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Policy
Volunteer policyIf you use volunteers to help out occasionally, you still have health and safety responsibilities towards them. So to avoid any doubt, put a policy in place that describes how you will manage these volunteers.Managing volunteersA grow... Read more
06 Sep 2009
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Checklist
Principal contractor assessment checklistIf more than one contractor is involved in your construction project, the client must appoint a principal contractor. But how do you ensure that your appointee is competent for the role? Use our principal cont... Read more
28 Feb 2017
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Checklist
Organisational responsibilities matrixHealth and safety policies comprise three parts: a general statement of intent; a description of the responsibilities allocated to fulfil the policy (known as your "Organisation"); and details of the "Arrangements" f... Read more
UPDATED05 Apr 2024
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Form
Document registerKeeping control of health and safety documents can be a challenge. Use our register to make it clear what you have and what you need.Why you might need it?It's likely that you will have a number of risk assessments, policies, procedur... Read more
01 Jul 2017
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Policy
New and expectant mothers policyEmployees who are pregnant or have recently given birth need extra care and attention to protect them from workplace hazards. Use our policy to demonstrate that you have all the health and safety laws in this area cove... Read more
10 May 2009
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Form
Fire check recordOur record form is designed to be a short and simple document to keep track of regular fire safety checks. What's covered?Cut downMost fire safety logbooks include separate sheets for fire alarms, fire doors, extinguishers, etc. This ... Read more
28 Apr 2014
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Miscellaneous
Contractor appraisal questionnaireBusinesses are under a legal obligation to check the competence of their contractors, and the simplest way of doing this is to use a questionnaire. To make it less of a burden on both sides, our contractor appraisal ... Read more
03 Jan 2016
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Policy
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
22 Dec 2015
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Checklist
Construction phase plan checklistIf you're acting as principal contractor for a large construction project, your construction phase plan will need to be detailed. Our checklist will guide you through what to include.  When you need oneA construction ... Read more
02 Dec 2015
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Safety Briefing
Safety briefing - Safety footwearIf the correct footwear is not worn, accidents which would otherwise cause little harm could result in serious injury. Use our briefing to ensure that your staff understand your safety rules and the reasons behind the... Read more
30 Apr 2019
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