Did you know that organizations that align with ARL rules reduce workplace incidents by up to 40% in the first year? We open with this because compliance through the ARL system delivers measurable impact for companies across Colombia.
We offer a specialized team that provides consulting, interventorías, and independent audits to link ARL obligations with everyday operations.
Our management framework turns legal duties into clear procedures, roles, and simple documentation supervisors and workers can use. We assess sites, tasks, and exposures to prioritize actions that cut incident potential and improve oversight.
Quality drives our work: standard operating procedures and evidence-based decisions ensure consistent outcomes across locations and shifts. We map responsibilities from policy to frontline execution and coordinate with ARL case managers to speed approvals and resolve observations.
Key Takeaways
- Aligning with ARL prevents sanctions and reduces incidents.
- We translate compliance into practical procedures and roles.
- Our services include consulting, interventorías, and audits to close gaps.
- Site assessments help prioritize actions and strengthen oversight.
- We apply SOPs and evidence-based methods for consistent quality.
ARL System in Colombia: What employers must address right now
We provide a clear roadmap so employers can meet ARL expectations today. Our approach turns legal requirements into a short, auditable plan with assigned roles and deadlines.
HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT S.A.S. delivers integrated solutions across engineering, occupational practice, administration, and social sciences. We help you identify hazards, classify risks by job and area, and build exposure matrices that satisfy inspectors.
- Core duties: documented procedures, training records, and control measures expected by ARL.
- Practical steps: hazard assessments, written timelines, and auditable evidence of execution.
- Management commitments: policy, objectives, resources, worker participation, and KPIs tied to operations.
- Surveillance and contractor oversight: medical follow-up, confidential records, and controls extended to subcontractors.
- Emergency readiness: response teams, drills, and clear communications scaled to site realities.
Fast actions to protect your business: update risk maps, refresh critical procedures, and close priority gaps from recent visits. We support implementation and ongoing management to keep you inspection-ready.
health safety colombia services aligned with the ARL System
We deliver practical services that align your operations with ARL expectations and regulatory demands. Our team combines consulting, interventorías, and independent audits to strengthen occupational health safety programs across industries.
Consulting and interventorías for occupational health and safety management
We benchmark your management system against ARL and SG-SST rules, coach teams through corrective actions, and close findings until verification. Our interventorías provide hands-on oversight during implementation.
Independent and socio-environmental audits
We carry out impartial audits and socio-environmental reviews to validate compliance and assess performance indicators. Reports include prioritized action lists with accountable owners and due dates for clear follow-up.
Risk-based plans, training, and monitoring
We design risk-based plans that convert hazard assessments into engineering controls, administrative measures, and PPE standards. Training programs map to job risks and include toolbox talks and assessments to verify learning transfer.
- Monitoring & inspections: defined frequencies, checklists, escalation triggers, and evidence-rich reports for ARLs and authorities.
- Environmental compliance: ICA reporting and responses to administrative acts integrated into management reviews.
- Testing support: impartial laboratory assessments for industrial hygiene and environmental samples when required.
| Service | Deliverable | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Consulting & interventorías | Action plans, implementation oversight | Faster closure of audit findings |
| Independent audits | Compliance report, KPI evaluation | Objective performance validation |
| Risk-based plans | Control matrices, acceptance criteria | Targeted exposure reduction |
| Training & competency | Practical courses, assessments | Verified skills and behavior change |
| Monitoring & labs | Inspection schedules, lab results | Evidence to support decisions |
Certified management systems that safeguard quality, environment, and safety
We base operational control on internationally recognized standards to ensure consistent performance and audit readiness.
HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT S.A.S. holds ISO 9001:2015 (Bureau Veritas), ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018. These certifications prove our ability to deliver reliable management processes and protect people and the environment.
ISO 45001:2018 for occupational health and safety risk prevention
ISO 45001 structures hazard identification, operational controls, and incident response. We apply those clauses to prevent injuries and meet legal obligations.
ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 for quality and environmental stewardship
ISO 9001 embeds quality into planning, execution, verification, and improvement so deliverables are consistent and auditable.
ISO 14001 links permits, aspects-impact evaluations, and controls with field routines to avoid cross-nonconformities and protect the environment.
RUC qualification backing our integrated HS&E performance
We maintain an RUC rating above 90% since 2020. This validates our discipline in documentation, contractor oversight, and continuous improvement across projects in Colombia.
- Map certification clauses to ARL responsibilities for easier audits.
- Governance routines: management reviews, KPIs, and action logs to sustain certifications.
- Supplier and contractor qualification aligned to certified requirements for uniform standards.
| Standard | Focus | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| ISO 45001:2018 | Occupational health and risk control | Reduced incidents and clear incident response |
| ISO 9001:2015 | Quality management | Consistent, auditable processes |
| ISO 14001:2015 | Environmental stewardship | Integrated permits and impact controls |
From risk identification to control: our proven HSE methodology
We turn observations and lab results into clear, prioritized work plans with measurable outcomes. Our method moves from rigorous detection to operational closure. Each stage links data, owners, and deadlines so leadership sees progress.
Occupational and industrial hygiene assessments to detect hazards
We start with surveys that quantify noise, particulates, chemicals, and ergonomics. These studies set evidence-based priorities and define exposure limits.
Inspections, testing, and impartial evaluations
We schedule inspections and commission impartial tests through expert facilities available 24/7. Lab results validate controls and support regulatory submissions.
Control measures and monitoring plans
Findings become an operational plan that assigns owners, timelines, and resources. We apply a hierarchy of control measures—elimination to PPE—balancing feasibility and cost.
Incident prevention and continuous improvement cycles
We run programs that track near misses and precursors, convert lessons into corrective actions, and close them on schedule. Routine monitoring uses leading and lagging indicators to detect gaps early.
- Transparent records: dashboards and reports for management review.
- Continuous improvement: audits, trend analysis, and stakeholder feedback.
- Trusted testing: impartial labs to back decisions and certify outcomes.
| Step | Deliverable | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Assessment | Exposure reports | Prioritized risks |
| Validation | Lab testing | Impartial evidence |
| Control | Action plan | Verified measures |
Sector-specific solutions for Colombian businesses
We design sector-focused programs that match operational risks, permits, and community expectations across industries.
Tailored occupational health and environmental management for diverse industries
We develop EIAs, DAAs, and PMAs to meet legal and operational needs. These studies guide work plans and permit applications.
Our teams perform flora and fauna characterization and wildlife handling—for deterrence, capture, and rescue—so field crews follow clear protocols.
Integrating PMA/EIA insights with workplace requirements
We integrate environmental findings into daily procedures. That ensures biodiversity protection and site sensitivities are part of task planning.
We embed archaeological diagnostics, prospection, and rescue measures into permits and contractor inductions to prevent delays.
- Sector-adapted programs for energy, mining, construction, logistics, and manufacturing.
- Socio-environmental audits aligned with operational controls and community commitments.
- Practical adaptations for confined spaces, LOTO, hot work, and lifting operations.
| Service | Deliverable | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental studies (EIA/DAA/PMA) | Impact reports and management plans | Compliance and informed work planning |
| Flora & fauna studies | Species lists and handling protocols | Reduced ecological risk and regulatory approval |
| Archaeology & socio-audits | Diagnostics, rescue plans, audit reports | Fewer work stoppages and community alignment |
| Sector-specific controls | Procedures, training, contractor induction | Practical enforcement on site |
Our approach merges management rigour with field practicality. We help your business meet inspection requirements while keeping operations on schedule.
Our pillars: service quality, client experience, and adaptive innovation
Our approach combines consistent service standards, clear client communication, and pragmatic innovation.
Delivering measurable value with high service standards
We commit to high standards that produce measurable results: closed actions, fewer incidents, and timely deliverables for authorities.
We shape client experiences around clear communication and predictable timelines. This builds long-term trust across sites and projects.
We invest in training for our teams and yours so processes stay compliant as requirements evolve.
Building resilient, future-ready safety and environmental processes
We harden management routines with contingency planning and lessons learned. This keeps systems reliable under pressure.
Innovation is pragmatic: digital checklists, analytics, and remote support only where they cut friction and boost performance.
- Measurable service metrics and audit pass focus.
- Feedback loops that capture worker and supervisor input.
- Resilience to regulatory, technical, and environmental change.
| Pillar | Deliverable | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Quality service | Closed action dashboards | Faster compliance and improved outcomes |
| Client experience | Clear communication plans | Predictable timelines and trust |
| Adaptive innovation | Digital tools & remote support | Lower field friction and scalable control |
Interdisciplinary expertise to manage health, safety, and environment risks
Our team blends technical disciplines to turn complex compliance needs into clear, executable plans.
HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT S.A.S. brings engineering, occupational health, administration, and natural and social sciences together to deliver integrated solutions across projects in Colombia.
We coordinate specialists in hygiene, ergonomics, industrial processes, and field supervision so assessments and controls are technically sound and implementable.
- Align surveillance protocols with exposure profiles and local rules to produce actionable leadership reports.
- Structure management roles that translate policy into daily execution and verifiable outcomes.
- Engage workers, contractors, and communities so commitments are understood and fulfilled across interfaces.
- Embed legal and permit requirements into planning to reduce rework and delays.
| Expertise | Deliverable | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering & Process Control | Control designs and implementation plans | Reduced operational risk and clearer tasks |
| Occupational Health & Hygiene | Surveillance protocols and exposure reports | Evidence-based decisions for leadership |
| Environmental & Social Sciences | Permits, EIAs, and stakeholder plans | Smoother approvals and community alignment |
Visible impact for your organization and the environment
We turn audit data into visible indicators that demonstrate real impact on operations and the environment. Our approach links compliance duties with measurable outcomes so leaders can act with confidence.
Compliance outcomes, operational continuity, and sustainability indicators
We compile Environmental Compliance Reports (ICA), respond to administrative acts and follow-ups, and run socio-environmental audits. These actions support sustained compliance and operational clarity.
We track outcomes with audit-ready evidence that shows closed gaps, current procedures, and field verification that withstands inspection. Our RUC score above 90% since 2020 reflects this integrated performance.
- We stabilize operations by scheduling critical activities so safety controls remain effective during maintenance and turnarounds.
- We define sustainability indicators that link environment performance to routine controls like waste handling and emissions, and we verify them through monitoring.
- We quantify risk reduction using leading indicators, near-miss reporting, and corrective-action cycle times to show real operational gains.
- We verify measures in the field with observations, sampling, and worker interviews to ensure controls are used and effective.
- We consolidate management reviews into clear dashboards that reveal trends, residual risks, and resource needs for executives.
| Focus | Deliverable | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance tracking | ICA & audit evidence | Inspection-ready documentation |
| Operational continuity | Critical activity schedules | Fewer shutdowns and delays |
| Sustainability monitoring | Indicator dashboards | Measured environmental performance |
| Risk quantification | Leading indicator reports | Reduced operational risks |
Partner with us today to strengthen your ARL-aligned safety strategy
Start a focused improvement sprint that aligns ARL obligations with clear actions and visible results. We convert audits and diagnostics into a short, auditable plan with owners, timelines, and measurable goals.
Our team holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 certifications and maintains an RUC score above 90% since 2020. We deliver integrated services—EIA, DAA, PMA, socio-environmental audits, wildlife handling, and archaeological work—to streamline compliance and operational control.
We strengthen surveillance, hygiene sampling, return-to-work protocols, and training so supervisors and crews act with confidence. Contact us to schedule an assessment, align expectations, and launch the first sprint that produces early, verifiable wins.
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