About Us

Chris Cheetham
Founder & CEO

Chris believes that conserving our environment is the most pressing issue we currently face. There can be no greater priority than ensuring there is a sustainable, biodiverse world for future generations to enjoy and prosper in.

Since graduating in Environmental Science he has pursued a career in business development and commercial leadership with a desire to enact environmental change from the front. He began working in the exciting world of electric vehicle charging in 2016 and has never looked back.

He cares deeply about ensuring the mass adoption of electric vehicles is simple and easily accepted by all. He also loves to get nerdy about the transition to sustainable energy generation, storage and consumption this unlocks.

When not pouring his energy into maintaining EV chargers, you'll find Chris either running, playing board games, at a metal gig, or spending time with his young family.

Our Advisory Board

We are honoured to have the support of our incredible advisory board members, giving crucial insight and guidance from multiple industry sectors.

Andy Murdy

Andy Murdy has 30 years international health and safety experience within corporate and construction environments.

He has worked in the power sector for CEGB, Powergen, and E.ON in the UK, Europe, Asia, and the Americas. He also spent 6 years as Head of Health & Safety at Pod Point (now Pod), navigating a start-up to scale-up business, in a new sector, through both new and old challenges around people, behaviour and legislation.

Since 2012 he has been running his own consultancy providing services to Alstom, CLP (Hong Kong), E.ON, PSP Elsewedy (Egypt) and Siemens (UK, Asia, Africa) as well as a range of specialist clients in construction, manufacturing and the service industries.

Now focusing his efforts on the energy transition and EV charging space, Andy has shown continued commitment to a sustainable transition which puts user and technical safety at the heart of business operations.

Having been a champion for Safer Charging since the very beginning, instantly grasping the importance of the mission, we couldn’t be more delighted to have Andy join the Advisory Board.

Chris Chandler

Chris Chandler has been a high-profile fleet management and sustainable transport consultant for nearly 30 years, working with organisations such as The Energy Saving Trust, HMRC, Go Ultra Low, OZEV, the BVRLA and ACFO/AFP. He is a recognised expert in alternative fuels and electrification and has been in the GreenFleet 100 Most Influential people, for the last 7 years currently residing at number 26.

He is a multi-award-winning consultant who is a regular speaker or panel expert at conferences and events and is passionate about the transition to electric vehicles.

He has led industry innovations, has a strong commercial grounding, and practical approach in understanding what the market needs for successful EV transition.

With his experience of working with start-up companies in the sustainability sector, coupled with his respected industry presence, the Safer Charging Advisory Board is greatly benefited by Chris’ presence.

Alastair Marr

Alastair Marr started his company, Eyesore Merch, in 2011. They have since grown to become a global brand specialising in music and entertainment merchandise as well as physical audio in the form of vinyl records and CDs.

They largely operate in the world of online retail selling via their own website as well as globally across Amazon & eBay marketplaces. They also appear at many major UK music festivals taking their wide range of products directly to live music fans.

With experience of starting and scaling an international brand, as well as e-commerce and distribution, Alastair brings valuable experience to the Safer Charging Advisory Board.

Our
Values

The keys to delivering our mission in the right way

Safety-first - We want everyone to return home safely at the end of the day so we prioritise the health and safety of our employees, customers, and communities above all else. We are committed to maintaining a safe working environment, adhering to the highest safety standards, and continuously improving our practices to prevent harm and promote well-being.
Integrity - We operate with honesty, transparency, and strong ethical principles, fostering trust and accountability in all our interactions.
Sustainability: We are committed to responsible practices that protect our planet and contribute positively to the communities we serve, ensuring a sustainable future. We are committed to reducing wastage whereever possible.
Inclusivity & Belonging: We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and strengthen our collective success, and we are committed to creating a culture of belonging for all.
Innovation: We embrace creativity and continuous improvement, constantly seeking new ideas, collaborations, and technologies to push boundaries and deliver groundbreaking results.

Why charge point maintenance?

Having seen a breadth of commercial models and client use cases develop over the years there are many interesting avenues of development happening in the world of EV charging but one thing has remained constant; the need for reliable charging infrastructure which businesses can confidently build their operations around.

Safer Charging was borne from a desire to give businesses the confidence to adopt EV's and take away ongoing concerns about their EV charging estate.

Whilst the EV market has changed considerably since the early days (when popular opinion said they were just capable of being milk floats) the same cannot always be said of the charge points which they rely upon. There are many legacy charge points still in active use and new infrastructure being deployed at a phenomenal rate to stay ahead of demand.

Whether a charge point is newly installed or has been around for some time it could be prone to certain failures or unforeseen events.

Most maintenance regimes only look at electrical compliance, we believe EV charging requires a more holistic appraoch.

The importance of staying ahead of potential issues cannot be understated, particularly where the safety of colleagues or the general public could be at risk. Even if there is no health risk present, the costs of charge points being out of service can be huge for operational fleets & CPO's, damaging for brand association, or those needing to see expected RoI's.

Safer Charging offer a range of services designed to give you peace of mind and meet your stautory obligations around electrical safety. Click below to see more detail:

For sites with existing chargers

For new charging projects

CPO & OEM Services