Health & Safety Policy (Internal)
Company Name: Teachers Together Ltd (“the Company”)
Policy No. HS1
Policy Name: Health and Safety Policy
Date: 26/5/2020
Version: 1
SECTION 1: General statement of policy
Company Policy
It is the policy of the Company to provide and maintain safe and healthy working conditions, equipment and systems of work for all our employees, and to provide such information and training as they need for this purpose.
The Company accepts its responsibility for health and safety of other persons who may be affected by the Company’s activities.
Following the identification of work related risks and hazards, the Company will take preventative and protective measures. It is also the policy of the Company to ensure that its business is conducted in a manner so as to reduce the risks to members of the public. The Company may require you to attend such training and/or induction programmes in order to meet the aims of the Company. This will help us to improve our standards as a leading Recruitment agency in Hertfordshire.
The allocation of duties for safety matters, the identity of competent persons appointed with particular responsibilities, and the arrangements made to implement this policy are set out in this policy and in associated health and safety records.
This policy will be kept up to date, to reflect changes in the nature and size of the Company. To ensure this, the policy and its effectiveness will be reviewed annually.
Company’s responsibilities
It is the duty of management to:
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provide and maintain systems of work that are safe and without risk to health;
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ensure safety and the absence of risks to health in connection with handling of equipment, storage and transport;
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provide information, instruction, training and supervision;
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maintain all places of work in a safe condition;
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provide and maintain a safe working environment.
Your responsibilities
All employees and workers have a duty in law to act responsibly and to take reasonable care for the health and safety at work of both themselves and their colleagues. This duty can be carried out by:
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working safely and efficiently;
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using any protective equipment provided and meeting statutory obligations;
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adhering to the Company procedures for securing a safe workplace. Individuals will be nominated to undertake health and safety duties as required.
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reporting incidents that have led to injury or damage;
All such incidents must be recorded and reported to Oliver Gosden (Director) in writing. Any failure to adhere to this policy and the procedures set out in it will be considered a serious disciplinary offence and is one which may lead to dismissal in line with the company’s disciplinary policy.
Security
If you are responsible for setting the alarm, failure to set the alarm may result in disciplinary action being taken.
Fire & Emergency
You must observe the evacuation procedures laid down in the event of a fire or any other emergency situation. You must be aware of the location of the emergency exits, assembly points and first aid kit. Procedures to be carried out in the event of a fire or emergency will be found on the notice board.
SECTION 2: Responsibilities
Ultimate responsibility for health and safety rests with the Company Director. Those named must be fully aware of their duties, details of which should be included in their job description.
1.Overall and final responsibility within the Company rests with:
Name: Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Telephone extension: N/A
Mobile Phone: 07740 575727
Email: info@teacherstogether.co.uk
2.Person responsible for ensuring this health and safety policy is put into practice on a day-to-day basis is:
Name: Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Telephone extension: N/A
Mobile Phone: 07740 575727
Email: info@teacherstogether.co.uk
3.In the absence of the person named in 2 (above), s/he will be deputised by:
Name: Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Telephone extension: N/A
Mobile Phone: 07740 575727
Email: info@teacherstogether.co.uk
4. In the event of accidents and dangerous occurrences, such incidents should be reported to:
Name: Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Telephone extension: N/A
Mobile Phone: 07740 575727
Email: info@teacherstogether.co.uk
Section 3: Risk assessments
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Risk assessments will be undertaken by:
Name: Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Telephone extension: N/A
Mobile Phone: 07740 575727
Email: info@teacherstogether.co.uk
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The findings of the risk assessments will be reported to:
Name: Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Telephone extension: N/A
Mobile Phone: 07740 575727
Email: info@teacherstogether.co.uk
3. Action required to remove/control risks will be approved and implemented by:
Name: Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Telephone extension: N/A
Mobile Phone: 07740 575727
Email: info@teacherstogetherco.uk
4. Risk assessments will be reviewed every 12 months by:
Name: Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Telephone extension: N/A
Mobile Phone: 07740 575727
Email: info@teacherstogether.co.uk
Section 4: Accident reporting
Section 5: Emergency services
1
Nearest Hospital with a Casualty Department:
Name: Lister Hospital
Address: Coreys Mill Lane, Stevenage, Herts, SG1 4AB
Telephone Number: 01438 314333
2
Police Station
Name: Welwyn Garden Police Station
Address: Bridge Road, WGC, AL8 6UB
Telephone Number: 999
3
Fire Station
Name: Hatfield Fire Station
Address: Wellfield Road, Hatfield, AL10 0DA
Telephone Number: 01707 346900
4
Gas
Name: Scottish Power
Address: Basin Road South, Brighton, BN41 1WF
Telephone Number: 0800 027 0072
5
Electricity
Name: Scottish Power
Address: Basin Road South, Brighton, BN41 1WF
Telephone Number: 0800 027 0072
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Water
Name: Affinity Water
Address: Tamblin Way, Hatfield AL10 9EZ
Telephone Number: 0345 350 3677
Section 6: Fire Safety (N/A until premises found)
It is essential that adequate equipment and staff training is provided on this subject.
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Facilities:
Number/location of escape routes:
Number/location of fire extinguishers:
Number/location of fire alarms:
Checked by:
Frequency:
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Fire Safety Training Officer:
Name:
Status:
Telephone extension:
Mobile phone:
Email:
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Fire Drills are the responsibility of:
Name:
Status:
Telephone extension:
Mobile phone:
Email:
Frequency:
4. Fire equipment maintenance company:
Name:
Address:
Telephone Number:
Email:
5. Rules/Procedure in the event of a fire:
Guidance on how to avoid fires and ensure fire safety can be found here.
Section 7: Workplace equipment
All workplace equipment should be treated with respect and checked regularly
Responsibility for inspecting all workplace equipment:
Name: Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Location/address: Trading Address
Telephone Number: 07740 575727
Frequency of Inspections:
Fixed equipment:12 months
Portable equipment:12 months
Records located at:Trading Address
Companies/Persons responsible for maintenance and repair: TBC
Name:
Status:
Telephone number:
Mobile phone:
Email:
Section 8: Health and Safety Training
Good training will ensure that employees are competent to carry out their tasks, thus reducing risk to health and safety.
Person(s) responsible for health and safety training within the Company
Name(s): Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Telephone extension: N/A
Mobile phone: 07740 575727
Email: info@teacherstogether.co.uk
Section 9: Information, instruction and supervision
Health and safety information can be found: Trading Address
Where employees or temporary workers work at locations under the control of another employer, health and safety risk assessments may need to be performed by the other employer.
Person(s) responsible for ensuring any necessary risk assessments are carried out by the other employer:
Name(s): Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Telephone extension: N/A
Mobile number: 07740 575727
Email: info@teacherstogether.co.uk
Person(s) responsible for ensuring that all employees and temporary workers, who work at locations under the control of other employers, are given all the health and safety information relevant to the other employer and their assignment (including whether personal protective equipment is required and if so, how it will be supplied):
Name(s): Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Telephone extension: N/A
Mobile number: 07740 575727
Email: info@teacherstogether.co.uk
Person(s) responsible for ensuring all employees and temporary workers working at location(s) under the control of another employer receive the necessary health and safety training:
Name(s): Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Telephone extension: N/A
Mobile number: 07740 575727
Email: info@teacherstogether.co.uk
Section 10: Noise and temperature
Excessive noise impairs hearing and increases pulse rate, blood pressure and breathing rate. Noise levels will be assessed, and any risks prevented. Similarly, the temperature inside the premises will be kept at a reasonable level.
Person Responsible for assessing noise and temperature levels:
Name: Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Telephone extension: N/A
Mobile number: 07740 575727
Email: info@teacherstogether.co.uk
Records located at: Trading Address
Section 11: First aid and medical facilities on the Company’s premises
First Aid requirements must be met for all employees whether they are working at the designated premises or elsewhere. Employees must be made aware of the provision, and records must be kept of treatment administered.
First-Aiders
Name(s): Oliver Gosden
Status: Company Director
Telephone extension: N/A
Mobile number: 07740 575727
Email: info@teacherstogether.co.uk