Topic: Health & safety
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Risk Assessments (177)
Daily excavations formGuidance issued by the HSE suggests that excavations should be inspected each shift before work starts and the results recorded. You can use our template to record your findings. Site details You should use the first part of the... Read more
01 Oct 2012
Annual subcontractor appraisal questionnaireIf you subcontract, it's important to check that any businesses you use are appropriately insured and capable of completing the work in a safe manner. Achieve this by using our document. It isn't difficultUsi... Read more
04 Feb 2014
Laptop use policyWhilst laptops have undoubtedly boosted the productivity of staff outside the office, they can lead to aches and pains if misused. To combat this, introduce a Laptop Use Policy.Safe use of laptopsLaptops are now a vital piece of offi... Read more
14 Aug 2009
Vaccination policyIf you've determined that your staff need or would benefit from particular vaccines, you should develop a suitable policy before beginning your vaccination programme.LegislationThe Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 requires you... Read more
14 May 2021
Contractor checklistDue to the relatively high level of fatalities and accidents within the construction industry, you should take steps to vet any contractors that you plan on using for projects. A checklist system is a good way of doing this.Select... Read more
01 Mar 2009
Domestic abuse policyOur domestic abuse policy is aimed at protecting both your employees and the business from the detrimental impact of domestic abuse. You owe a duty to your employees to protect their health, safety and welfare at work as far as r... Read more
10 Aug 2021
Risk assessment policyAs part of your health and safety policy, you should identify your arrangements for managing the risk assessment process. Our sample Risk Assessment Policy document will help you to set out your position.Managing the processOur ... Read more
15 Feb 2009
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
05 Apr 2024
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
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
