COMAH Legal Actions

Are you a duty holder under the Control of Major Accident Hazards (COMAH)? If so, you may have received an enforcement action from the COMAH competent authorities (Health and Safety Executive and the Environment Agency). This could be in the form of a "COMAH action legal," a "COMAH improvement notice," or in extreme cases, a "COMAH prohibition notice." We understand that this can be a daunting process, which is why we are here to help you. 

Failing to demonstrate compliance with COMAH regulations can have serious consequences for duty holders, resulting in legal action. This could be due to neglecting certain activities or not having the necessary confidence and competence to provide the required information. Unfortunately, this often leads to a reactive approach, where duty holders are forced to spend time and resources responding to legal action instead of proactively managing the situation. Common challenges include.

Prior to the issue of a COMAH regulatory action.

• Understanding the regulatory requirements and presenting the necessary information.
• Confidently explaining the subject matter to the regulatory authorities. 

Following the issue of a COMAH regulatory action.

• Navigating through extensive HSE and EA communications.
• Understanding technical and legal jargon from the HSE and EA. 
• Identifying the problem and selecting the optimum and sustainable solution. 

Process Safety Consulting is a company dedicated to helping businesses stay compliant with COMAH regulations. We believe that prevention is always better than cure and provide early advice before COMAH intervention meetings. Our experienced COMAH consultants are well-versed in the technical details and provide the best resolution when legal action is encountered. We strive to help our clients navigate the challenging waters of COMAH compliance and find the right path to success. With Process Safety Consulting, you can be sure that you are in safe hands.