Over to Debbie …
I began my Bristow & Sutor career in October 2000 and have held a few different roles within the company since then. It was not long before I realised that Health & Safety was something that interested me and I eventually became the company Health & Safety/Quality Officer. My role in the business today is to oversee the Health & Safety Policy and Procedures and look after our ISO Standards.
Health & Safety has always, thankfully, been pretty low risk at Bristow & Sutor, until the coronavirus happened. But, out of negativity comes opportunity, so I have used this time as a chance to use the knowledge I have gained over the past several years and put successful methods to good practical effect.
The challenges of lockdown
At the very start of lockdown, when we all started working from home, I began work with the Return to Work Team to develop our Safe Working Procedures and Risk Assessments. Our main focus was to keep everyone safe and this remains our top priority. I have recently arranged training for our First Aiders which focuses on the coronavirus. Designed to work in conjunction with existing first aid training, attendees are taught about preventing the spread of COVID-19 whilst administering lifesaving techniques. I felt it was important for our First Aiders to have this experience as it will give them confidence and hopefully alleviate any concerns that they may have about the pandemic. Also, staff will be reassured knowing that our First Aiders have been trained to a high standard.
I am proud of what we have achieved I could not have done it without the help of my colleagues and support of the wider business. Everyone has a part to play in Health & Safety. My personal aspiration has been to create a positive Health & Safety culture and I believe that we, as a company, have achieved that. I was recently in the office for a meeting (socially distanced of course) and someone stopped me at the drinks machine to say thank you for making work so safe. This kind of feedback makes me incredibly proud.
Way of life changes and impact
I am extremely proud to have a dedicated and confident team of First Aiders and Mental Health First Aiders. Life in the office is different now and with this