Health and Safety Policy
This Health & Safety Policy sets out the framework and commitments for maintaining a safe environment for everyone who works with, visits or is affected by our operations. The purpose of this document is to establish clear expectations, promote a culture of safety and outline the responsibilities necessary to manage hazards and reduce risk. Our aim is to ensure that the workplace safety policy is practical, accessible and integrated into day-to-day activities so that safe decisions become routine.
Governance and leadership are essential to any effective health and safety policy. Senior management will demonstrate visible commitment by allocating appropriate resources, supporting training and ensuring that safety obligations are embedded in operational planning. Every manager and supervisor is responsible for implementing safety arrangements, conducting regular reviews and ensuring compliance with the policy. Employees and contractors share a duty to follow procedures, report hazards and participate in risk reduction.
The H&S policy is built around risk assessment and control. Systematic identification of hazards, evaluation of likelihood and consequence, and implementation of proportionate controls are central to our approach. Controls follow the hierarchy of risk management: elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative actions and personal protective equipment (PPE) as a last resort. Regular inspections and documented risk assessments guide priority actions and resource deployment.
Training, competence and communication are core elements of this workplace safety policy. We commit to providing tailored training that matches roles and risk profiles, from induction to specialist instruction. Information on safe systems of work, emergency arrangements and incident reporting will be readily available and reinforced through toolbox talks, briefings and signage. Employees are encouraged to raise concerns openly and to contribute to continual improvement through safety discussions and participation in safety committees.
Emergency preparedness and response are specified in this Safety and Health Policy to ensure rapid, effective action when incidents occur. Emergency plans cover evacuation procedures, first aid provision, fire safety, spill containment and coordination with emergency services where necessary. Drills and exercises will be scheduled regularly to test procedures and familiarise staff with their roles. First aid equipment, automated external defibrillators and trained responders will be provided based on assessed need.
Monitoring, audit and review form the backbone of ongoing compliance with this health and safety policy. Key performance indicators and inspection regimes will measure implementation and effectiveness. Incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions are recorded and analysed to identify root causes and to prevent recurrence. The policy will be reviewed periodically and updated to reflect changes in operations, technology or recognized best practice, ensuring continuous improvement.
Contractors, visitors and third-party providers are required to operate in accordance with our health & safety policy. Pre-qualification, induction and supervision arrangements are used to ensure external parties understand site-specific risks and expectations. Where contractors bring their own systems, these must be compatible with the company’s standards and subjected to appropriate oversight. Coordination between parties reduces overlap and prevents gaps in control measures.
The policy emphasises a proactive incident reporting culture: prompt reporting of accidents, near misses and unsafe acts is essential. Reported events are investigated proportionately, focusing on learning rather than blame. Actions arising from investigations will be assigned, tracked and communicated to relevant stakeholders. Where appropriate, corrective measures are embedded into work procedures, training or design modifications to strengthen controls.
Key elements of implementation include clear responsibilities and practical measures to manage risk. These include:
- Leadership and accountability: defined roles for safety performance at all organisational levels.
- Risk management: regular assessments and control measures following the hierarchy of risk reduction.
- Training and competence: induction, task-specific instruction and refresher training.
- Health and wellbeing: recognition of physical and mental health factors, promoting wellbeing initiatives and supportive measures.
- Emergency readiness: clear plans, drills and appropriate first aid resources.
To support the practical application of this policy on health and safety, roles are allocated, resources are made available and performance is measured against defined objectives. Managers will ensure that safe systems of work are implemented and that employees are empowered to stop work if they believe conditions are unsafe. Regular communication, documented procedures and visible leadership help maintain momentum and focus.
The Safety and Health Policy is part of our commitment to reduce harm and protect people and assets. It applies to all operations and activities and is intended to be adaptable so that risks are managed proportionately across diverse tasks and environments. By embedding safety into planning, procurement and everyday decisions we aim to achieve a consistent standard of protection and to foster a culture where every individual accepts responsibility for safety.
