Gary Shackleton
Health and Safety Consultant @Britannia Safety Solutions
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WORK HISTORY
Health and Safety Consultant @Britannia Safety Solutions
I’m a UK-based Health & Safety Consultant with a strong engineering background, specialising in food manufacturing environments where machinery, people, and production pressures collide.Working with Britannia Safety Solutions, I support sites through machinery safety, engineering risk management, and verification and monitoring programmes (VAMP)—focusing on whether controls genuinely work in practice, not just whether they exist on paper.Machinery safety is a core specialism of mine, including:Machinery risk assessments (new, modified, and legacy equipment)Guarding, isolation, interlocks, and safe systems of workEngineering standards, contractor control, and maintenance riskMy engineering experience allows me to challenge assumptions, identify weak controls early, and engage credibly with engineers and operations teams.I carry out deep-dive reviews, VAMPs, and ISO 45001 audits, assessing statutory compliance across key risk areas such as machinery, COSHH, fire, gas safety, confined spaces, asbestos, and working at height.I\'m known for clear executive summaries that prioritise actions based on risk, not tick-box compliance.I design and deliver practical, outcome-based training for engineers, supervisors, and managers—often combining classroom input with on-site application. The focus is on hazard identification, risk ownership, and controls that stand up under real operating conditions.Calm, proportionate, and evidence-led. I provide constructive challenge, practical solutions, and support that improves safety performance without losing operational credibility.
EDUCATION
JBC Computer Training Ltd
Microsoft Certification, MCTS, MCITP
Defence College of Aeronautical Engineering
NVQ Level 3 / Advanced Modern Apprenticeship, Aeronautical Engineering
EEF Training
NEBOSH National Certificate , Occupational Health and Safety
SKILLS
ABOUT GARY SHACKLETON
Dedicated and results-oriented Health and Safety Consultant at Britannia Safety Solutions, specializing in providing comprehensive safety solutions to leading players in the food manufacturing industry nationwide. With a strong foundation in policy implementation, standards enforcement, and health and safety auditing, I excel in driving impactful safety initiatives and fostering a culture of proactive risk management.Key Skills and Expertise:Policy Implementation & Standards EnforcementHealth & Safety AuditingSafety Campaign LeadershipIncident Investigation & ManagementCompliance AssuranceCoaching & TrainingVAMP (Verification and Monitoring Program) ReviewsSite Audits & Deep Dive Safety ReviewsWith a dynamic blend of industry knowledge, analytical prowess, and a commitment to excellence, I leverage my expertise to ensure the highest standards of safety across all operations. Collaborating closely with clients, I deliver tailored training programs and conduct rigorous audits to identify areas for improvement and drive sustainable safety enhancements.
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