Health and Safety

In 2024, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) requirements for health and safety have become extensive, with a growing emphasis on workplace well-being – particularly in the context of employee safety, mental health, and evolving work environments. Companies must now address not only traditional health and safety risks, but emerging challenges such as psychological risks and mental health, all while integrating health and safety data into ESG reporting.

EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) Compliance is fundamental to accurate ESG reporting. Health and safety metrics, including incident rates, safety audits, and employee well-being initiatives must be accurately documented to meet regulatory requirements. Companies are expected to provide a safe working environment for their employees and adhere to rigorous safety standards. This is especially relevant to companies working in manufacturing or construction, but ultimately applies to every industry.

Addressing psychological risks like workplace stress and burnout is also essential for any business. These factors are increasingly recognised as significant contributors to employee well-being, and organisations need to develop comprehensive programs to mitigate these risks and support overall employee mental health.

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The Challenge

Companies face growing challenges in meeting health and safety compliance due to constantly evolving regulations and reporting requirements. Businesses must navigate complex global standards, including new focus areas like mental health and psychological risks, which are often harder to measure than traditional safety issues.

Additionally, ensuring compliance across entire supply chains increases both costs and operational demands. Smaller companies in particular struggle with the resources and expertise required to stay compliant and maintain transparency.

Failure to meet these evolving health and safety standards and accurately report on them can result in legal repercussions, reputational damage and loss of investor confidence.

Our Solution

Unannounced Supplier Inspections

Surprise inspections carried out by Ground Truth Reporting give an accurate and comprehensive on-the-ground view of conditions throughout your supply chain.

Fair Labour Assessment

We can provide an accurate view of labour conditions across your sites, alongside evidence to help you meet your reporting requirements.

Global Supply Chain Insights

Wherever you are in the world, our global network can visit your facility and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

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The Outcome

Ground Truth Reporting is an essential resource for any business aiming to comply with health and safety regulations. By providing real-time, accurate insights into environmental practices, social standards, and governance, Ground Truth Reporting empowers companies to:

Ensure compliance with complex regulations.
Mitigate risks associated with a site’s environmental and labour practices.
Enhance data accuracy for reliable ESG reporting.
Improve stakeholder trust and access to investment opportunities.

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What our Clients Say

“The level of insight that Ground Truth Reporting has given us has been invaluable in demonstrating our commitment to employee health and safety. Our team now views this as an essential part of our ESG strategy, allowing us to meet regulatory requirements while promoting transparency and accountability across the supply chain.”

S Jones, HSE / Risk Manager

Find out how Ground Truth Reporting can help you.

For more information about our work with the Fashion and Retail industry, please contact us here.