The Health and Safety of our workforce and the workforce of our clients is of paramount importance to us at M O’Brien Plant Hire. We always work closely with our clients to ensure we meet their needs and to develop new innovations
to improve the safety of our machines and our operators.
Zero harm is our number one target and we are a firm believer that this is achievable through constant monitoring and improvement of our equipment. We monitor the behaviour and skills of our operatives to ensure every aspect of our company is improving consistently.
A number of features have been developed over the years to improve the safety of our machines in order to reduce and prevent accidents.
The following features are as standard on all of our plant:
The following features are available on request:
Only by setting the highest standards for ourselves will we be able to retain the trust of our customers and the people using our infrastructure. We Have committed to a strong Health and safety policy that will allow us to reach our target of Zero accidents.
Together we will share our capacity for innovation, creativity and application, to achieve this collective goal. We will only achieve it when each business adopts Zero Harm solutions that work most effectively for them and their people.
Click on the headlines below to learn more about each segment of our Zero Harm commitments.
Our business will identify fatal risks and establish Zero Harm design, management and behavioural protocols to eliminate them.
Our business will identify and plan out hazards in all activities they undertake, adopting best practice and investing into new technologies and processes.
Our business will establish and maintain management, monitoring, review, audit and assurance systems to support our goal of Zero Harm.
Our business will manage and maintain Zero Harm levels of separation, security, monitoring and stewardship to safeguard members of the public from exposure to our hazards.
Our business will conduct health checks and health risk assessments to ensure there is no long-term harm to health from working in our business.
We will provide mental health support for our employees who need it.
Our business will enlist the support and co-operation of customers to achieve Zero Harm.
We are lucky to work with likeminded customers that collaborate with us for the collective improvement of the construction industry.
Our business and the people within them will make safety personal. Helping all operatives to understand the decisions they make each day and how they influence their safety and the safety of others.
Achilles Building Confidence are a partner of choice for supply chain risk and performance management in Natural Resources, Industrials and Infrastructure sectors. Achilles run supplier pre-qualification programmes, validate data, carry out industry audits and mitigate risks.
They also offer innovative products, services and training in supply chain management. Buyers and Suppliers form lasting business partnerships in industry communities unique to Achilles.
The Railway Industry Supplier Qualification Scheme (RISQS) is the supplier pre-qualification service used by buyers of all products and services throughout the GB rail industry.
With gaining this accreditation, M O’Brien can supply a vast range of compliant Civils Plant to the Rail Industry on both an Operated and Self Drive basis.
CPA is the UK’s principal point of contact for all issues relating to use of construction plant.
CPA works with government departments and agencies, local authorities, construction clients, private companies, other trade associations, and third-sector organisations.
CPA places a great importance on employee health and safety, and meets regularly with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) on both policy and implementation matters. HSE specialists are an integral part of the work of all CPA’s Special Interest Groups.
CPA works closely with CITB, the Construction Industry Training Board, and other awarding bodies in construction. CPA has been instrumental in the development of National Occupational Standards, training schemes and competence testing through the Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS).
The CPA Model Conditions for plant hire agreements are fair to both hire company and customer: they clarify each party’s responsibilities, and are well respected within the industry.
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) is a not-for-profit trade association dedicated to the interests of the road haulage industry. It is the only trade association in the United Kingdom dedicated solely to road haulage. As a trade association, the RHA is responsible for campaigning, advice, training, information and business services for its members within the UK haulage industry, including audits, risk assessments and contracts of employment.
The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) is a voluntary accreditation scheme that promotes best practice for commercial vehicle operators. With over 4,700 members, FORS is gaining recognition as the transport industry’s go-to accreditation scheme. FORS encompasses all aspects of safety, efficiency, and environmental protection by encouraging and training fleet operators to measure, monitor and improve performance. FORS provides accreditation pathways for operators of any type, and for those organisations that award contracts and specify transport requirements.
ISO 9001 is the international standard that specifies requirements for a quality management system (QMS). Organizations use the standard to demonstrate the ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and regulatory requirements. With annual audits, we aim to continuously improve and adapt our management system surpass our customer’s expectations.
ISO 14001 sets out the criteria for an environmental management system and can be certified to. It maps out a framework that a company or organization can follow to set up an effective environmental management system.
Structured in a similar way to other ISO management systems, the approach will be familiar to users of standards such as ISO 14001 or ISO 9001. ISO 45001 builds on the success of earlier international standards in this area such as OHSAS 18001, the International Labour Organization’s ILO-OSH Guidelines, various national standards and the ILO’s international labour standards and conventions.
CLOCS (Construction Logistics and Community Safety) is a national Standard that requires all stakeholders in construction to take responsibility for health & safety beyond the hoardings. It demands collaborative action to prevent fatal or serious collisions between vehicles servicing construction projects and vulnerable road users: pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists.
Constructionline work alongside a huge range of suppliers and buyers, giving members like us access to a validated pool of high quality suppliers. Not only does this ensure that we work alongside approved and accredited partners, it also supports local economies.
The M O’Brien Group is a partner member of the supply chain sustainability school, an industry wide collaboration led by partners seeking continuous improvement to enable a sustainable built environment. M O’Brien is a member of the plant group and an active signatory of the Plant charter, committing M O’Brien to the highest standards of sustainable business operations. Our involvement with the school allows us to share and exchange ideas and best practice with other industry leaders and ensures that we are up to date with the latest innovations available when it comes to safety and sustainability.
Mates in Mind is a leading UK charity raising awareness and addressing the stigma of poor mental health. We promote and lead on the development of positive mental wellbeing within the workplace. Mates in Mind works across industries, focusing on construction, as well as related sectors including transport, logistics, manufacturing, and others.
Mates in Mind aims to provide clear information to employers about the available support and guidance on mental health and wellbeing, and how they can address this within their organisations.
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