Health, Safety & Organisational Governance Compliance, control and your peace of mind – Our standards, our policies, our values

We believe that long-term success is built through collaboration, not confrontation. That means working in partnership with our clients, subcontractors, and suppliers in a fair, open, and ethical way.

Our Health, Safety and Sustainability strategy is owned by the Board of Directors and delivered across all operational levels through strong governance and clear leadership. Communication plays a vital role in this, ensuring everyone understands our expectations and feels confident in playing their part.

All employees and subcontractors complete a formal Health & Safety induction, designed not only to share procedures, but to build a culture of care and mutual respect between management and the workforce. We also actively promote near-miss reporting and safety observations, encouraging everyone to remain alert to risks and take action before incidents occur.

Our policies and management systems are continually reviewed to meet client expectations and evolving regulatory requirements, and are formally approved by the CEO. Our integrated Management System is certified to internationally recognised standards:

• ISO 9001 (Quality)

• ISO 14001 (Environmental)

• ISO 45001 (Health & Safety)
  with accreditation through UKAS.

We undertake regular internal and external audits, as well as client audits, to ensure compliance, identify opportunities for improvement, and maintain consistent standards across the business. Findings and actions are reviewed at management and Board level.

Risk management is embedded into everyday operations, with risks identified, assessed, and recorded in departmental and corporate risk registers. Controls are monitored, reviewed, and strengthened where required to protect both our people and our business continuity.

Our people are central to our success — it’s why we proudly call ourselves The Piling People. We are committed to developing skills at every level of the business and ensuring our teams are fully trained, competent, and confident in their roles.

A key part of this commitment is our in-house Training Centre, which is CPCS and NPORS accredited, allowing us to deliver high-quality plant and safety training tailored to our operational needs. This enables us to maintain consistent standards while responding quickly to changing site requirements.

We also invest in formal development programmes, helping to nurture the next generation of piling and construction professionals. Across the business, employees are encouraged to develop their skills through structured training, mentoring, and ongoing professional development.

Safety is not just a policy at Ivor King — it is a shared responsibility and a core part of our culture. We fully embrace ‘zero harm’ principles and expectations: working to eliminate accidents, complacency, and injuries.

Our companywide Stop Think Act initiative sits at the heart of this approach. It encourages everyone to pause, assess risks, and take responsibility for safe decision-making before starting any task. Through Stop Think Act, we promote:

• Early identification of hazards and fatal risks

• Active reporting of safety observations and near misses

• Continuous improvement in working practices

• Personal responsibility for keeping ourselves and others safe

We also work closely with clients and industry partners, aligning with site-specific safety initiatives and behavioural safety programmes, ensuring safety remains a priority across every project we deliver.

We are committed to reducing the environmental impact of our operations and promoting sustainable practices across all areas of the business. Since 2023, Ivor King has been a certified Carbon Neutral Business through Carbon Neutral Britain, reflecting our commitment to responsible environmental management.

We actively pursue sustainable energy use wherever possible, including:

• A large and growing fleet of electric company vehicles

• On-site EV charging facilities

• Significant investment in solar panel installations across our premises

Our Environmental Management System is certified to ISO 14001 and focuses on identifying environmental risks, preventing pollution, reducing waste, and encouraging responsible material use on our projects. Environmental risks are reviewed annually and assessed at site level through project-specific environmental risk assessments and controls.

By engaging employees, subcontractors, and suppliers in environmental awareness and improvement initiatives, we continue to strengthen our environmental performance and contribute to a more sustainable construction industry.

All business activities are carried out in full compliance with UK, EU, and applicable international legislation. We maintain constructive relationships with regulatory bodies, including the Health & Safety Executive and the Environment Agency, engaging proactively where required to ensure best practice and continuous compliance.

We also ensure compliance with key industry regulations such as LOLER and PUWER through independent plant inspections, supported by our insurance partners and internal maintenance teams. Certification and defect reporting processes are used to maintain safe, compliant equipment across all sites.

Through our RISQS accreditation, we meet strict rail industry safety, quality, and occupational health requirements, including medical assessments and drug and alcohol testing where appropriate. This also allows us to benefit from shared industry learning, safety alerts, and continual improvement initiatives.