SAFETYUNIT SERVICES
HSE COMPETENT PERSON SERVICES
The formal appointment your business needs, provided by a qualified specialist
Reg. 7
requires every employer to appoint a competent person.
This is not optional. It is a legal requirement under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999.
What this service provides
SafetyUnit formally provides the Competent Person appointment required under Regulation 7. You get direct access to a qualified safety professional who understands your sector, your risks, and your obligations, giving you genuine legal compliance and a real point of expertise.
The risks of not having this in place
No competent person means regulatory exposure
Without a formally appointed competent person, you are in breach of Reg. 7. HSE inspectors ask for this appointment as a basic compliance check.
Self-appointment without qualifications
Appointing a staff member without genuine safety competence satisfies the letter of the law but leaves real gaps that come to light when something goes wrong.
Incidents without professional guidance
When a serious incident occurs, the absence of a competent adviser is one of the first things investigators look for.
Insurance and contract implications
Many insurers and clients in higher-risk sectors require evidence of a competent person appointment. Without it, you may be uninsurable or ineligible to tender.
What we deliver
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Formal Reg. 7 appointment. A documented, auditable appointment that satisfies the legal requirement fully.2
Direct access to expertise. Your named SafetyUnit consultant is available by phone and email for safety questions as they arise.3
Policy and documentation support. We review and advise on your safety policies, risk assessments and procedures.4
Regulatory awareness. We keep you informed of changes to legislation and guidance that affect your business.5
Peace of mind. You can demonstrate to any inspector, insurer or client that your safety management is in competent hands.
Did you know?
HSE inspectors routinely ask businesses who their competent person is during inspections. Not having a clear answer is one of the fastest routes to an improvement notice.