What Problems do Businesses Face?
For many small and medium size companies who cannot justify a full time H&S manager this is a difficult and time consuming task. Even if there is one in place, things change, procedures, systems of work, work equipment, not to mention the ever changing world of H&S legislation, so unless you keep on top of this, your policy slowly becomes out of date, and un-reflective of the way your business operates. This document then starts to gather dust on a shelf somewhere until there's an accident or a client request and then the panic begins.
The solution
We'll draw up a policy specific to your business detailing all the various requirements, such as:
- Statement of Intent – This sets out your general approach to ensuring your employees and others are safe and how you intent to satisfy the statutory requirements place upon you.
- Organisation Section – Outlines who will be responsible for carrying out the various obligations such as completion of risk assessments, controlling fire safety measures.
- Arrangements Section – Outlines how the specific tasks will be carried out such as, dealing with visitors, first aid provisions, reporting accidents, provision of training etc.
- Specific Polices – These provide staff with the general rules and procedures required by the company and act as a reference tool to ensure activities are carried out in line with legal requirements.
