Grontmij has been recognised by Morgan Est for providing a proactive solution to a potential safety issue.

Strong competition
 
A new manhole cover design, which was put forward by Grontmij operations manager, Andy Wilson, has subsequently gone on to receive a prestigious award in the ‘Health and Safety’ category at Morgan Est’s Supply Chain Awards 2009. The ceremony, which was held at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry, was attended by over 350 people and attracted over 50 award submissions across four categories.
 
Following the presentation of the award, Morgan Est announced that Severn Trent Water is considering using the design in future major capital works.
 
Innovative approach to health and safety
 
Simon Beatham, Morgan Est supply chain director said, “The winners demonstrate the strength of our supply chain and these relationships are critical to us as we move forward as a company.”
 
Director for health and safety, Andy Carpenter, added, “Organisations who wish to take a leading role in health and safety need to continually seek to improve and embrace innovation. Grontmij is one of those companies, and starting with an in-house design initiative followed by engagement with like-minded delivery partners, this has culminated in a new concept in manhole protection. This will in turn lead to a safer working environment for all those involved throughout its life cycle of construction, inspection and maintenance.”