Topic: Health & safety
Potential claim reportThe advent of "referral fees" and "no-win, no-fee" solicitors has fuelled the compensation culture in which we now find ourselves. However, if you provide your insurer with sufficient information about a potential claim, it may help... Read more
03 Jan 2012
Method statement - erection of a tower scaffold - advanced guard rail systemBecause of the risks associated with erecting a tower scaffold, e.g. manual handling, working at height etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff shoul... Read more
23 Dec 2011
Method statement - erection of a tower scaffold - 3T method Because of the risks associated with erecting tower scaffolds, e.g. manual handling, working at height etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should follow. What ... Read more
23 Dec 2011
Kitchen pest control checklistIf you have a staff canteen or a food business, you need to be sure that you have robust risk controls in place to prevent pest infestations. Using our kitchen pest control checklist will help. What's covered?This form co... Read more
25 Mar 2011
Lifejacket checklistIf your staff use automatic self-inflating lifejackets, they will need to carry out regular checks. Our Lifejacket Checklist will help them to understand what's needed.How to use itBefore you use this checklist obtain a copy of the... Read more
25 Feb 2011
H&S induction - simple arrangementsWhen new staff start you should complete an induction that covers your health and safety arrangements. Use our document to guide you through the process.IntroductionIf you have simple arrangements and operate a low-... Read more
30 Jan 2018
Arson prevention checklistAround 40% of fires in commercial buildings are started deliberately. To reduce the risk to your business, review your arrangements using our checklist. Why use it?Although the majority of arson attacks are carried out by ju... Read more
22 Dec 2015
Hazardous materials registerUse our register to keep a list of any substances on site which could be hazardous in the event of a fire.Why do you need it?Legislation requires businesses to provide information about hazardous materials (unless there's o... Read more
26 Feb 2013
Canteen facilities policyIf you provide your employees with a staff canteen or restaurant, it's useful to include a brief provision in your staff handbook advising them of this discretionary benefit and of the facility's opening hours.Lunch on the jo... Read more
25 Apr 2009
Electrical equipment check sheetOne of the most common sources of ignition is faulty electrical equipment. As such you should carry out visual and more thorough inspections to ensure what you're using isn't a potential fire hazard.Checks on electrical ... Read more
14 Mar 2009