Workplace and Environment

Confined spaces policyIf your staff or contractors work in confined spaces, use our policy to explain the risks and how they are controlled. What's covered?The document begins with a definition of "confined spaces", i.e. that these can be places with re... Read more

Display screen equipment policyAs display screen equipment is a regular feature of any business, it's useful to have a policy that sets out how you implement the legal requirements surrounding its use. Our template will get you started.Keeping up to d... Read more

Contractor selection policyThere are various legal requirements which apply to the appointment of contractors. In particular, you need to take reasonable steps to check that they are able to do the work safely. Our Contractor Selection Policy will he... Read more

Electrical safety policyElectricity can be taken for granted, so it's easy to forget the number of accidents and fires it causes. Why not use our policy to help in managing these risks?Using the templateWe've written our Electrical Safety Policy so tha... Read more

First aid at work policyUnless your first aid arrangements are very basic, e.g. one first aider and a first aid kit, it's beneficial to have a formal policy to detail how you approach and manage first aid. This will help to show everyone in the busine... Read more

Food safety policyIf you prepare, sell or serve food or drinks on your premises, you need to ensure that basic food hygiene standards are met and maintained. To set out your position on food safety, use our policy.Fit for consumptionWhen staff or cus... Read more