Practical Health & Safety Support for Construction Sites in the North West

Straightforward, hands-on help with risk assessments, site safety, competence, and on-site improvement.

John Furzer - Health & Safety Consultant

I'm John Furzer, an independent Health & Safety consultant based in the North West. I specialise in helping construction teams work safely, stay compliant, and improve their on-site performance through practical, real-world support.

How I Can Help

1. Risk Assessment & Mitigation

Practical, site-specific risk assessments and clear action plans.

2. Competency Checks

Checking worker and contractor competence, training needs, and role suitability.

3. Construction Phase Plans

Including traffic management, fire planning, emergency planning, and waste management.

4. Site Inspections & Reporting

Regular or one-off site visits with simple, photographic reports and improvement steps.

5. Site Manager Development

1:1 mentoring and support to help site managers become more confident and effective in safety leadership.

Why People Work With Me

Practical, Straightforward Advice

I focus on what actually works on-site — not box-ticking.

Local and Responsive

I work with contractors across the North West and can visit your site quickly.

Real Construction Experience

I understand how sites operate and tailor safety to the way you work.

A Personal Service

You deal directly with me, every time — no juniors, no call centres.

"We brought John in for a fresh pair of eyes, and he delivered far more than expected. He spots things others miss and explains everything in a way the whole team understands. His support has made our site safer and our managers more confident."

- Project Manager, Cheshire

How I Work

1

You tell me what you need

A quick conversation about your site, challenges, or requirements.

2

I visit the site or review your paperwork

Hands-on assessment of what's needed and what's working.

3

You receive clear actions and ongoing support if required

Simple reports, practical recommendations, and follow-up as needed.

Let's Talk About Your Site Needs

Areas Covered: Manchester • Liverpool • Preston • Lancashire • Cheshire