NASC Appoints New H&S Manager

The NASC has significantly strengthened its in-house scaffolding expertise through the appointment of Steve Kearney as H&S Manager.

In this role, Steve will be working closely with the NASC’s Health and Safety Committee to further improve safety standards across the industry. He will also be on hand to answer any H&S questions NASC Information members might have.

Steve brings with him more than 40 years’ experience in the scaffolding industry and has held a variety of roles including Scaffolder, H&S Manager and HSEQ Director of TRAD Group.

Since 2012, Steve has served on the NASC’s Health and Safety Committee. Steve is a Chartered member of the Institute of Occupational Health and Safety (CMIOSH), Member of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (MIIRSM), Incorporated member of the Institute of Builders (ICIOB) and Associate member of the Institute of Environmental Management (AIEMA).

Speaking about his new role within the NASC, Steve said: “I’m very excited to take on the role of NASC H&S Manager and looking forward to joining the executive team and helping the NASC to further improve the quality of our H&S provision.

“I’ve seen how the NASC works – and the good it does for its members and the industry as a whole – from my time on the H&S Committee. It’s an absolute honour to join the UK’s premier scaffolding trade body.”

Robin James, NASC Managing Director, said: “We are delighted to welcome Steve into the NASC executive team fold. His experience and enthusiasm are unparalleled. Additionally, we have long admired his work ethic and commitment to pushing the industry forward.

“We’re sure he will be a great addition to the team.”