LEADING health and safety inspectors have celebrated being awarded globally recognised accreditation.

Sportsafe, in Colchester’s Severalls industrial estate, became the first company in its industry to be granted the prestigious health and safety accreditation.

The firm, which undertakes health and safety checks on sports equipment, stated it endorses its commitment to high standards.

Sales and marketing director Claire Hunt said: “We are so proud of all our staff for their commitment to Sportsafe and their intrinsic desire to work consistently to the very highest standards.

“We are delighted to be the first in our industry to have achieved this key ISO recognition – credit to each and every person at Sportsafe.”

The certification, ISO 45001:2018, is applicable to any organisation that wishes to maintain a system to improve occupational health and safety.