At Gratte Brothers Group, safety is more than just a priority, it’s a golden thread that runs through every facet of our operations. We are incredibly proud to announce that we have been awarded the RoSPA Gold Award for our health and safety performance throughout 2024.
Presented by The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), this prestigious award represents the highest standard of achievement in health and safety. It acknowledges organisations whose commitment to protecting lives sets them apart. To receive this recognition is an honour, and a powerful reflection of the dedication, diligence and collective effort of everyone at Gratte Brothers.
A Testament to Our People and Values:
Securing the RoSPA Gold Award was no small feat. It demanded rigorous evidence of exemplary health and safety performance, leadership engagement, and a strong safety culture that permeates every level of our business. The evidence submitted clearly demonstrated Gratte Brothers’ commitment to health & safety, from senior leadership right through to the boots on the ground.
To achieve the win, we demonstrated:
- A robust health and safety management system aligned with ISO 45001, supported by proactive leadership.
- Clear board-level engagement, ensuring safety remains central to strategic decision-making.
- Involvement of qualified health & safety and occupational health professionals, alongside access to specialist services.
- Comprehensive training tailored to roles and risks for both employees and contractors.
- Strong workforce engagement through committees, toolbox talks, near-miss reporting, and collaborative risk assessments.
- Meticulous risk management that influences both operational practice and corporate planning.
- Regular monitoring and communication, including audits, inspections, safety surveys and clear internal messaging.
- Low and improving incident rates, with no major injuries attributable to employer negligence.
- A robust approach to incident investigation and absence management, ensuring lessons are learned and shared.
- Ongoing performance reviews and a relentless focus on continuous improvement.
This Gold Award win comes just a year after we achieved RoSPA Silver, underscoring one of our core values: pursuing improvement, always. At Gratte Brothers, we’re committed to refining our processes and raising the bar for quality and safety in everything we do.
Empowering Our People:
At the heart of this achievement is our belief in Empowering Our Employees. We strive to provide a positive, safe working environment where our people not only stay protected but can also grow professionally. We believe that this award perfectly encapsulates our manifesto:
“We believe in quality, not shortcuts. We’re reliable and never unreachable. We’re problem-solvers, not over-promisers. We work with honesty and approachability. It’s our people that set us apart. Because we’re all about delivering quality.”
To us, the RoSPA Gold Award is not just a trophy – it’s an acknowledgement that we are living and breathing our values and fulfilling our commitment to the highest standards of safety and well-being.
About the RoSPA Awards:
For over 69 years, the RoSPA Health and Safety Awards have recognised excellence in workplace safety across the globe. Sponsored by NEBOSH, the Awards are the ultimate symbol of achievement, celebrating organisations for their dedication to protecting lives and driving sector-wide admiration.
To everyone across Gratte Brothers Group – whether working on-site, advising on policies, or championing safety culture – thank you. This award belongs to each and every one of you!
Group HSEQ Director, John Madgwick, commented that:
“Winning the RoSPA Gold Award is a proud moment for Gratte Brothers. As HSEQ Director, I see this achievement as a clear reflection of our unwavering commitment to protecting our people, supporting their wellbeing, and embedding a culture where safety is priority.
The award validates the significant work we’ve undertaken through our Safety First initiative – a company-wide programme that was launched in 2012 and refreshed in 2025. It’s empowered individuals at every level to take ownership of safety, prioritise proactive behaviours, and continuously raise standards. It’s not just about systems and procedures, it’s about mindset, leadership, and fostering a working environment where everyone feels responsible for themselves and for each other.
To receive RoSPA’s Gold Award is to be recognised among the highest-performing organisations in health and safety, and that’s something we are immensely proud of. It sends a strong message to our clients, our partners, and our industry that Gratte Brothers is a business that puts people first, every time.
More than a badge of honour, this award is a motivator a reminder that excellence in health and safety is a continuous journey. We will continue to evolve, adapt, and lead the way, driven by our Safety First values and a shared commitment to keeping everyone safe, every day.”
Find out more about how we safeguard our teams, visit our Health, Safety & Wellbeing page.