About Us

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Local Kent Expertise, Regional Delivery Excellence

At Safety Inspections (UK-SE) Ltd, we deliver thorough, independent inspection, testing, and compliance services nationwide. Operating from our head office in Ashford, Kent, our experienced engineers travel across the country to ensure your business meets its statutory compliance obligations with absolute confidence. We combine high technical standards with personal, dedicated service—ensuring every site we visit receives the highest level of care.

Operating from our central headquarters in Ashford, Kent, our engineering team enjoys rapid connection routes to major commercial hubs across London, the Thames Gateway, and the wider South East. We understand the operational pressures faced by duty holders and tailor our delivery around your building's specific occupancy patterns and operational priorities.

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Our Story & Legacy

Safety Inspections was originally founded in 2002 by Tim Harris, who led the business successfully for over two decades. Tim began his career as an apprentice with British Rail before transitioning into the insurance industry, where he specialised in electrical, lift, crane, and LEV inspections. This deep, hands-on engineering experience shaped the foundational values of the company: technical rigour, honesty, and genuine care for both clients and staff.


Managing Director James Lapish worked under Tim’s mentorship for nearly a decade, eventually taking over operational management so Tim could enjoy his well-earned retirement. Tragically, following a brief battle with cancer, Tim passed away in 2022. To honour the lasting legacy, trust, and strong client relationships built over 20 years, Safety Inspections (UK-SE) Ltd was established. Built on the exact same ethics, morals, and dedication to excellence that Tim instilled, our team continues to uphold his vision today.

Safety Inspections Today

Today, James Lapish leads a dedicated team composed of long-standing core staff alongside skilled new talent as we continue to grow. Following our move to expanded premises in 2025, we have enhanced our service capabilities—marking the next exciting chapter in a story that began more than two decades ago.

Uncompromised Quality:

We operate robust internal quality controls, providing clear, actionable, and legally sound compliance documentation that withstands external auditing.

Proactive Safety Culture:

We treat safety not as a simple checklist, but as a critical operational obligation designed to protect occupants, visitors, and long-term asset values.

Transparent Reporting & Pricing:

No hidden call-out charges or unexpected fees. We provide fully itemized estimates and prioritized remedial action plans based on actual risk profiles.

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