Health & Safety Policy
Any business that employs five or more people is legally required to have an up-to-date Health and Safety policy. The policy should consist of three key sections:
- Statement of Intent (What the company intends to achieve with regards to health & safety – it’s objectives, targets and goals).
- Organisational Responsibilities (Who is responsible for what, from Managing Director and the Board, down through layers of management right the way down to employees).
- Arrangements for Implementation (How the company is going to achieve its aims – the detailed procedures that will be followed to ensure staff remain safe and healthy). This should be specific to the company, and might include such topics as risk assessment, training procedures, manual handling, work at height, workplace transport, personal protective equipment, consultation with employees etc.
The Health & Safety at Work Etc. Act 1974 also says that the policy must be regularly reviewed and revised, and must be brought to the attention of all employees.
Whether you have an existing policy that needs updating, no current policy in place, or you would simply like to understand your options better, contact RFS Consultancy to find out how we can help you develop a policy for your business that is:
Realistic – in terms of budget, relevance to your business, and long-term benefit
Workable – in terms of ease to implement, monitor and maintain
Profitable – in terms of initial outlay, return on investment, and side-benefits
