Topic: Health & safety
Authorisation to operate a fork lift truckBecause of the significant risks associated with the fork lift truck operations, it's vital that any untrained people keep well away. It's equally important for you to regularly make it clear to drivers that if... Read more
27 Jan 2012
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
09 Nov 2020
Forklift truck policyYou must have well considered management arrangements for the use of forklift trucks. To ensure that you have a good foundation for their safe use put in place a forklift truck policy. Risks and benefitsEach year there are seve... Read more
01 Sep 2023
Attendance record sheetAll fire training given should be recorded in your fire record book. All records should clearly show when it was completed, by whom, for whom, and details of the session. Information and instructionTo comply with the FSO, you're... Read more
16 Feb 2009
Procedure for using mobile access towersWhilst mobile access towers are safer to use than ladders, their incorrect set-up and use can lead to death and serious injury. For this reason, consider using our procedure as a means of training users in how ... Read more
11 Apr 2009
Personal protective equipment policyDepending on how much PPE is used in your business, it may be worth introducing a policy that sets out how you choose and allocate it to individual employees. Ours covers the key areas.PPE policyAs it isn't always p... Read more
01 Apr 2022
Flow chart - first aid personnel needsYour first aid needs will vary depending on the size and nature of your business. To help you identify them, we've created an easy-to-use flow chart to assist you.Identifying personnel needsOnce you've assessed you... Read more
23 Feb 2024
Asbestos surveyor checklistWhen appointing an asbestos surveyor you should be cautious as not all those offering such services are up to the job. Use our checklist to make an informed choice.Why you need itAsbestos surveying is only lightly regulated... Read more
22 Dec 2015
Display screen equipment (DSE) eye test formWhilst you don't need to openly advertise the fact that you're obliged to pay for an eye test, if requested to do so, it's best to be prepared. So why not use our DSE eye test form to give to an optician?DSE e... Read more
22 Dec 2015
Manual handling policyIf your staff carry out significant manual handling tasks, use our policy to make your arrangements clear.What's covered?Our Manual Handling Policy sets out the current legal position and then goes on to describe the arrangements... Read more
02 Apr 2024