthen compliance and give leaders and frontline teams the confidence to make safe, informed decisions. Our clients also benefit from easy-to-use technology that provides real-time dashboards and data insights, giving clear visibility of compliance performance and enabling faster, more informed decision-making. With experience across construction and other high-risk environments, we deliver clear guidance, structured systems and responsive support that businesses can rely on.

Clients can expect tailored guidance, dependable support, and ongoing communication. We aim to build long-term partnerships that focus on reducing risks and ensuring the welfare of all staff.

PCS provides practical health and safety support tailored to the needs of each organisation. Our services include site inspections and audits, risk assessments and RAMS preparation, fire risk assessments, CHAS and SSIP compliance support, CDM advisory services, training, inductions and toolbox talks, and ongoing health and safety management. We work closely with our clients to identify risks early, implement effective control measures and ensure their operations remain compliant, safe and well managed.

PCS provides responsive health and safety support across the UK. Attendance times depend on location and urgency, but we prioritise prompt, proportionate advice when risk or compliance concerns arise.

Yes. Construction is one of our core areas of expertise, and we have extensive experience supporting contractors, subcontractors and developers across a wide range of projects. While construction is a key focus, PCS also supports organisations in other sectors including manufacturing, warehousing, retail, care homes and hospitality, applying the same practical, prevention-focused approach to health and safety management.

PCS provides practical CDM consultant support across the UK under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, working with Clients, Principal Contractors and contractors to manage risk throughout the project lifecycle.

Yes. PCS provides fire risk assessments across the UK for commercial premises, care homes, healthcare settings and occupied buildings, ensuring compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and related guidance.

Yes. PCS provides retained health and safety services across the UK, acting as an outsourced health and safety advisor to help organisations manage compliance, oversee risk and maintain safe operations.

Yes. PCS supports property management and development organisations across the UK with health and safety audits, fire risk assessments, compliance reviews and ongoing safety management across portfolios of managed premises.

Yes. PCS provides health and safety consultancy for healthcare providers and care environments across the UK, including fire risk assessments, compliance reviews and staff safety support in regulated settings.

While UK law does not require businesses to appoint a consultant specifically, employers must ensure competent health and safety management. Many small and medium-sized organisations appoint a consultant to ensure their systems are compliant and defensible.

UK fire safety law requires the “Responsible Person” to carry out a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment and to review it regularly. The legislation does not specify that this must be done annually, but it must be reviewed if there are significant changes to the building, occupancy, or fire safety arrangements.

In practice, many organisations review their fire risk assessment annually to ensure continued compliance, maintain insurer confidence, and demonstrate ongoing risk management.

There is no specific legal requirement in the UK that all shops or commercial buildings must complete an annual health and safety audit. However, under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, employers must ensure that workplace risks are assessed and managed appropriately.

Many organisations choose to carry out annual audits as good practice. Regular audits help demonstrate that health and safety arrangements remain suitable, proportionate and effective — particularly in higher-risk or regulated environments.

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If you’re seeking tailored advice on health and safety in high-risk areas, we’re here to assist. Our experienced team prioritizes prevention and compliance to ensure your projects remain safe and legally sound. Reach out today to discuss your specific needs and how we can support your safety management strategies.