A Bridgwater waste management company has been recognised for achieving excellence in health and safety in the workplace.

Family-run, Roberts Waste Ltd, which forms part of S Roberts Group, was presented with the award by Alcumus SafeContractor.

Beccy Roberts, director of waste management, said: "We are thrilled to have received this accreditation as we pride ourselves on our health and safety policies and are committed to maintaining high standards and staff training, which is vital in our industry."

The third-generation firm’s wealth of experience spans over 90 years and is run by sisters Beccy and Vicky Roberts, who took over the business from their father, Terry, in 2004.

Alcumus's recognised accreditation scheme assesses the health and safety arrangements, policies and qualifications of contractors, to ensure they meet rigorous standards in health and safety.

Companies meeting the high standard are included in a database, enabling registered users and client organisations to identify accredited contractors. 

Gemma Archibald, chief operating officer at Alcumus said: "Major organisations simply cannot afford to run the risk of employing contractors who are not able to prove that they have sound health and safety policies in place.

"More companies need to understand the importance of adopting good risk management in the way Roberts Waste Ltd has done."