Health & Safety Services

For the Timber, Joinery & Furniture Sectors

Established in 1984, we specialise in working with joinery companies, timber merchants, and furniture manufacturers, offering expert Health & Safety services tailored to the unique needs of your trade.

Welcome to SEFTA Safety

Supporting the South East’s woodworking industries since 1984

At SEFTA Safety, we’re proud to provide expert support and health & safety services to the woodworking sector. Whether you’re a joinery workshop, timber merchant, or furniture manufacturer, SEFTA is here to help you stay safe, compliant, and confident in your operations.

We’ve been working with businesses like yours across the South East for over 40 years. Our team understands the unique challenges of the woodworking industry, and we specialise in providing practical, professional support that fits your needs.

From tailored health & safety training to on-site inspections, risk assessments, and ongoing compliance advice, we’re here to help you meet your legal responsibilities and protect your workforce.

Why SEFTA?

Established since 1984 – Trusted by businesses across the region for over four decades
Specialists in woodworking industries – Including joinery, timber, and furniture manufacturing
Member-based support – Join a network of like-minded professionals and benefit from shared knowledge
Fully insured & IOSH affiliated – Professional, up-to-date and dependable advice
Responsive, on-site service – Support when and where you need it most

A Practical Partner in Compliance

SEFTA isn’t just a consultancy – we’re part of the community. We work closely with our members to keep up with industry changes, legal updates, and best practices.

Whether you need annual audits, help with documentation, or ad-hoc support, we’re ready to assist.

Client Testimonials

See what members say about working with SEFTA.

"Partnering with SEFTA has been a game-changer for our organisation. Their expertise, professionalism, and commitment to excellence in health and safety have gone above and beyond our expectations. From comprehensive risk assessments to tailored training programs, every service they provide is delivered with care, clarity, and a deep understanding of compliance requirements. Thanks to their proactive approach, we’ve significantly improved our safety culture. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to any business serious about protecting their people and future."

Nicola WisdomImpressions Joinery

"We engaged with SEFTA Safety to review and support the development of our health and safety systems, including workshop risk assessments, COSHH compliance, safe systems of work, and staff training delivery. From the outset, they demonstrated a strong understanding of the specific hazards and pressures found in a manufacturing environment like ours.
Their practical, no-nonsense approach helped us implement meaningful improvements without unnecessary red tape. They provided detailed audits, clear action plans, and hands-on support that resulted in greater staff awareness, improved documentation, and overall confidence that our health and safety obligations are being met fully."

Metiisto Design LtdJoinery Manufacturing

"Our previous experience with Health and Safety companies resulted in us being left with lots of paperwork that required us filling it out ourselves. SEFTA has proven more cost effective, and all the paperwork gets done for us."

James Hutching Hutchings Timber

"After setting up my joinery business in 2018, I knew I would need help with my Health and safety. I had previously worked with SEFTA at my previous company and I found them to be very helpful and professional.
In 2019 I contacted SEFTA regarding my Health and Safety, explaining I have just set up my own joinery and need someone to do my Health and Safety from the complete beginning. SEFTA happily accepted the challenge for the past 6 years. I have been very happy with all the help and advice. I feel they have really gone the extra mile.
I would happily recommend SEFTA to someone."

Damen FoordD Foord Joinery Ltd

Join SEFTA Today

Serving joinery and timber businesses across the South East of England

Be part of a long-established, supportive network of woodworking professionals. With our specialist Health & Safety knowledge, practical support, and member-first approach, SEFTA is here to help your business stay compliant, safe, and well-informed.

Get in touch to learn more or arrange a consultation.