Celebrating Our SMAS Worksafe Accreditation
Enhancing Safety and Quality in Home Care
Published: 10/07/2024
We are excited to share that Right at Home Tyneside has earned the esteemed SMAS Worksafe accreditation, short for Safety Management Advisory Services. This important recognition highlights our dedication to upholding the highest health and safety standards.
What is SMAS Worksafe?
SMAS Worksafe is a leading health and safety accreditation that demonstrates an organisation's dedication to ensuring a safe working environment. This certification is part of the SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement) framework, which is recognised across various industries in the UK. Achieving this accreditation involves a rigorous assessment of our health and safety management systems, ensuring they meet the stringent criteria set by the SMAS.
Why it's important
For an in-home care provider like us, maintaining a safe and secure environment is paramount. Here’s how the SMAS Worksafe accreditation benefits our team and clients:
- Enhanced Safety Protocols
- With the SMAS accreditation, our safety protocols are verified and validated by industry experts. This ensures that all our practices, from staff training to daily operations, adhere to the highest safety standards.
- Comprehensive Risk Management
- We have robust systems in place to identify, assess, and mitigate risks. This proactive approach helps us prevent accidents and ensures a safe environment for both our clients and caregivers.
- Improved Staff Confidence
- Knowing that they are working for an SMAS accredited company boosts our staff’s confidence. They can perform their duties with the assurance that their health and safety are a top priority, leading to better job satisfaction and performance.
- Client Trust and Assurance
- Our clients and their families can rest assured that we are dedicated to providing a safe and secure home care service. The SMAS Worksafe accreditation serves as a testament to our commitment to their well-being.
- Continuous Improvement
- The SMAS accreditation is not a one-time achievement but a commitment to ongoing improvement. We will continue to refine our safety practices and stay updated with the latest industry standards and regulations.
Our Commitment to Excellence
Achieving the SMAS Worksafe accreditation is a milestone in our journey towards excellence in home care services. It reflects our dedication to providing a safe, reliable, and high-quality service to our clients. We are proud of our team’s hard work and commitment, which has made this achievement possible.
As we move forward, we will continue to prioritise safety and quality, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible care in the comfort of their own homes.
We are excited about this achievement and look forward to maintaining the high standards that the SMAS Worksafe accreditation represents. Thank you for your continued trust and support.