Health and Safety Policy Statement

Precision Lift Services Limited recognises that it has a legal duty of care towards protecting the health and safety of its employees and others who may be affected by the Company's activities.

In order to discharge its responsibility the management will:

  • provide an organisational structure that defines the responsibilities for health and safety;
  • ensure that the systems and procedures relating to this Policy Statement are rigorously applied;
  • provide adequate control of the health and safety risks arising from our work activities;
  • consult with our employees on matters affecting their health and safety;
  • provide and maintain safe plant and equipment;
  • ensure the safe handling and use of hazardous substances;
  • provide information, instruction and supervision for employees;
  • provide adequate training and ensure that all employees are competent to carry out their tasks;
  • prevent accidents and cases of work-related ill health;
  • maintain safe and healthy working conditions;
  • satisfy itself that any organisation who is contracted to carry out work for the Company is able to demonstrate it pays due regard to health and safety matters;
  • bring this Policy Statement to the attention of all employees and seek their co-operation in supporting the management in its efforts to establish and maintain a safe and healthy working environment.

This Health and Safety Policy Statement and its associated organisational arrangements, systems and procedures, will be reviewed at least annually and revised if necessary to reflect changes to the business activities. Any changes to the Policy will be brought to the attention of all employees.

Mr Graham More, Chairman
Issue date: June 2006
Review date: 31st May 2007

ORGANISATION FOR CARRYING OUT THE POLICY

Responsibility of Chairman

The Chairman of the Company, Mr. Graham More, recognises and accepts overall responsibility for health and safety, and will ensure that arrangements are in place to satisfy Health and Safety Regulations and Codes of Practice that are applicable.

The Chairman shall delegate specific responsibilities to the Company management personnel. As new projects emerge, the names of responsible persons will be notified and the list amended accordingly.

Responsibility of Managing Director

The Managing Director, Mr. Ian Reynolds, is responsible for ensuring that all arrangements outlined in this policy are adhered to and updated as necessary. Employees and contractors/visitors are free to contact, and are actively encouraged to contact, the General Manager regarding health and safety matters.

Responsibility of Directors, Managers and Supervisors

Directors, Managers and Supervisors carry the responsibility of day-to-day arrangements outlined in this policy.

In addition, their responsibility shall be to:

  • be familiar with the Health and Safety regulations and company policy applicable to their area of responsibility and insist that the prescribed standards are observed;
  • ensure, so far is reasonably practicable, that safe systems of work are in place;
  • maintain a tidy workplace, arrange for regular clean-up periods and appoint personnel responsible;
  • insist that all persons under their control, including employees, contractors, self-employed and visitors, wear the appropriate personal protective equipment;
  • ensure that adequate means of access and exit are maintained at all times;
  • provide safety equipment/clothing and ensure its proper use by all personnel;
  • make certain that all operators who use equipment have been fully trained to use such equipment;
  • ensure that all equipment, including power and hand tools are maintained in good condition;
  • ensure that adequate fire fighting equipment is available and replace used or defective equipment;
  • ensure that first aid boxes are maintained properly;
  • ensure that all contractors comply with company safety procedures;
  • accompany the Health and Safety Officer on routine inspections and co-operate with them on all health and safety matters;
  • set a personal example by wearing the safety equipment provided.

Responsibility of Health and Safety Officer: Managing Director - Mr. Ian Reynolds

A Health and Safety Officer has been appointed to ensure that the Company complies with its obligations, under the Health and Safety at work, etc., Act 1974 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999. The Health and Safety Officer's primary function will be to advise and monitor all aspects of safety, health and welfare in the Company.

In addition, the responsibility of the Health and Safety Officer shall be to:

  • advise the Managing Director on the implementation of this policy and any revisions required;
  • carry out periodic site surveys and document findings for management;
  • advise management on Laws, Regulations and Directives which impinge on Company activities;
  • advise on and monitor statutory tests on plant and equipment;
  • monitor accidents/dangerous occurrences and provide regular reports to the Managing Director with advice on remedial action;
  • consult with the Environmental Health Officer (EHO)/Health and Safety Executive (HSE) when required;
  • meet with the EHO/HSE Inspector on visits to the Company;
  • investigate any reportable accident and advise the Managing Director on the position regarding the injured party, potential claims, insurance or EHO/HSE implications;
  • prepare an annual report on the management of health and safety and on performance in endeavouring to reduce the number of accidents and improving housekeeping and efficiency in the workplace.

Responsibility of Safety Advisor

The Company's Safety Advisor will ensure that the Company is aware of its obligations under the Health and Safety at Work, etc., Act 1974 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (Regulation 7[8]). The Safety Advisor's primary function will be to advise and monitor all aspects of health, safety and welfare in the Company.

In addition, the responsibility of the Safety Advisor shall be to:

  • advise the Directors on the implementation of this policy and on any revision required;
  • carry out periodic site surveys and document findings for management;
  • advise on and monitor statutory inspections of plant and equipment;
  • consult with the Environmental Health Department, Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the Employment Medical Advisory Service (EMAS) when required;
  • meet with the enforcing authority inspector on visits to the Company as required;
  • ensure management is kept informed of all changes in legislation that may affect the Company Health and Safety Policy;
  • provide competent safety advice to all company personnel as required;
  • advise on the health and safety training needs of the Company;
  • investigate all Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995 (RIDDOR) reportable accidents and dangerous occurrences with a view to instigating measures to prevent recurrence;
  • advise on the provision, issue and maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and encourage the use of equipment provided.

Responsibility of all Employees

It is the responsibility of all employees to co-operate in the implementation of this Health and Safety Policy within their areas of influence. All employees have a legal duty to ensure their own safety and the safety of others (for example, colleagues, visitors, contractors) under the Health and Safety at Work, etc., Act 1974. Employees must therefore:

  • comply with safety rules, operating instructions and working procedures laid down in their area of work and take reasonable care, to the best of their knowledge, to avoid injury to themselves and others;
  • use all equipment and protective clothing in the correct manner where and when it is required;
  • employees must report any fault or deficiency in the equipment immediately to their line manager or supervisor;
  • report all accidents (however minor), injuries, near misses, spillages and any other potential safety hazard promptly to their line manager or supervisor;
  • not misuse anything provided in the interest of health and safety.