Carney Consultancy, a leading provider of health and safety consultancy services, is reinforcing its commitment to professional growth by supporting its team in gaining advanced qualifications and specialist training.
The investment ensures clients benefit from the highest standards of expertise, practical knowledge and on-site support. By combining hands-on experience with ongoing professional development, Carney Consultancy builds a team dedicated to delivering proactive, practical health and safety solutions across a wide range of sectors.
Based in North Tyneside, Carney Consultancy provides a full range of health and safety services, including risk assessments, method statements, site audits, training, compliance support and advisory services. The company works across construction, facilities management and corporate environments, helping businesses maintain compliance, improve safety standards and protect their workforce.
Amongst those undertaking extensive training, Erin Rochford began her journey with Carney Consultancy in 2019, initially undertaking work experience that introduced her to the world of health and safety. Inspired by the experience, she completed an apprenticeship at a local council before returning to the company two and a half years later as a full-time team member.
Erin now splits her time between office-based work and site visits, creating comprehensive risk assessments and method statements while ensuring practical compliance on the ground. She has recently completed her NEBOSH Diploma and is progressing to study for the National Diploma, with the next step being to achieve Chartered Member status of NEBOSH. She has also completed PAT Testing and Emergency First Aid training, equipping her with practical skills to support clients across a wide range of health and safety areas.
Erin, said: “I really enjoy the mix of office and site work. Every day brings something different and it’s rewarding to see my assessments and method statements directly improving safety on projects. Achieving my NEBOSH Diploma has been a real milestone, and I’m excited to keep developing towards chartered status.”
James Pearson, who joined Carney Consultancy after leaving the army in 2024, began his career at the company as a health and safety assistant and has rapidly progressed to the role of health and safety consultant. James has recently undertaken a comprehensive range of specialist courses, including First Aid Instructor training, PAT Testing, Legionella Awareness, the NEBOSH Certificate in Construction and Face Fit Testing with Fit2Fit instruction.
These qualifications enable James to deliver accredited first aid training, carry out in-house PAT testing, advise on water hygiene and welfare facilities, provide expert guidance in construction health and safety and conduct respiratory protective equipment testing for client teams.
James, said: “Joining Carney Consultancy after the army was a big transition but the team and leadership here have made all the difference. The support, training and opportunities I’ve received have helped me grow quickly and gain real confidence in my role. The company heavily invests in its people and that makes it a great place to feel valued and develop as a professional.”
Angela Carney, managing director, Carney Consultancy, said: “Investing in our team’s development is central to our ethos. By supporting our employees to gain additional qualifications and specialist training, we ensure our clients benefit from the most up-to-date knowledge, skills and industry best practice. This investment strengthens the capability of our team and reinforces the high standards we aim to maintain across all projects, helping to keep sites safer and compliant.”