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Dron & Dickson demonstrate dedication to QHSE

Dron & Dickson, specialist in design, supply and maintenance of hazardous area electrical equipment has demonstrated exceptional commitment to Quality, Health & Safety and Environmental Management Systems by gaining a suite of prestigious industry standards.

Following an investment of £500,000 in competency assurance, training and new equipment over a two year period the company is now ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 and IRATA registered. This level of accreditation guarantees that all QHSE management systems undergo an intensive audit every six months.

OHSAS 18001, the internationally-recognised assessment, is awarded to companies who take stringent steps to protect their workforce and actively promote health & safety in the workplace while the ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards testify to the company’s strong quality and environmental management performance.

Dron & Dickson was also one of the first companies to be part of the FPAL (First Point Assessment) Verify Scheme.

Dron & Dickson is dedicated to minimising the environmental impact of its operations which are frequently reviewed to make sure they meet all relevant UK, European and International legislation that apply to activities both on and offshore. The company also maintains a high level of awareness raising activity amongst employees and integrates environmental management into its training programmes.

As licensed waste carriers, Dron & Dickson meet waste management standards laid down by The Environment Agency and The Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA). The company actively works with its supply chain to ensure that its environmental policy is implemented during design, manufacture, installation and disposal to minimise its ecological footprint from start to finish.

Colin Maver, director at Dron & Dickson, said: “It is extremely important to us that we uphold the highest QHSE standards. Being accredited to this level shows we are among the best in industry and underpins our reputation for providing high-quality products, advice and services that help our customers reduce risk and comply with the latest legislation.

“Perhaps more importantly it means our staff know that all our operations meet not only the minimum legal standards for QHSE but also the stringent standards set out by Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance (LRQA). We set ourselves challenging business, environmental and health & safety objectives and are constantly striving to make improvements.”

Dron & Dickson hold the IRATA accreditation for providing the highest level of rope access experts. The accreditation is recognised the world over as the leading competency body for companies involved in rope access services.

IRATA approval means all competencies and training for projects can be done in-house giving the company much tighter control on quality and also assures clients of the highest safety standards.

Mr Maver said: “Rope access is a safe, cost effective method of working in areas that are normally inaccessible and where scaffolding would normally be used.

“Gaining IRATA membership gives us complete ownership over the competency regime needed to be able to work at the highest level and lets our clients know how seriously we approach training and health and safety issues.”

Dron & Dickson employs more than 190 people off and onshore. It has a network of wholesale bases in the UK in Aberdeen, Hull, Lowestoft and Stirling to ensure it can provide a rapid response to client need.

As well as targeting growth in the Oil & Gas sector, Dron & Dickson operates in the renewables and decommissioning markets. It also works in additional sectors of industry ranging from pharmaceuticals to distilleries.

Services provided include design, specify, supply, install, test, commission, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment in hazardous areas both on and offshore; Steel framing and cable management system upgrades, compilation and implementation of hazardous area strategies, and general electrical support to operators and contractors.

The company offers a range of life-cycle solutions and holds numerous supply agreements providing competitive contract prices, matched inventory, spend analysis, KPI reporting and technical support. Through an extensive supply chain, Dron & Dickson can source a diverse range of products.

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