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Health & Safety Management

Safer workplaces, stronger outcomes.

Elevate your approach to health and safety with a platform designed to simplify compliance, reduce risk, and protect what matters most – your people.

Zinc gives you real-time visibility, smarter workflows, and the confidence to act – before issues escalate.

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Trusted by leaders who put people and prevention first.

Leicestershire Fire Rescue
NEXT
JLL
22 Bishopsgate
Amazon Studios
Knight Frank
Graff Diamonds

Zinc Systems

Embed a positive safety culture & drive lasting behavioural change.

Speed

Speed
Rapid response to incidents, ensuring swift action and mitigation of risks.

Compliance

Compliance
Adherence to legal and regulatory standards, reducing liability and fines.

Prevention

Prevention
Proactive measures to avoid accidents and injuries, enhancing workplace safety.

Awareness

Awareness
A single-pane-of-glass for increased understanding and effective decision-making.

Key health & safety features

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Capture and respond to incidents that require urgent attention, immediate care, or intervention.

  • Contact incidents - Person-to-person or object contact causing injury
  • Crashes / collisions - Involving vehicles, carts, or mobile equipment
  • Medical emergencies - Sudden illness, collapse, or loss of consciousness
  • Slips, trips & falls - Any loss of balance resulting in injury or risk
  • Exposure - Harm from heat, cold, noise, vibration, or hazardous environments
  • Struck by objects - Injuries from falling or moving items
  • Cuts & abrasions - Minor but reportable injuries requiring treatment
  • Medical incident - Non-emergency but health-related concern during work

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Log and investigate high-risk failures or events that could have caused serious harm.

  • Structural failures - Partial or total collapse of buildings or fixtures
  • Explosions or fires - Accidental ignition or uncontrolled release of energy
  • Machinery failures - Malfunction of tools, lifts, or operational equipment
  • Safety breaches - Events involving loss of safety system integrity
  • Hazardous substance release - Spill, leak, or airborne contamination
  • Uncontrolled energy release - Electrical faults, high-pressure discharge
  • Confined space incidents - Unsafe entry or conditions within restricted areas
  • High-risk near misses - Events narrowly avoiding serious harm

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Track and manage incidents involving dangerous substances, contamination, or environmental risk.

  • Chemical incidents - Spills, reactions, or improper chemical handling
  • Radiological exposure - Contact with radioactive or X-ray emitting equipment
  • Biological risks - Infectious materials, bodily fluids, or lab contamination
  • Waste management failure - Unsafe disposal or storage of hazardous waste
  • Pollution events - Emissions, leaks, or contamination of air, land, or water
  • Water damage - Pipe bursts, flooding, or leaks affecting health/safety
  • Mould or damp growth - Structural or environmental conditions causing health risks
  • Cross-contamination - Transfer of substances between zones or systems

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Encourage proactive reporting and recognition of safety behaviours and risks.

  • Unsafe act - Risky behaviour observed that could lead to harm
  • Unsafe condition - Hazardous environment or equipment issue identified
  • Near miss - Incident narrowly avoided, no injury but learning opportunity
  • Positive observation - Good practice or safety behaviour worth recognition
  • PPE compliance - Observation of correct or incorrect equipment usage
  • Housekeeping - Observation of tidy or hazardous work environments
  • Manual handling risks - Unsafe lifting or carrying practices observed
  • Training gaps - Observations suggesting lack of understanding or awareness

Log and manage health, mental health, and safeguarding concerns across your workforce or visitors.

  • RSIs - Repetitive Strain Injuries from repetitive tasks or posture
  • Stress-related disorders - Workload, burnout, or acute stress episodes
  • Sickness episodes - General health-related absence or medical concern
  • Respiratory conditions - Allergies, asthma, or breathing-related symptoms
  • Mental health concerns - Anxiety, depression, or behavioural changes
  • Missing/found persons - Adult or child welfare case involving absences or discoveries
  • Welfare concern
    • Adult (16+) - Safeguarding issue requiring follow-up
    • Child (<16yo) - Concern involving minors on premises

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Are you ready to lead with safer, smarter operations?

Zinc Systems

Mobile-first, made for everyone.

Empower every team member to capture, report, and respond to safety issues – anytime, anywhere.

  • Report instantly
    Log hazards, incidents, and observations on the go.
  • Capture evidence
    Upload photos, videos, and files in seconds.
  • Stay connected
    Receive real-time alerts and assign safety actions immediately.
  • Work anywhere
    Offline mode with smart sync ensures nothing gets lost.
  • Customise fast
    Set up quick-tap options for consistent, rapid reporting.

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Insight-driven, built for what’s next

Manage health & safety with complete visibility, actionable insights, and full accountability – all in one place.

  • See everything
    View all incidents and activities in one live dashboard.
  • Act faster
    Auto-escalate issues and notify the right people in seconds.
  • Improve processes
    Build inspections and track closeout of audit actions.
  • Spot trends
    Analyse root causes, risk patterns, and repeat incidents.
  • Make it count
    Use real-time data to drive smarter, safer decisions.
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Our impact in numbers

40%Reduction in uninsurable losses
Early intervention, clear procedures, and staff accountability help prevent damage, downtime, and disruption.

65%Decrease in RIDDOR-reportable incidents
Improved hazard identification, and preventive actions reduce notifiable events and regulatory exposure.

£250KSaved annually in injury-related claims
Digital risk assessments and preventative actions reduce workplace incidents and legal exposure.

70%Faster response to health & safety events
Real-time alerts and mobile tools speed up incident resolution and reduce downtime.

35%Drop in near-misses over 12 months
Continuous safety tracking drives proactive behaviour change on the ground.

25%Boost in employee safety engagement
Easy incident reporting tools and visible follow-ups encourage greater frontline participation.

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Case studies

Leicestershire Fire & Rescue
22 Bishopsgate, London - Protected by Zinc
Next
The City of London

Providing security incident management, officer welfare and control of health and safety events across all stations. Providing a central data repository for analysis and the ability to export data enables the Force to understand their data, vulnerabilities and make informed decisions. ‘Zinc has had positive reviews from users, with ease of use being one of the most common bits of feedback’.

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22 Bishopsgate is the tallest skyscraper in the City of London standing at 278 m (912 ft) tall with 62 storeys. It's game-changing workspace occupies a prominent site in the financial district.

As Britain's smartest building, Zinc manages and controls all security, safety and risk events, as well as providing critical alerting to occupiers during fire evacuations.

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Next plc is a multinational clothing, footwear and home products retailer with around 500 stores in UK & Eire and 206 franchised stores in 33 countries.

"Our vision… bringing all aspects of our operational company risk under one reporting and management model, applicable anywhere in our business from Store to Distribution Centre to Corporate Office. Having accurate and timely data, with sufficient context, allows myself and other Senior leadership to make sound judgements and risk-led decisions to protect our people, our consumers, and our profit."

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The City of London Corporation, officially the municipal governing body of the City of London is the historic centre of London and the location of much of the United Kingdom's financial sector.

Zinc has been rolled out across all property assets to report, investigate and analyse all critical events across the complex property portfolio.

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Why Zinc?

Join our growing community of world-leading customers and unlock rapid ROI with Zinc's innovative platform. Easily adaptable to your unique challenges, Zinc empowers your organisation to accelerate success and drive measurable impact.

Why Zinc? Loved by users

Loved by users
Outstanding usability and flexibility, ensuring a positive experience every time.

Why Zinc? World-class support

One unified platform
Expand at your own pace with an industry-leading and award winning modular platform.

Why Zinc? Reliable & secure

Reliable & secure
Highly trusted for reliability and robust security - providing complete peace of mind.

Why Zinc? Agile & Innovative

World-class support
Delivering exceptional rapid support, assistance - ensuring customer satisfaction.

Why Zinc? Join our community

Agile & innovative
Consistently delivering cutting-edge solutions evolving market and customer needs.

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Health & Safety Management Insights

Case Study – Unitrust Roll Out Zinc Connect

Case Study – Unitrust Roll Out Zinc Connect

We sat down with Jonathan Moore, Director of Operations at Unitrust to talk to him about the roll our of Zinc Connect model across 30+ of his locations. In this interview, Jon shares first-hand insights into the rising demand for higher standards in security management, the challenges facing providers, and how Zinc’s latest product, ‘Connect’, […]

Ensuring tenant safety in a shared commercial building

Ensuring tenant safety in a shared commercial building

In shared commercial buildings, tenant safety is a top priority. These spaces often house multiple businesses, each with unique operational needs and responsibilities. Ensuring safety and business continuity requires a cohesive approach that addresses potential risks and critical incidents. An Incident Management (IM) & Resilience platform is an invaluable tool in achieving this goal, fostering […]

How Zinc’s platform can address workplace misconduct, harassment, and violence.

How Zinc’s platform can address workplace misconduct, harassment, and violence.

Unveiling the silent crisis In a groundbreaking revelation, recent research suggests that an astonishing 80% of harmful and inappropriate workplace behaviours like misconduct, harassment, and violence go unreported. This silent crisis poses a significant risk to organisations, leading to the potential loss of top-performing employees, repetitional/brand harm, and financial penalties. The repercussions also extend into […]

Reactive vs. Preventative: The dual approaches to protecting your operations end-to-end.

Reactive vs. Preventative: The dual approaches to protecting your operations end-to-end.

In the dynamic and unpredictable landscape of risk management, organisations face a pivotal choice: should they be reactive, addressing crises as they arise, or preventative, working to mitigate risks before they manifest? The key is not choosing between reactive and preventative approaches but leveraging the strengths of both to build a robust and resilient strategy. […]

A day in the life of a corporate estate’s security control room.

A day in the life of a corporate estate’s security control room.

In today’s corporate world, security control rooms serve as the front line for safeguarding assets, ensuring employee safety, and maintaining operational continuity. Equipped with Zinc’s integrated platform, operators manage a wide range of activities from incident response to compliance and health and safety.  Let’s dive into a day in the life of a corporate estate’s […]

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Incident Management Module

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Incident Management

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Daily Occurrence Book

Inform Quickly, Protect People

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Patrol Management

Secure Operations, Ensure Compliance

Patrol
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Audits, Checks & Inspections

Get compliance right, every time

Audits, Checks & Inspections

Tasks & Procedures

Get things done, the right way

Tasks &
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Incident Management Module

Promote Wellness, Prevent Hazards

Health & Safety Management

Data Reporting & Analytics

Smarter insights, stronger outcomes

Data Analysis & Reporting

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Health & Safety Management
Frequently Asked Questions

SYNAPSE's health and safety platform is a comprehensive digital tool designed to streamline and enhance the management of workplace safety and compliance. It serves as a centralised system for monitoring, managing, and reporting health and safety incidents, risks, and compliance with regulations. SYNAPSE integrates various safety protocols, procedures, and documentation in one platform, it facilitates easier access to information, enabling proactive risk management and decision-making.

It is highly configurable and customers typically utilise features such as incident reporting, risk assessments, checks, and compliance tracking. They automate many of the administrative tasks associated with health and safety management, improving efficiency and accuracy. This not only helps in identifying potential hazards before they result in accidents but also ensures that they stay compliant with relevant laws and regulations.

It helps to foster a culture of safety and awareness and empowers organisations to protect their employees and assets more effectively. It provides valuable insights through data analytics, helping to identify trends and areas for improvement in workplace safety. As a result, organisations can significantly reduce the likelihood of incidents, minimise operational disruptions, and enhance overall employee well-being, contributing to a safer and more productive work environment.

A well-implemented H&S system serves as a backbone during major medical incidents in a workplace - enhancing response efficiency, coordination, and ultimately, the care provided to those affected.

Incident reporting:
Provide rapid reporting via a mobile App to notify relevant medical personnel, responders, and stakeholders about the incident, enabling prompt response and resource allocation.

Logging of injuries:
Injury forms capture specific details, injury type(s), affected person's personal information, location, date/time, medical facilities, and contributing factors, aiding analysis and prevention.

Collaboration and coordination:
Help in efficiency triaging the incident to different departments of an organisation, managing medical resources like ambulances, medical supplies, and personnel by providing real-time information on availability and requirements. Staff emergency contact details can also be stored and referred to.

Emergency protocols & continuity of operations:
Disseminate established medical emergency protocols and procedures, ensuring that responders follow standardised practices, minimising errors and streamlining care as well as implementing continuity plans.

Communication with the Public:
Facilitate timely and accurate communication with the public, providing guidance on seeking medical assistance, evacuation procedures, or any necessary precautions to take.

Data protection and access restrictions:
Limit data access to authorised individuals, minimising exposure, and safeguarding personal data to designated stakeholders.

Evidence and case management:
Provide secure evidence collation involving the gathering of witness statements, linked incidents and CCTV footage - organising and uploading this data for investigations, ensuring comprehensive documentation and analysis.

Legal and litigation protection:
Provides legal protection for the organisation, demonstrating due diligence and adherence to safety regulations in case of legal challenges. Our H&S platform can also support uninsured losses by showcasing compliance and evidence that if not handled correctly would not be covered by insurance policies.

Compliance & Regulation
Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations and ensures proper documentation of incident reports, providing crucial data for escalation to regulatory bodies. Examples can include; RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations, UK) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration, USA) - these external bodies oversee and mandate the reporting of work-related incidents, diseases, and dangerous occurrences for safety monitoring.

Post-Incident Assessment:
After the incident, the platform can assist in conducting a comprehensive review and assessment of the response, identifying strengths and areas needing improvement for future incidents. Regular assessments and audits as part of the health and safety system allow for ongoing improvements, lessons learnt and refining protocols and procedures.

Our platform has over 100 pre-built incident types ready to go for you. You can then remove, customise the workflows or add as many new types as you wish.

Typically the health and safety incidents "out the box" are:

  • Accidents, injuries & Emergencies
    • Slips, Trips & Falls
    • Contact & Crashes/collisions
    • Exposure
    • Medical Emergencies
  • Hazardous materials
    • Pollution
    • Chemical, Radiological & Biological
    • Water Damage & Mould Growth
    • Waste Management
  • Occupational Diseases & Illness
    • Stress-related Disorders
    • Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSIs)
    • Respiratory Conditions
    • Sickness
    • Mental Health
  • Safety Observations
    • Near-Misses
    • Positive Observations
    • Unsafe Acts/Conditions
  • Dangerous Occurrences
  • High Risk Activities
    • Planned Works
      • BMU Maintenance & Operation
      • Confined Spaces
      • Construction & Renovation
      • Flammables / Hazardous Materials
      • Glazing Removal / Replacement
      • Heavy Machinery & Lifts Maintenance
      • High Voltage / Hot Works
      • Roof Access
      • Working at Height
    • Planned Events
      • Fire Safety Inspections & Drills
      • Special Events & Large Gatherings
      • VIP Attendance
  • Risk Register
    • Safety & Security
      • Counter Terrorism
      • Miscellaneous
      • Protective Security
      • Culture & Commitments
      • Planning
      • Threat & Risk Assessment
    • Housekeeping
    • Logistics
    • Lobby & ACP
    • Engineering
    • Soft Landings

Other events include:

  • Violence & Unacceptable Behaviour
    • Alcohol or Drugs
    • Violence
    • Unacceptable Behaviour
    • Anti-Social Behaviour
  • Fire
    • Fire
    • Explosion
  • Natural Disasters
    • Weather-related Disasters
    • Geophysical Disasters

In short, YES!

Our platform allows you to completely configure the data capture and workflow process ensuring you can adhere to any compliance regulation (globally).

Under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) in the UK, certain types of work-related health and safety incidents must be reported to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). These include:

  1. Deaths:
    Work-related accidents leading to the death of employees or self-employed workers working on your premises, and to non-workers if the accident relates to a work activity or occurs on work premises.
  2. Specified Injuries to Workers:
    These include fractures (other than to fingers, thumbs, and toes), amputations, injuries likely to lead to permanent loss of sight or reduction in sight, crush injuries leading to internal organ damage, serious burns (covering more than 10% of the body, or damaging the eyes, respiratory system, or other vital organs), scalping requiring hospital treatment, unconsciousness caused by head injury or asphyxia, and any other injury arising from working in an enclosed space, which leads to hypothermia, heat-induced illness, or requires resuscitation or admittance to hospital for more than 24 hours.
  3. Over-Seven-Day Injuries to Workers:
    Injuries that result in an employee or self-employed person being away from work, or unable to perform their usual work duties for more than seven consecutive days (not counting the day of the accident).
  4. Injuries to Non-Workers:
    Injuries to members of the public or people not at work that require hospital treatment and where the accident arises out of or in connection with work.
  5. Occupational Diseases:
    Including, but not limited to, carpal tunnel syndrome, severe cramp of the hand or forearm, occupational dermatitis, hand-arm vibration syndrome, occupational asthma, tendonitis or tenosynovitis of the hand or forearm, and any occupational cancer.
  6. Dangerous Occurrences:
    Certain, specified near-miss events (incidents with the potential to cause harm) listed under RIDDOR.
  7. Gas Incidents:
    Distributors, fillers, importers & suppliers of flammable gas must report incidents where someone has died, lost consciousness, or been taken to hospital for treatment to burns or injuries associated with a gas explosion or carbon monoxide (CO) exposure. Gas engineers must report any dangerous gas fittings or appliances that they find.

It's crucial for employers, the self-employed, and people in control of work premises to understand these categories to ensure compliance with RIDDOR regulations.

 

Typically customers will be up and running within 2-4 weeks depending on the level of configuration you require. You will experience a seamless onboarding process with us that includes a swift setup, intuitive configuration, user-centric training, straightforward reporting, and dedicated support to assist in every step.

  1. Planning
    • Kick-off meeting and initial discovery
    • Data templates provided
  2. Initiation
    • Platform installation with out-the-box workflows
    • Your organisation's branding and colours applied
    • Setup of organisation's hierarchy - locations, people, roles
  3. Execution
    • Any workflows you require to be customised or added
    • Permissions and data restrictions configured
    • Notifications customisation
  4. Handover
    • Stakeholder demo
    • Training
    • Testing and pre-launch checks
  5. Launch

 

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