Health and Safety Policy for Man with Van St Pancras
Man with Van St Pancras is committed to protecting the health, safety and welfare of all employees, contractors, customers and members of the public who may be affected by our removal and transport activities. Our goal is to conduct every move, delivery and associated service in a safe, responsible and professional manner, minimising risks to people, property and the environment.
Policy Aims and Objectives
The purpose of this policy is to set out the framework through which Man with Van St Pancras manages health and safety. Our main aims are to:
Identify, assess and control hazards associated with moving, lifting, loading, unloading and transporting goods.
Provide and maintain safe vehicles, equipment and working environments.
Ensure employees are trained, competent and supervised appropriately for the tasks they undertake.
Promote a positive safety culture where all staff and contractors actively contribute to improving safety performance.
Comply with all relevant health and safety legislation and recognised industry best practice.
Management Responsibilities
Senior management at Man with Van St Pancras accepts ultimate responsibility for health and safety within the company. Management duties include:
Implementing and reviewing this policy on a regular basis, and updating it as operations or legislation change.
Ensuring that risk assessments are carried out for our removal and transport tasks and that appropriate control measures are put in place.
Providing suitable resources for health and safety, including training, information, equipment and time.
Ensuring that vehicles and lifting equipment are maintained, inspected and serviced as required.
Investigating accidents, near misses and unsafe conditions, and taking corrective action to prevent recurrence.
Employee Responsibilities
Every employee, driver, porter and contractor working with Man with Van St Pancras shares responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment. All personnel are required to:
Take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions or omissions.
Follow all safety procedures, safe systems of work and instructions provided by the company.
Use equipment correctly and only for its intended purpose.
Report hazards, unsafe practices, accidents and near misses to management without delay.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment where required, such as safety footwear, gloves or high visibility clothing.
Risk Assessment and Safe Working Practices
Risk assessments are carried out for typical moving and transport activities undertaken by Man with Van St Pancras. These activities include lifting and carrying items, using trolleys, loading and unloading vehicles, driving, and working on or near roads and customer premises.
We implement safe systems of work to control risks, which may include:
Planning the move in advance, including access routes, parking arrangements and any restrictions at the collection and delivery locations.
Using correct manual handling techniques to reduce the risk of injury when lifting and carrying items.
Using appropriate equipment such as sack trucks, dollies, straps and blankets to handle and secure goods safely.
Ensuring loads are evenly distributed, well secured and do not exceed vehicle weight limits.
Maintaining good housekeeping inside vehicles and on site to prevent slips, trips and falls.
Vehicle and Equipment Safety
Safe operation of vehicles and equipment is essential to our work. Man with Van St Pancras will:
Ensure vehicles used for removal and delivery services are roadworthy, taxed, insured and inspected according to legal and manufacturer requirements.
Carry out pre use checks on vehicles and report any defects immediately so they can be rectified before use.
Provide suitable moving and lifting equipment and check that it is maintained and used correctly.
Require all drivers to hold the appropriate licence and to drive responsibly, following road traffic laws, speed limits and parking regulations.
Training, Information and Supervision
We recognise that competent staff are essential to safe working. Man with Van St Pancras will:
Provide induction training for new staff, including an overview of this health and safety policy and safe working procedures relevant to their role.
Offer ongoing instruction and refresher training on manual handling, safe loading techniques, use of equipment and defensive driving, where appropriate.
Ensure employees understand how to assess risks at each job and when to request additional assistance or equipment.
Supervise less experienced staff until they demonstrate the competence and awareness needed to work safely and independently.
Customer Premises and Public Safety
Our teams often work on customer premises and in shared public areas. We aim to carry out our work with minimum risk to customers, neighbours and the public by:
Maintaining clear walkways and exits and avoiding blocking corridors, doors or stairwells when loading and unloading.
Using warning signs or verbal warnings where there is potential for trip hazards or moving loads.
Taking particular care in communal areas, staircases, lifts and narrow access ways.
Being considerate of noise, obstruction and general disturbance while we carry out removal and delivery tasks.
Incident Reporting and Continuous Improvement
All accidents, injuries, near misses and property damage incidents that occur during our activities must be reported to management as soon as practicable. Man with Van St Pancras will investigate reported events to identify root causes, implement corrective actions and share learning across the business.
This health and safety policy is reviewed periodically to ensure it remains effective and relevant to the services we provide. Feedback from employees, contractors and customers is encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to improve safety performance across all removal and transport operations.
