HSEQ

At Highland Fencing & Barrier Contractors Ltd (HFBC), HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environment and Quality) is central to everything we do. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our employees, contractors, clients, and members of the public who may be affected by our activities, while also minimising environmental impact and delivering consistent quality in all works.

Our approach is based on proactive risk management, legal compliance, continual improvement, and a strong culture of responsibility across all sites and operations.

Our Commitment

HFBC is committed to ensuring the health, safety and welfare of all employees and anyone else affected by our work. We adopt standards that comply with relevant legislation and appropriate industry codes of practice, and we continually assess risks and implement procedures that best promote safe working.

We recognise that good HSEQ management is good business – reducing injuries, ill health, environmental harm, loss, and liability – and we work continuously to improve performance across all areas of the company.

Health

HFBC promotes good occupational health and wellbeing by:

Identifying and controlling health risks associated with our activities
Ensuring suitable welfare facilities are provided on site
Supporting employees through appropriate training, supervision, and communication
Encouraging a culture where health concerns can be raised early and addressed appropriately

Safety

We plan and deliver our work using robust safety management processes, including:

Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
Safe Systems of Work
Site supervision and monitoring
Plant and equipment inspection and maintenance
Clear instruction, coordination, and communication

HFBC ensures that adequate resources are available to support safety, including equipment, maintenance, and training.

Environment

HFBC is committed to protecting the environment and reducing the impact of our operations. We achieve this through:

Compliance with relevant environmental legislation and requirements
Responsible waste management, segregation, and disposal
Minimising pollution risks (including fuel/oil handling and spill prevention)
Efficient use of materials and resources where practicable
Promoting environmentally responsible behaviours across all sites

Quality

HFBC is committed to delivering work to a consistently high standard and meeting client requirements. Our quality approach includes:

Clear planning and communication prior to works commencing
Use of suitable materials, equipment, and competent operatives
Ongoing supervision and monitoring of work standards
Prompt resolution of defects or issues identified
Learning from feedback to support continual improvement

Training & Competence

We believe competence is key to safe, compliant and high-quality delivery. We provide appropriate training, instruction and supervision to ensure employees are fully equipped to carry out their work effectively and responsibly.

Consultation & Continuous Improvement

We actively engage with our workforce and provide forums to discuss HSEQ matters, ensuring we work together to maintain a safe and healthy working environment, reduce environmental impact, and uphold quality standards.

Our HSEQ Policies are reviewed annually, or sooner if there are significant changes to operations.