Workplace and Environment
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Guidance note - duty of careWaste is a dirty business at the best of times, but not complying with one of the many laws that control waste disposal in the UK can cost you dearly. To help you decipher these laws, why not use our guidance note?What is ... Read more
22 Dec 2015
Guidance note - managing hazardous wasteIf you need to dispose of batteries, chemicals, oils, etc. you must comply with the hazardous waste legislation. Our guidance note explains how this applies to your business as a waste producer.What is hazardou... Read more
22 Dec 2015
Waste transfer noteWhen waste is taken from your site, a waste transfer note must be completed. It should identify the nature and quantity of the waste, and the location of the site it's being taken to. Never allow waste to be taken away without one. ... Read more
22 Dec 2015
Fire awareness training checksheetStaff need to be trained in basic fire safety awareness including any particular information and procedures relating to your premises. To be sure that you've covered everything, use our fire awareness training checksh... Read more
22 Dec 2015
Fire marshal checklistTaking charge of an area in the event of a fire is something that should only be carried out by someone with the appropriate knowledge. Our fire marshal checklist shows you what level of instruction is required. How to use itFir... Read more
22 Dec 2015
Letter declining a referenceAny reference you provide about an ex-employee must be a true, fair and accurate reflection of that individual. But - as the motto goes - if you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all! This approach protects your... Read more
22 Dec 2015
Letter advising of NMW rate increase (due to age)The national minimum wage (NMW) is paid according to an employee's age. So a birthday can mean that they're entitled to a present from you in the shape of a pay rise! You should always write to them abou... Read more
22 Dec 2015
Accidental release of asbestos instructionsIf your work has the potential to disturb asbestos you'll need to take every reasonable step to prevent this from happening. But just in case your precautions fail, use our template instructions as a back-up ... Read more
22 Dec 2015
Asbestos statement (for premises with no identified asbestos)If you are responsible for the repair and maintenance of your premises, then you have a "duty to manage asbestos", including making an assessment as to whether any is present or could be. The... Read more
22 Dec 2015
Asbestos surveyor checklistWhen appointing an asbestos surveyor you should be cautious as not all those offering such services are up to the job. Use our checklist to make an informed choice.Why you need itAsbestos surveying is only lightly regulated... Read more
22 Dec 2015