Construction Health & Safety, ISO Compliance and Digital Safety Solutions
Construction Safety Solutions provides professional health, safety, environmental, quality, risk management, ISO consulting, training, and digital compliance systems for construction, engineering, mining, industrial and infrastructure projects across South Africa, including Richards Bay and KwaZulu-Natal.
Our Core Services
Comprehensive construction health and safety consulting, ISO management systems, digital safety solutions and training — all in one place.
Construction Health & Safety Consulting
Expert H&S consulting for construction, engineering, mining and infrastructure projects.
ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 Management Systems
Implementation, maintenance and certification support for integrated management systems.
Legal Compliance Audits
Full compliance audits against OHSA 85 of 1993, Construction Regulations and applicable standards.
Baseline Risk Assessments
Site-specific baseline risk assessments identifying all significant hazards before construction commences.
Client Health and Safety Specifications
Development of client H&S specifications as required under Construction Regulations.
Contractor Safety Management
Managing and monitoring contractor health & safety performance and compliance.
Digital Safety File Development, Management and Auditing
Digital compilation, management and auditing of legally compliant construction safety files.
Design Risk Assessment Software
Digital design risk assessment app — eliminate spreadsheets and manage risks digitally.
Learn moreLiftSmart Digital Lift Planning
Create lift plans online and improve lift safety with cloud-based lift planning software.
Learn moreContraSafe Contractor Compliance Platform
Manage contractors online and improve compliance with our cloud-based platform.
Learn moreConstruction Safety Training Academy
Practical construction safety learning. Ask about current courses and course-specific recognition.
Learn moreProfessional Development
Professional development enquiries for construction health and safety practitioners. Recognition is course-specific.
Online Safety Templates and Procedures
Editable safety documents, templates and procedures for project-specific review and adaptation.
Learn moreOur Key Differentiators
Why construction companies across South Africa trust Construction Safety Solutions.
32+ years construction, mining, industrial and infrastructure experience
SACPCMP-registered Construction Health and Safety Manager
ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 implementation experience
Digital safety apps and AI-powered compliance tools
Practical construction-focused training
South African legal compliance expertise
Contractor management and audit experience
Proven experience on major infrastructure and EPC projects
Achievement Highlights
Real results from real projects across South Africa's most demanding sectors.
32+
Years Experience
100+
Projects Delivered
ISO
Certification Support
100%
Compliance Focus
Record
Multiple projects achieved record injury-free days
Consistent
Clients achieved compliant audit scores across diverse sectors
ISO Certified
Helped clients achieve and maintain ISO certification standards
Trusted
Proven track record of successful audit outcomes
Proven
Strong experience in contractor compliance and safety file management
Led by Industry Expertise
Decades of experience across Africa's most demanding sectors.
Construction Safety Solutions is led by Werner van der Merwe, a SACPCMP-registered Construction Health and Safety Manager (CHSM) with a National Diploma in Health and Safety Management, with more than 32 years of experience across mining, construction, oil and gas, energy, infrastructure and heavy industrial sectors.
Experience includes ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO 31000 risk management, contractor management, legal compliance, auditing, incident investigation and major project safety leadership.
Improve Compliance, Reduce Risk and Digitise Construction Safety Management
From manual spreadsheets to digital safety systems — we help you transform your safety management.
The Problem
Manual systems, spreadsheets and disconnected safety files create compliance gaps, wasted time and increased risk on construction projects.
Our Solution
Digital safety systems, apps, templates, training and consultancy — all integrated into one cloud-based platform for real-time compliance.
Our Services
Consulting, ISO systems, training, audits, digital apps and ready-to-use templates — everything you need for construction safety compliance.
The Benefits
Save time, reduce risk, improve compliance and standardise safety management across all your projects and contractors.
Explore Our Platforms
Digital safety apps, training, templates and consultancy — everything you need in one place.
Contact Us
Construction Safety Solutions (Pty) Ltd
Compliance Frameworks
Fully Aligned with South African Legislation
Frequently Asked Questions
What services does Construction Safety Solutions provide?
We provide construction health and safety consulting, ISO 9001/14001/45001 management systems, legal compliance audits, baseline risk assessments, safety file development, contractor compliance management, digital safety apps, online training and SACPCMP CPD training across South Africa.
Do you assist with ISO 45001 implementation?
Yes. We have proven experience implementing ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems — from gap analysis through to certification readiness and third-party audit support.
Do you provide construction safety files?
Yes. We compile, manage and audit legally compliant construction safety files, including all required H&S documentation for construction projects under OHSA 85 of 1993 and the Construction Regulations.
Do you offer SACPCMP CPD training?
Training availability, CPD recognition and accreditation are confirmed for each specific course before enrolment. Alignment with a professional framework does not itself establish accreditation or CPD points.
Can your apps replace spreadsheets?
Absolutely. Our digital safety solutions — including Design Risk Assessment, LiftSmart and ContraSafe — are designed to eliminate spreadsheets and manual processes with cloud-based, real-time reporting systems.
Do you provide contractor compliance management?
Yes. Our ContraSafe Contractor Compliance Platform lets you manage contractors online, track compliance, audit safety files and improve contractor safety performance across all your projects.
Do you work across South Africa?
Yes. We operate across South Africa including KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, Richards Bay, Durban and all major construction, mining and infrastructure hubs nationwide.