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Regulations can set the baseline for workplace safety, but resilience comes from investing in people and practices that put safety at the core of operations. In industries like oil and gas, petrochemical, and rail, tomorrow’s leaders will be those who move beyond compliance checkboxes and build safety as a culture. For more than 40 years, Paul Foster and Diligent Safety Training & Consultancy Ltd (DSTC) have been shaping that mindset, delivering tailored training and consultancy that redefine what occupational safety and health can achieve. Under Paul’s leadership, DSTC has grown into a household name in safety training, delivering programs that are as relevant as they are effective. Grounded in practical expertise and a deep understanding of industry challenges, its approach blends real-world examples, interactive tools, and cutting-edge content to help businesses build lasting safety cultures. “Our training transforms mandatory standards into living practices, equipping teams with the insight and skills to create environments where safety endures and evolves,” says Paul, managing director. This vision comes to life through a diverse portfolio of training. Occupational safety programs—from safety leadership and fire safety to manual handling and asbestos awareness—support compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and serve all levels of management. For health and social care professionals, DSTC offers more than 30 CPD-approved courses, including mental health first aid, dementia awareness, infection control, and person-centred care. The company also goes beyond safety to deliver business skills training in project management, sales, and compliance, helping organisations strengthen competence and drive growth. To prepare workforces for the future, DSTC integrates emerging technologies into its curriculum, offering training in machine learning, task automation, and ethical AI use. Clients across industries trust DSTC not just for the breadth of its courses but for their precision and adaptability. Whether it is an IOSH-accredited safety program, a CPD-approved healthcare course, or a custom curriculum for petrochemical operations, every offering is designed to meet specific needs while staying aligned with evolving standards such as ISO 45001, NEBOSH, and rail infrastructure guidelines.
Benefits Administration Services
Inspire, the UK’s leading travel gift card solution provider, is revolutionising employee rewards and support. By bringing together travel benefits with financial well-being, they’re creating a fresh approach to corporate perks that puts experience, flexibility, and affordability first. The Travel Scheme: Making Dreams Accessible At the heart of this approach is Travel Scheme by Inspire, an innovative platform letting employers offer holiday funds that employees can repay through simple salary deductions over 12 months. Travel Scheme by Inspire fits smoothly into existing payroll systems as either a salary sacrifice option or an interest-free loan. Employees can request amounts based on their position or submit custom proposals. Once approved, they receive access to their own travel account, allowing them to book their perfect vacation while spreading the cost over the year ahead. TravelCard: Recognition Reimagined TravelCard by Inspire takes employee recognition further by offering more than traditional fixed rewards. Perfect for long-service awards, sales incentives, or performance recognition, TravelCard by Inspire gives employees true choice. From city breaks to beach getaways, luxury experiences to adventure travel, employees can plan their ideal escape. Redeeming rewards is straightforward through Inspire’s online booking platform or their Manchester-based call centre. Expert travel consultants help with everything from flights to hotels and car rentals, ensuring a smooth experience from start to finish. Making Travel Accessible in Challenging Times With rising living costs across Europe, balancing finances with life experiences has become increasingly difficult. The travel industry has particularly felt this challenge, with traditional benefits struggling to offer meaningful perks. TravelCard by Inspire addresses this directly, helping employees enjoy vacations without immediate financial pressure. As Lisa Henning, CEO at Inspire, explains: “No other company has successfully implemented a travel-focused salary sacrifice model like ours. We saw a real gap in the market and created a solution that truly benefits employees and employers.”
HR Consulting Firm of the Year
Retaining a productive workforce begins with truly listening to employees and orchestrating tasks around individual strengths—a priority central to every business agenda. For the last five decades, Korn Ferry (NYSE: KFY) has been architecting workplace loyalty by empowering organizations to understand what drives employers’ motivation. An executive search firm, it excels in offering a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to cultivate leadership pipelines and foster the development of high-performing teams that can adapt to evolving business demands. Korn Ferry’s global reach, combined with a diverse team of seasoned professionals, allows it to serve clients across regions with precision. Customized solutions are crafted to address specific challenges by deeply understanding the unique cultural and operational nuances of different markets. By leveraging cuttingedge technology and an extensive network, the company ensures that organizations can access the expertise and resources necessary to resolve immediate needs and long-term goals. “Our sustained success stems from a balanced approach, from our colleagues and intellectual property to our diversified strategy and broad offerings,” says Gary Burnison, CEO.
Recruitment Process Outsourcing
Navigating Hospitality Recruitment: Trends, Challenges, and Strategies
Lucia Raru, Head of Recruitment, Caprice Holdings Ltd
Corporate Training
Empowering Growth: The Future Of Learning And Development In The Automotive Industry
Monika Zamojska, Group Learning & Development Director at Volkswagen Group Polska
Corporate Training Workshops
Redefining Corporate Training Experiences with Digital Tools
Petra Mikulasova, Senior Manager HR, EMEA, Talent Management, L&D, Staffing, Yanfeng
Immigration
The Human Aspect of Psychological Safety in the Workplace
Camila Fossati, People and Organizations Director, Braskem
HR Strategy
Advancing People Development and Learning in the Workplace
Katia Collarile, People Development Manager, Elior Italia
Workplace Safety
The Challenge of Promoting the Wrong Leaders in Organizations
Hilde R. Sonnichsen, CHRO/HR Director, Uhrenholt
Workplace Safety
Building Human-centered Cultures that Scale
Christina Dimatati, HR Manager GS Greece, Kuehne+Nagel
IN MY OPINION
Leadership Development
HR at the Frontier of Innovation: Navigating Change, Technology, and Human Connection
Marieke Bulkmans, Head of HR for Airbus in the Netherlands
LAST WORD
Corporate Training
Building Safety and engagement in Cabin Crew Training
Helena Roman, Head of Training CCTO, Lauda Europe
IN FOCUS
Growth Factors Driving Corporate Wellness in Europe
Corporate wellness in Europe enables organisations to boost productivity, retention, and sustainable growth through holistic wellness initiatives.
Data and Technology Shaping Europe's Occupational Health Future
Occupational safety consultancy in Europe drives compliance, risk prevention, and innovation through data, technology, and integrated health strategies, enhancing worker well-being, operational resilience, and sustainable business performance.
EDITORIAL
Spreading an Era of Working Smarter and Safer
Workplace safety in Europe has become a defining factor in organizational resilience, driven by the dual imperatives of regulatory compliance and employee well-being. Occupational safety and health consultancy (OSH), once viewed as a regulatory checkbox, is now a strategic enabler of productivity, trust and sustainable growth.
Risk assessments and hazard identification lie at the heart of these consultancies. By evaluating workplace environments, processes and behaviors, consultants help organizations anticipate potential dangers and prevent incidents before they occur. Training and education services complement risk assessments by empowering employees with knowledge and practical skills.
The rise of new technologies, automation and remote work environments has introduced fresh dimensions to workplace safety. Cyber-physical risks, mental health considerations and ergonomic challenges now demand equal attention alongside traditional hazard management. Skilled OSH consultants help connect new safety standards with strategies that focus on people, making sure organizations can adapt to changing workplace needs.
Crucially, effective OSH consultancy extends beyond compliance to create trust. Employees who feel protected and valued are more engaged, more productive and more committed to the long-term vision of the organization. In this way, investment in safety becomes an investment in people, culture and business sustainability.
This edition of Manage HR Europe explores how occupational safety and health consultancy is transforming organizational resilience by cultivating an environment where safety is second nature and every worker can thrive.
Featured thought leaders include Hilde R. Sønnichsen, CHRO/HR director at Uhrenholt, who emphasizes that embracing a more inclusive approach to leadership can unlock the full potential of all employees, leading to a more dynamic, resilient and successful organization. Lucia Raru, head of recruitment at Caprice Holdings Ltd, advocates how hospitality recruitment is moving beyond traditional hiring methods to focus on people, culture and experience.
We hope this edition sparks new perspectives on how occupational safety and health consultancy can empower organizations to create safer, healthier and more resilient workplaces.
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