Protecting our environment and safeguarding the health, safety and wellbeing of our people is at the heart of our operations.
We are wholly committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming and safe working environments at our HQ, our manufacturing facility and remotely at all our active sites.
We go to great lengths to ensure all our team, colleagues and supply chain partners operate in safe spaces, minimising any risk to their health and wellbeing, whilst always striving to protect our environment.
Our Health, Safety and Welfare Policy is reviewed regularly, and we have an outstanding RIDDOR record which spans our 25 years in business.
In an industry where risks are inherent, our RIDDOR record stands as a benchmark for safety excellence. It highlights our role as a leader in setting new standards for health, safety, and well-being in construction.
How We Have Achieved 25 Years of Excellence….
Safety-First Culture
At Metek, safety is more than a checklist—it’s a mindset. Our teams operate with a shared responsibility to maintain the highest safety standards at every stage of our projects. This culture is reinforced through continuous training, clear communication, and leadership by example.
Comprehensive Training Programs
From senior management to on-site operatives, every Metek employee undergoes rigorous training tailored to their role. This includes:
Health and Safety Certifications: Ensuring every team member is equipped with the knowledge to identify and manage risks.
Specialized Training: Focusing on safe practices for steel fabrication, prefabrication, and installation.
Advanced Planning and Technology
We leverage cutting-edge tools and processes to minimize on-site risks:
Prefabrication in Controlled Environments: Reducing hazardous activities by fabricating components off-site in controlled conditions.
Digital Planning: Using Building Information Modelling (BIM) to identify and resolve potential safety issues before construction begins.
Rigorous Safety Audits
Regular internal and external safety audits ensure our processes meet and exceed industry regulations. Any potential risks are immediately addressed, reinforcing our zero-tolerance approach to unsafe practices.
Enhanced Accountability: Monthly BSG audits ensure Metek consistently adheres to the highest safety and quality standards, fostering trust with clients.
Continuous Improvement: Regular assessments help identify areas for refinement, keeping Metek at the forefront of safety innovation and operational excellence.
Engaging Every Worker
We empower every worker on our sites to take ownership of safety. Through toolbox talks, open feedback channels, and clear reporting procedures, we ensure everyone has a voice in maintaining a safe working environment.
Our exemplary RIDDOR record isn’t just about compliance; it’s about protecting lives and building trust. For our clients, partners, and employees, this achievement underscores:
Our Reliability
A proven track record of delivering projects safely and efficiently.
Our Accountability
Consistently meeting and exceeding safety standards.
Our Care for People
Putting the well-being of our workforce and stakeholders at the heart of every decision and leading by Example in the Industry.
While we celebrate this milestone, we remain vigilant and focused on the future. Our goal is to continue achieving zero RIDDOR incidents by innovating, training, and collaborating to make construction safer for everyone.
Alongside our commitment to minimising any work-related illness, we have also developed a robust approach well-being and team engagement. From regular management discussions, to wellbeing workshops and a packed calendar of health focussed social activities, our inclusive and pro-active approach is designed to ensure that every member of our team feels valued and cared for.
Our initiatives include:
- Team walks and ‘mile-a-month’ initiative
- Our annual summer social & BBQ
- Our much-loved book club
- Team lunches across all sites
