Man and Van Parsons Green Health and Safety Policy

Man and Van Parsons Green is committed to conducting all removal and transport activities in a manner that safeguards the health, safety and welfare of our employees, contractors, customers and members of the public. This policy sets out our approach to managing health and safety risks associated with moving, loading, transporting and unloading household and commercial goods.

Policy Aim and Scope

The aim of this Health and Safety Policy is to prevent injury, ill health, damage to property and harm to the environment arising from our operations. It applies to all employees and contractors engaged in our man and van and removals activities, whether working at customers premises, on the road or at any storage or staging location used in the course of our services.

We expect everyone representing Man and Van Parsons Green to follow this policy and to take reasonable care of their own safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions or omissions.

Management Responsibilities

Management is responsible for providing effective health and safety leadership and ensuring that appropriate resources are in place. This includes maintaining safe systems of work, ensuring that vehicles and equipment are suitable and well maintained, and that staff receive the training and supervision necessary to perform their roles safely.

Management will regularly review this policy and associated procedures, particularly following any significant incident, change in legislation or operational change that may affect health and safety performance.

Employee Responsibilities

All employees and contractors have a duty to work safely, follow instructions, and use the equipment and protective measures provided. Individuals must report hazards, near misses, injuries and unsafe practices to their supervisor as soon as possible so that corrective action can be taken.

Employees must not undertake any manual handling, driving or loading activity that they believe to be unsafe or beyond their physical capability or level of training. Any concerns must be raised immediately so that work can be planned or adapted as required.

Risk Assessment and Safe Systems of Work

We carry out risk assessments for our core activities, including packing, lifting, carrying, loading, unloading and driving. These risk assessments identify the key hazards and the control measures required to reduce risks to an acceptable level.

Where appropriate, site specific assessments are carried out at customers premises, taking account of access routes, stairs, parking arrangements, time constraints and any special requirements. Our teams are expected to follow the safe systems of work and to adapt operations if conditions change or a new hazard is identified.

Manual Handling and Safe Lifting

Manual handling is at the heart of our removal operations and is a primary focus of our safety management. Staff are trained in correct lifting and carrying techniques, the use of team lifts and the deployment of mechanical aids such as trolleys, dollies and lifting straps where available.

Before moving any item, the route will be checked for obstacles, trip hazards and uneven surfaces. Where an item is too heavy or bulky to be moved safely by the available staff, additional help, mechanical assistance or an alternative method of moving will be arranged. No employee is expected to risk injury by attempting to move an item beyond their capability.

Use of Vehicles and Driving Safety

All vehicles used by Man and Van Parsons Green must be roadworthy, insured and maintained in accordance with manufacturers recommendations and legal requirements. Daily checks are carried out by drivers to identify defects, and any safety related fault is reported and rectified before the vehicle is used.

Drivers must hold a valid licence for the class of vehicle they operate and must comply with road traffic laws at all times. This includes observing speed limits, driving to suit weather and traffic conditions, and planning routes to minimise risk. Drivers must not operate vehicles under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any substance that may impair their ability to drive safely.

Loading, Unloading and Securing Loads

Safe loading and unloading is essential to protect staff, customers and other road users. Loads are arranged to distribute weight evenly and to avoid overloading any vehicle. Appropriate securing devices, such as straps and blankets, are used to prevent movement of goods during transit and to reduce the risk of damage or injury.

Loading and unloading are carried out in a controlled manner, with attention to safe access, reversing, and the presence of pedestrians or other vehicles. Where necessary, a second person will act as a banksman to guide vehicle movements in confined or busy areas.

Personal Protective Equipment

Personal protective equipment such as protective footwear, gloves and high visibility clothing will be provided where risk assessments identify a need. Staff are required to wear the equipment provided and to take reasonable care of it. Damaged or worn out items must be reported so that replacements can be arranged.

Customer and Public Safety

We recognise our responsibility to protect customers and members of the public during removal activities. Our teams will set up clear working areas wherever possible, keep access routes tidy and free from trailing cables, packaging and other trip hazards, and will communicate clearly with customers about any short term restrictions or risks.

Children, pets and uninvolved persons should be kept away from loading and unloading areas. Our staff are trained to stop work if they believe that continuing would pose an unacceptable risk to anyone present.

Training, Information and Supervision

All staff receive appropriate induction and role specific training, including instruction on manual handling, safe vehicle operation, load securing, use of equipment and emergency procedures. Refresher training is provided as needed to maintain competency, particularly when new equipment or processes are introduced.

Supervision is provided in proportion to the experience and skills of the individuals and the complexity of the job. Less experienced employees will work under closer supervision until they demonstrate that they can operate safely and consistently.

Accident Reporting and Emergency Procedures

All accidents, incidents, near misses and cases of work related ill health must be reported as soon as practicable. This information is used to investigate root causes, implement corrective actions and improve our overall health and safety performance.

Our teams are briefed on emergency arrangements relevant to each job, including fire safety at customers premises, safe evacuation, dealing with injuries and contacting the emergency services. Vehicles carry basic safety equipment appropriate to their role and operating environment.

Continual Improvement and Policy Review

Man and Van Parsons Green is committed to continual improvement in health and safety performance. We review this policy regularly to ensure it remains relevant and effective, taking into account feedback from staff and customers, incident reports, industry best practice and changes in applicable health and safety legislation.

By working together, following safe systems of work and openly reporting concerns, we aim to provide a removal and man and van service that is not only efficient and reliable but also safe for everyone involved.



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