West Cumberland Hospital partnered with PSA to provide Authorising Engineer services for a number of disciplines to provide Safe Systems at Work as required under the Health and Safety Act and the management of health and safety regulations. Our team’s NHS background and existing relationship with the hospital positioned us perfectly to understand the unique requirements. The partnership has involved regular audits, safety group participation and ongoing consultancy, ensuring the hospital maintains robust safety standards. Our broader mechanical and electrical engineering expertise provides additional value, offering comprehensive support whenever needed.
CLIENT: West Cumberland Hospital
LOCATION: Whitehaven, Cumbria
SERVICES: Authorising Engineer
SECTOR: Healthcare
CLIENT OBJECTIVES
West Cumberland Hospital required a trusted partner for its Authorising Engineer role to oversee a number of requirements for Safe Systems of Work, acting as Authorising Engineer. The primary aim was to work with a team who understood the complexities of hospital environments and could maintain high safety standards.
Our existing relationship with the hospital proved valuable, the Trust sought a partner who could provide both technical expertise and practical guidance, drawing from real-world healthcare experience.
OUR SOLUTION
Drawing from our NHS engineering background, we developed a comprehensive approach to developing and advising on the hospital’s standard operating procedures for the following disciplines:
- High Voltage and Low Voltage Electrical Systems
- Working from Heights
- Confined Spaces
- Asbestos
Our role encompasses assessing the Trust’s Authorising Person and conducting thorough audits of Safe Systems of Work and Permit to Work Systems.
We maintain meticulous documentation reviews and provide clear guidance on necessary improvements. The team delivers annual audits and remain readily available for consultation, offering practical advice on standard operating procedures and responding promptly to technical queries.
Our duties include:
- Safety compliance assessment programme
- Plant room and switch room audit system
- Documentation management
- Annual audits
- Standard operating procedures development
- Technical consultancy service
- Electricity safety group participation
THE OUTCOME
Our partnership with the Trust continues to strengthen, built on reliable service delivery and practical NHS experience. The team’s combined mechanical and electrical engineering expertise provides comprehensive support beyond standard authorising engineer duties. This integrated approach ensures the Trust receives knowledgeable guidance across its building services requirements, fostering a collaborative relationship that serves its ongoing needs.