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07/08/2024

Farrans Awarded RoSPA Gold For Its Scotland Region

County Down headquartered, Farrans, has announced it has received another RoSPA Gold Award for its approach to health and safety in the Scotland region.

This represents the ultimate achievement in safety and excellence. The globally acclaimed RoSPA Health and Safety Awards honour organisations, teams and projects across various sectors for their steadfast dedication to safeguarding lives. These awards set the standard for prestige and inspire admiration throughout the industry.

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By earning a RoSPA Award, organisations not only receive recognition for their accomplishments but also become part of a legacy that values dedication to high safety standards, the well-being of individuals and signifies a commitment to excellence.

RoSPA Gold Award winners have demonstrated exceptional performance, showcasing advanced occupational health and safety management systems, excellent risk control and minimal errors, harm and loss.

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