Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ)
SHEQ
Committed to Environmental Protection
Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) is central to how GYS Group delivers facilities management and commercial cleaning services across the UK.
The group operates a structured SHEQ framework that supports regulatory compliance, risk management and consistent service performance across all client environments. This approach ensures that every contract is delivered with clear accountability, measurable standards and a focus on maintaining safe and well-managed workplaces.
GYS Group supports organisations across commercial, public sector and multi-site operations, where compliance, environmental responsibility and operational reliability are essential. SHEQ governance underpins service delivery, providing clients with confidence that standards are maintained and continuously improved.
SHEQ
Policies, Standards and Governance
GYS Group maintains a comprehensive set of policies and procedures that support safe, compliant and consistent facilities management and contract cleaning services.
The group holds recognised Health and Safety accreditations, including Alcumus SafeContractor, CHAS, SMAS and ContractorPlus. These accreditations reflect a structured approach to risk management, workforce safety and operational compliance across all service delivery environments.
All personnel complete Health and Safety induction training, supported by regular toolbox talks and ongoing development. Managers are trained to IOSH standards, ensuring that leadership teams maintain oversight of compliance, risk assessments and safe working practices across all contracts.
Performance is monitored through structured auditing and KPI reporting, with Health and Safety performance achieving strong ratings across client sites. A proactive approach to incident reporting, review and improvement ensures that risks are identified early and managed effectively.
SHEQ
Environmental Commitment & Net Zero Strategy
GYS Group integrates environmental responsibility into facilities management and commercial cleaning services, supporting clients working towards Net Zero and broader sustainability objectives.
The group combines structured environmental policies with practical service delivery, ensuring measurable performance, transparent reporting and ongoing improvement across all managed environments.
Environmental Monitoring & KPI Reporting
Environmental performance is monitored through structured auditing systems, with detailed KPI reporting across each site. Digital tools support room-by-room and building-level assessments, ensuring compliance is tracked and issues are escalated through the facilities helpdesk. Clients receive transparent reporting, enabling informed decisions and continuous environmental improvement.
Health & Safety Excellence
Health and Safety performance is managed through accredited systems, supported by workforce training, structured audits and consistent reporting. With strong KPI results across client sites, the group maintains a proactive approach to risk management, incident review and compliance, ensuring safe working environments for all personnel and occupants.
Sustainable Cleaning Products & Green Procurement
GYS Group supplies environmentally responsible cleaning products designed for professional facilities management environments. Products are non-toxic, biodegradable and responsibly sourced, with many carrying recognised certifications. Concentrated solutions, microfibre systems and reduced packaging support lower environmental impact while maintaining effective cleaning standards.
Sustainable Cleaning & Carbon Reduction
Sustainable cleaning methods focus on reducing water usage, limiting chemical consumption and improving operational efficiency. The group operates a zero waste approach across managed properties, with all packaging removed and recycled. Environmental initiatives support carbon reduction while maintaining hygiene, compliance and consistent service performance.
Waste Management & Resource Efficiency
Waste management processes are designed to minimise environmental impact through responsible handling, segregation and recycling across all client sites. A zero waste approach ensures packaging is removed and recycled, supported by detailed reporting that tracks waste movement and supports continuous improvement in resource efficiency.
SHEQ
Consistent Standards and Continuous Improvement
GYS Group continues to develop its SHEQ framework to support long-term performance, compliance and environmental responsibility across all services.
The group has achieved recognised environmental awards, including Green Apple and Green Impact accreditations, alongside strong KPI performance ratings across Health and Safety and environmental management. Ongoing investment in systems, training and service delivery ensures that standards continue to improve across all contracts.
Future developments include progression towards ISO 14001 Environmental Management certification and further enhancements to environmental reporting and auditing systems. This structured approach ensures that clients benefit from facilities management and commercial cleaning services delivered with accountability, transparency and a clear focus on continuous improvement.
We strive for continuous improvement