People: Internal Development, Wellbeing & Culture
2024 Highlights:
Delivered mandatory training across HQ and sales teams, guided by Garland UK’s training matrix. Topics covered in 2024 included: business compliance, modern slavery, anti-bribery, competition law, environmental awareness, health and safety, asbestos awareness, working at height, and CDM regulations.
Supported 100 hours of volunteering with FareShare SouthWest, supporting food redistribution to local charities, schools, and community groups.
Hosted regular internal staff events to strengthen team culture, including three breakfast events, one company BBQ, and a summer boat trip for HQ and sales teams.
Garland UK remains committed to investing in its people, ensuring all colleagues across the business are supported with professional development, wellbeing initiatives, and a positive workplace culture. Through structured training, accreditations, and employee engagement, the company fosters a highly skilled, inclusive, and motivated team.
Ensured all mandatory training is completed annually, with the exception of forklift training (every three years) and ISO Introduction training (once per employee).
Continued to provide employees with access to professional development budgets, allowing staff to undertake external training, courses, and learning to support personal growth and upskilling.
Maintained external accreditations in 2024, including: SafeContractor accreditation for health, safety, sustainability, and ESG standards. UKAS-certified management systems for ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental), and ISO 45001 (Health & Safety).
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