Customised Safety Solutions help businesses to manage their health and safety risks.

We provide access to the ‘competent persons’ advice required by current health and safety law, and will work with you to reach solutions that are sensible and proportionate to your needs and budget.

We have years of experience working in health and safety management with local authorities, housing, education, refurbishment, science and research sectors operating with a natural passion and interest in helping reduce their risk.

Meet John Kempster

Customised Safety Solutions is owned by its founder, John Kempster.

John has over 14 years’ experience of working in the health and safety industry, and has a natural passion and enthusiasm for what he does. He builds long-term relationships with clients, providing an ongoing service as a trusted adviser.

John’s education, qualifications and certificates include:

  • BSc (Hons) Chemistry & Material Science (Metropolitan University of Manchester)
  • PhD Fundamental Properties of Bitumen/Polymer Systems for Roads (Salford University)
  • NEBOSH General Certificate
  • Postgraduate Diploma Occupational Health & Safety Management (Loughborough University)
  • Chartered Member of Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (member no 051206)
  • Occupational Safety Health Consultant Registered (OSCHR)
  • Member of Royal Society of Chemistry (member no 302691)
  • Registered Outdoor Operational Play Equipment Inspector, RPII (member no OP4126)
  • HABC Level 3 Award in Legionella Control for Responsible Persons

‘CSS have assisted the school to review and manage our health & safety management systems so that they are robust, common sense and fit for purpose and our needs. CSS's advice is clear, timely and they have proved to be responsive and thorough. John is working with us to develop our skills and confidence with regard to health & safety.’

Anita, Arlene & Matt – Safeguarding, Voluntary Aided Primary School

‘CSS have been providing health and safety guidance to the Harington Scheme for some years but most recently as a “competent person”. The guidance, advice and support provided has been invaluable and assisted us achieve “Safe Contractor” accreditation.’

Joanna – Manager, Harington Scheme

‘I have a reasonable knowledge of health & safety, but I don’t know what I don’t know. As a time-pressed school bursar, finding out for myself can be difficult, and the school needs a partner who has this knowledge and can make sure we don’t miss things. John acts as a critical friend for the school to bounce ideas off. We meet regularly — giving me a forum to raise concerns as well as being able to contact him by phone or email whenever needed.’

Sara – Bursar, Academy School

‘Recently we have tendered and commissioned for larger contracts as principal contractor. This demands a higher level of health & safety management and documentation. We work closely with CSS who provide “competent person” health and safety guidance and advice, and relevant user-friendly documentation. John makes health and safety practical and common sense. ’

Jeff & Phil – Sustain Building Maintenance Solutions (SBMS)

‘The school commissions an annual consultancy package from John and he has become an integral part of the school’s commitment to providing a safer working environment. He always tailors his sessions around school needs, helping us to develop policy, auditing practice and coaching key staff.’

Craig, Headteacher – Community Primary School

‘CSS has helped the school with managing our contractors providing a briefing on their selection, appointment and monitoring. We now know what to ask for, look for and what to expect.’

Arlene, Bursar – Voluntary Aided Primary School

Contact

07763 981 834