The awards, run by the British Safety Council, honour organisations with good safety practices and a commitment to health and safety. Last year they attracted a record level of interest and more than 1,000 companies received awards.
All applicants must set out their safety practices and the qualifications of their safety officers and provide details of two significant advances in health and safety during the year.
Sir Neville Purvis, KCB, director general of the Safety Council, said: "The National Safety Awards highlight organisations that reach the top levels of health and safety.
"They mark a proven and significant achievement in safety standards."
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