Topic: Health & safety
Asbestos priority assessment algorithmIf you have asbestos-containing materials in your premises you must assess the risk posed by the material. Use our algorithm to do this. Asbestos risk assessmentThe first step in the management of asbestos-contai... Read more
06 May 2016
Work equipment - condition checklistWhen your staff use tools and equipment, they can become damaged and unsafe. Plus, some workers may use the wrong tools for the job. To keep on top of these issues use our inspection checklist.the right toolKeeping... Read more
02 Dec 2015
First aiders payment policyPaying first aiders a small annual amount is a useful motivational tool, as well as an acknowledgement of the valuable contribution they make. Use our policy to set out your basic rules.A motivational toolYou're not required... Read more
05 Jul 2013
Employee training recordThere are many reasons why you should keep track of an employee's training, for example cost or the need to undertake refresher courses. You don't want to go hunting around for this information every time. So use our employee ... Read more
23 Aug 2011
Risk assessment - re-felting a flat roofRe-felting a flat roof is a potentially dangerous activity. Our example risk assessment will ensure the work is done safely.When to use this documentOur Risk Assessment - Re-felting a Flat Roof is based on a co... Read more
28 Nov 2016
Preserving staff dignity statementOur preserving staff dignity statement is essentially a stand-alone policy for you to give to third parties with whom you do business setting out your zero-tolerance approach to aggressive behaviour, violence, bullyi... Read more
14 Aug 2024
Pregnancy-related absence formIf an employee is absent wholly or partly because of pregnancy in the four weeks before her expected week of childbirth, she must notify you of this as soon as is reasonably practicable. Automatic triggerEmployees can... Read more
10 Sep 2019
Trade union recognition agreement Use this agreement where you have voluntarily agreed to recognise a union. Although not strictly necessary to have a written document, it is useful to do so and will make it clear what has been agreed. Enforceab... Read more
05 Oct 2016
Letter warning actions will be viewed as potential gross misconduct The penalty for proven gross misconduct is normally summary dismissal. This means that employment can be terminated without notice or pay. Certain actions, such as workplace violen... Read more
23 Aug 2011
Homeworking checklistAdvances in technology and the coronavirus pandemic have led to an increase in staff working from home. Use our checklist to review the safety of the arrangements.Who's responsible?Although employees are responsible for many aspec... Read more
07 Jul 2023