Top 5 Tips to Strengthen Workplace Safety: National Safety Month
June is National Safety Month, making it the perfect time to reflect on how safety is managed in your workplace. This month-long focus encourages employers and employees alike to work together in building a safer, healthier environment.
At Pentagon Assurance, we see safety as more than a box to tick. It’s a mindset—one that helps protect people and encourages good working practices across every sector.
What Is National Safety Month?
National Safety Month is held every June to highlight the importance of preventing injuries and promoting well-being in all areas of life. In the workplace, it serves as a reminder to assess safety measures, involve teams in discussions, and promote better awareness of daily risks.
Because no two workplaces are the same, the approach to safety should always reflect the environment and the people working in it.
Five Tips to Strengthen Workplace Safety This June
1. Update Risk Assessments
Workplaces change over time. For instance, new machinery, layout changes, or remote working can introduce fresh risks. By reviewing your risk assessments regularly, you ensure they stay relevant and effective.
2. Encourage Open Communication
Staff should feel comfortable raising safety concerns or suggesting improvements. Creating space for conversations—such as short safety briefings or suggestion boxes—can help build a culture of trust.
3. Check Fire Safety Essentials
Make sure that fire exits are clear, fire extinguishers are in place and checked, and everyone knows the evacuation procedure. This is also a good time to confirm that your fire risk assessment is up to date.
4. Refresh Staff Training
When was the last time your team completed health and safety training? Even short refresher sessions can increase confidence and reduce risks, especially in areas like manual handling or working at height.
5. Clarify CDM Responsibilities
If you’re working in construction or project delivery, the CDM 2015 regulations apply. Clear communication between clients, designers, and contractors is essential for identifying and managing risk early in the process.
National Safety Month isn’t just about ticking tasks off a list. It’s about encouraging simple, consistent actions that make a genuine difference.
You might not fix every issue in a single month—but even small improvements, like clearer signage or a quick check-in with your team, can have a lasting impact.
Working with a health and safety consultant can also help bring clarity to more complex regulations and provide an external view of where improvements can be made.
Let’s talk safety.
Contact Pentagon Assurance today to find out how we can support your organisation during National Safety Month—and beyond.
Let June be a starting point—not a deadline—for building a stronger safety culture.