Construction remains one of Wales’s most important industries – and one of its most dangerous. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), working at height continues to be the leading cause of fatal injuries in the UK construction sector, accounting for nearly a third of all on-site deaths.
As building projects surge across South Wales, from residential developments in Cardiff to infrastructure upgrades along the M4 corridor, ensuring that workers stay trained, certified, and compliant has never been more vital.
That’s where Harris Safety Training Services steps in.
Supporting a Safer Workforce
Based in Wales, the training provider specialises in nationally recognised safety qualifications – including PASMA, IPAF, and working-at-height certification. These courses ensure that everyone from scaffolding contractors to maintenance engineers understands the latest UK safety regulations, equipment handling, and rescue procedures.
In 2024–25, the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) forecast a demand for over 9,000 additional skilled construction workers across Wales. With that demand comes a growing responsibility to keep new entrants properly trained and existing workers up to date – a challenge Harris Safety Training has been helping companies meet through flexible on-site and classroom training programmes.
Adapting to a Changing Industry
Safety training is no longer a box-ticking exercise. Recent updates to the Work at Height Regulations and the emphasis on risk assessment under CDM 2015 (Construction Design and Management Regulations) have made continuous learning an essential part of every contractor’s role.
By offering fully accredited PASMA and IPAF courses, Harris Safety Training helps Welsh construction firms demonstrate compliance and reduce incidents – giving both workers and employers confidence that their teams can operate safely at height and on powered access equipment.
Local Knowledge, National Standards
What sets the company apart is its understanding of local industry realities. With many construction workers in Wales employed on short-term or subcontracted projects, accessibility and speed of certification matter. Harris Safety Training delivers regular courses from its Welsh training centres, while also partnering with businesses to deliver group sessions directly on-site – minimising downtime and maximising reach.
This local-first approach, paired with national accreditation, has positioned the firm as a trusted partner for builders, contractors, and public-sector teams across South Wales.
Safety as the Foundation for Growth
As the Welsh construction sector continues to expand – supported by green building initiatives, infrastructure investment, and housing demand – the importance of safety culture is only growing stronger.
Behind every successful project are workers who feel confident, competent, and prepared. And for companies like Harris Safety Training Services, that confidence starts long before the first brick is laid – it starts in the classroom.
