Health and safety

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

Summary of client's responsibilitiesClients of construction work have detailed responsibilities for health and safety under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015). Our summary will help you to understand what's required.wh... Read more

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

Construction minor works - pre-start checklistBefore carrying out building alterations, repairs or maintenance, it's sensible to check that the key safety arrangements are in place. Use our checklist as a pre-requisite before any such work begins.Usin... Read more

Construction site safety induction recordOur document helps to ensure that the right information is covered and provides a comprehensive record of what was included. Plus, it makes sure that completing the record is the worker's responsibility.  What... Read more

H&S induction - site-based staffWhen you employ new staff, it's vital to make them aware of your health and safety arrangements. If they work on a construction site, use our document to identify what to cover and as a detailed record sheet. Get the me... Read more

Small contractor appraisal questionnaire Before employing a contractor for the first time, you need identify that they're set up to manage safety risks. Our document will help you to do this.Limited arrangementsIf you employ contractors with fewer tha... Read more

Safety representative inspection formUnion-appointed safety representatives have certain rights and functions under legislation including the right to carry out inspections. Use our form to keep a record of these inspections.Permitted by law"Safety re... Read more

Accident - witness statementIn the event of an accident, a first-hand account of what happened can be invaluable. To obtain the information you need, take a witness statement. An accurate accountIn the event of an accident, having all the facts to ha... Read more

Accident investigation formCarrying out accident investigations should provide you with a greater understanding their causes and help to prevent recurrences. How to use the formOur Accident Investigation Form gives a methodical, structured approach t... Read more