Cambs Compressors Newsletter Spring 2025

www.cambscompressors.co.uk How Scheduling Fuels Our Success Arlene Rippon, Cambs Compressors’ scheduler, ensures field engineer efficiency through meticulous planning and coordination. Her role, akin to a “jigsaw puzzle,” involves optimising schedules and parts availability. Drawing from her HGV compliance background, she prioritises detail and smooth operations. Team spirit is vital, fostering collaboration and efficiency. The four-day work week, though initially challenging, has improved work-life balance and focus. Utilizing SIMPRO software has streamlined operations and provided real-time schedule visibility, enhancing efficiency. Arlene finds satisfaction in contributing to smooth operations and client satisfaction. She values Cambs Compressors’ employee-focused, technology-investing, and customer-first approach, and looks forward to continued success with the company. Navigating Compressed Air Compliance in the UK This mandates Written Schemes of Examination (WSE), regular inspections by competent persons, and meticulous record-keeping to prevent pressure equipment failures. The HSE provides comprehensive guidance through documents like L122, “Safety of pressure systems,” the Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) for PSSR, and INDG261, “Pressure Systems Safety,” a summary guide. The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) ensures that all work equipment, including compressed air systems, is safe to use and properly maintained. HSE document L22, “Safe Use of Work Equipment,” serves as the ACOP for PUWER. Other essential regulations include the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH), the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, and the Noise at Work Regulations 2005, addressing specific hazards like oil mist, electrical safety, and noise levels. The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) also provides valuable guidance and best practices. Essential Compliance Measures Compliance requires several key actions. A (WSE), created by a competent person, details necessary inspections and tests. Competent individuals must conduct these inspections, testing, and maintenance. Regular inspections, thorough record- keeping, and adequate training for all personnel are mandatory. Risk assessments must identify and mitigate potential hazards. Proactive Compliance and Safety Assurance To avoid costly HSE interventions, fines, and insurance invalidation, UK companies must prioritise compressed air system compliance. Cambs Compressors offers a free compliance check, a “dummy run” inspection, to ensure systems meet regulatory standards. This proactive approach helps businesses maintain safety and avoid legal repercussions. By understanding and adhering to these regulations, companies can ensure the safe and efficient operation of their compressed air systems. Compressed air systems in the UK are subject to stringent regulations, primarily the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 (PSSR). How Our 4-Day Work Week is a Win for All Cambs Compressors implemented a 4-day work week for all staff, splitting the team to ensure continuous Monday-Friday coverage. This initiative aimed to enhance service and improve employee well-being without reducing service levels. Longer shifts on scheduled days have increased scheduling flexibility, reduced client downtime, and improved response times for urgent callouts. With half the team available on Mondays and Fridays, a balance between employee rest and service coverage is maintained. Employees enjoy improved work-life balance, reduced stress, and increased job satisfaction, thanks to the three-day weekend. The 4-day week, available after 12 months of employment, rewards commitment and ensures experienced staff handle client needs. Clients benefit from more efficient, in-depth maintenance visits and fewer return trips, minimising operational disruptions. Longer working days also allow for greater scheduling flexibility, accommodating client needs more effectively. The 4-day week has proven a success, demonstrating that innovative work structures can benefit employees and clients alike. At Cambs Compressors, we’re committed to finding innovative ways to support both our people and our clients. And as we continue to refine and improve how we work, one thing remains certain – our focus on delivering the best possible service, every single day. Annthea Fryer Finance and HR Director, Cambs Compressors Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 (PSSR) Arlene Rippon Scheduler, Cambs Compressors