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Corporate Social Responsibility

Since its origin in 1962, Osmond Group Limited has been active in a variety of industries. Independent
businesses that are over 50 years old are quite rare in the 21st century, and our continued progress is a
testament to our own sustainability.

Our team lives and breathes our values, and the evidence is in our daily behaviour and performance.

Workplace:

To engage with our employees to promote a healthy and safe workplace

We have always valued the people and relationships that have carried us this far and enabled us to plan for the future. We are committed to the growth and development of our personnel.

Initiatives include:

  • Annual staff training programme for development and personal growth
  • Bimonthly ‘Big Picture’ update session for all staff
  • Accoustic panel sound insulation installed for improved working environment
  • CORE information and communication portal used by all staff

Marketplace:

To work with key suppliers to establish that they have suitable processes in place to comply with our business ethics and expectations. To ensure that high levels of services and products are provided to customers and that our position in the marketplace is used to raise awareness of CSR.

Openness and transparency are at the core of our business. We understand the importance of delivering value for money services, the evolving needs of an organisation and the significance of having a people centred approach. We value long-term relationships and repeat business is a key element of the way we trade.

Initiatives include:

  • Our knowledge sharing focus
  • Free ‘Top Tips’ information videos made available
  • Regular free webinars
  • Easy feedback opportunities for assessments, installations and training services

Community:

To work with charitable organisations and other stakeholders which share our values, as well as our commitment to improving health and wellbeing

We work with organisations, both locally and nationally, on business education, development and environmental projects. Nationally and internationally, we participate in numerous conferences and workshops, providing education and continuing professional development and support. We also support and promote initiatives addressing children’s health and wellbeing, especially in the context of technology use.

Initiatives include:

  • Cash donations to charities as chosen by staff
  • Chair donations to The Colour Works Foundation

Environment:

To reduce Osmond’s carbon footprint

The company is committed to our long-term policy of reducing environmental impact. We are continuously looking at ways to reduce our carbon footprint and maintain an Environmental Management System in accordance with the requirements of ISO 14001.

Initiatives include:

  • Paper free order processes
  • Use of electric vehicles
  • Eco fabric used for acoustic sound panels installed
  • Regular online training for clients to reduce the impact of travel
  • Electric charging points and cables available for staff and visitors

July 2025

Ergonomics Live: How a Floor Walk Delivered Immediate Impact

The Challenge

A technical team operates in a highly controlled indoor environment, undertaking a combination of intensive screen work and physical tasks involving delicate materials.

Despite having adjustable desks, ergonomic seating, regular DSE assessments and manual handling training, management wanted an independent review to ensure that workstation setups and working habits had not drifted over time.

Our Approach

Osmond Ergonomics & Wellbeing delivered a half-day Ergonomics in Practice Floor Walk, combining:

  • A practical workshop on posture, fatigue and workstation setup
  • One-to-one workstation reviews carried out in the live working environment

Advice was tailored to the team’s specialist equipment, space limitations and physical demands.

The Impact

Out of 14 staff, approximately 50% of workstations were adjusted on the day.

These small but critical changes, including chair height, screen position, and input device placement, immediately reduced strain and improved comfort. The session also refreshed awareness of good working habits, helping prevent the slow return of poor posture that leads to musculoskeletal issues.

Client Feedback

“The session was perfectly pitched for the team. The preparation beforehand made it highly relevant, which is why the team were so engaged.”

Why This Matters

Even in well-managed workplaces, ergonomic drift is common. A simple floor walk delivers quick, measurable improvements that protect wellbeing, reduce injury risk, and boost productivity.

As many services move towards virtual delivery for speed and convenience, this case also highlights the enduring value of being physically present in the working environment. Observing people at work and providing live, individualised feedback allows for nuanced, practical adjustments that simply cannot be replicated remotely.

That’s what makes our floor walking service so valuable and impactful for both individuals and organisations.