Topic: Health & safety
Lifting operations policyIf you make use of cranes whether mobile, tower, overhead, lorry-mounted etc., or use other plant for lifting, such as excavators, you should have clear safety arrangements for their use. Why do you need it?Companies increasi... Read more
01 Nov 2013
Client's demolition and dismantling checklistTaking down redundant buildings can be dangerous, even where small structures are involved. If you're planning this kind of work, use our checklist to make sure it's done safely and you meet your obligations ... Read more
03 Jul 2015
Small contractor appraisal questionnaire Before employing a contractor for the first time, you need identify that they're set up to manage safety risks. Our document will help you to do this.Limited arrangementsIf you employ contractors with fewer tha... Read more
13 Nov 2015
Safety briefing - food contamination hazards and controlsAn understanding of food contamination and how to avoid it is essential for all food handlers. Use our briefing to cover the necessary points.How to use itOur Safety Briefing - Food Contaminati... Read more
07 Jun 2021
Manager's health and safety induction checklistMost organisations have an established process for inducting their new starters. But what health and safety information must be covered if the new employee is taking up a management role? Keeping controlM... Read more
01 Oct 2015
Shared premises health and safety checklistIf you control a premises which has more than one commercial tenant you'll have a mix of health and safety responsibilities. Use our checklist to audit your current arrangements.Who's in charge?You may have a ... Read more
06 Dec 2021
Offer of suitable alternative work during pregnancyIf, for health and safety reasons, a pregnant employee or an employee who has recently given birth cannot continue to perform her normal job duties, you are obliged to offer her suitable alternative ... Read more
02 Jul 2021
Safety briefing - hygieneThis briefing addresses the key risks and control measures needed to manage workplace hygiene.What's covered?The aim of this Safety Briefing - Hygiene is to ensure that all staff are fully aware of the potential risks associat... Read more
25 Nov 2015
Outdoor catering checklistIf you're a food business orĀ organising an event which includes outdoor catering, you should pay attention to the safety of outdoor catering activities. Use our checklist to help you get it right.Starting from scratchNot on... Read more
02 Jul 2013
Health and safety record keepingMany pieces of health and safety legislation include a requirement to retain records, such as risk assessments, accident reports, etc. Use our new guide to check that you're on track.Hidden requirementsTo ensure that yo... Read more
06 Sep 2021