Consultancy Services
Providing expert Safety in Design, WHS and CPTED consulting support for large or small projects and organisations
Design decisions shape how people interact with buildings and infrastructure — long before construction begins.
Our experienced consultant team supports designers, engineers and project teams to identify risks early, eliminate hazards and meet their WHS duties. We can support you in designing structures, building WHS strategy and processes, or providing external expert assurance
At Safe Design Australia, we provide specialist consulting services for SID, WHS and CPTED — with a focus on making safety practical and applicable in real projects. We work alongside organisations to embed clear thinking, structured processes and defensible decisions into real projects.
You may only need one — or a combination — depending on your organisation, project risk profile and internal capability.
Together, they form a connected approach to managing design risk, strengthening governance and building long-term capability.
Our consulting services span four core areas: policy and systems, assurance, capability building and ongoing advisory support.
Because good design across Safety in Design, WHS and CPTED doesn’t come from ticking boxes — it comes from thinking clearly, early, and with intent.
Our consulting services
We provide Safety in Design, WHS and CPTED consulting services across four core areas. You can engage one — or combine them — depending on your organisation, projects and risk profile.
Policies are one thing. Evidence, effectiveness and real-world implementation are another.
Our Assurance Services
We deliver structured, independent reviews tailored to your risk profile and organisational needs.
We design and implement practical WHS, Safety in Design and CPTED governance systems, including policies, procedures and frameworks tailored to your organisation.
Independent audits, reviews and gap analysis to verify your systems, strengthen compliance and support defensible decision-making.
Bespoke training and Safety in Design workshops designed to build internal capability across leadership, project teams and operational staff.
Flexible, ongoing access to Safety in Design, WHS and CPTED consulting expertise, including project input and critical incident support when you need it.
Who we work with
We work with organisations involved in the design, delivery and management of buildings and infrastructure, including:
- Government agencies
- Developers and contractors
- Architectural and engineering consultancies
- Project managers
- Asset owners and operators
Our clients are typically managing complex projects, navigating WHS obligations or strengthening internal capability.
What Makes SDA Assurance Different?
Independent & Objective
We are not auditing our own systems. Our reviews provide an external, defensible perspective.
Design-Specific Expertise
We understand designer duties, not just general safety management.
Practical, Not Theoretical
Recommendations are realistic and aligned with how design and construction projects actually operate.
Board & Executive Ready Reporting
Our reports are structured for leadership-level clarity — not just technical compliance.
Practical, not theoretical
Our advice is grounded in a broad range of projects, hands on experience, and understanding how teams and projects actually work.
Specialist, not generalist
We focus on Safety in Design, WHS and CPTED in the context of design and project management
Governance-aligned
We support clear decision-making, leadership visibility and regulatory defensibility.
Connected approach
Our services align across policy, projects, training and advisory — providing consistency without unnecessary complexity
Capability-focused
Capability-focused
