Health and Safety Policy

Policy Statement:

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Cavalry Lifts Ltd is dedicated to ensuring the health and safety of our employees, contractors, clients, and visitors at all times. We believe that every individual has the right to work in an environment that is free from harm and risks to their well-being. As a responsible lift engineering company, we are committed to promoting a culture of safety, preventing accidents, and continuously improving our health and safety performance.

 

Key Commitments:

 

1. Legal Compliance:

• We will comply with all applicable health and safety laws and regulations within the United Kingdom, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other relevant legislation.

 

2. Risk Assessment:

• We will conduct regular risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards in our operations.

• All employees will be encouraged to participate in the risk assessment process.

 

3. Training and Education:

• We will provide ongoing health and safety training to all employees to ensure they are competent to perform their duties safely.

• Training programs will include procedures for emergency response and safe use of equipment.

 

4. Emergency Response:

• We will maintain and regularly test emergency response procedures to ensure a rapid and effective response to accidents, incidents, and emergencies.

• All employees will be familiar with these procedures.

 

5. Safe Work Practices:

• We will establish and enforce safe work practices to protect our employees, clients, and visitors from accidents and injuries.

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and used as necessary.

 

6. Reporting and Investigation:

• We will maintain a system for reporting and investigating accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.

• Lessons learned from investigations will be used to improve our health and safety procedures.

 

7. Consultation and Participation:

• Employees will be encouraged to actively participate in health and safety matters.

• Regular safety meetings and communication channels will be established to ensure open dialogue.

 

8. Continuous Improvement:

• We are committed to the ongoing improvement of our health and safety performance.

• We will regularly review and update our health and safety policies and procedures to reflect best practices.

 

9. Responsibilities:

• Everyone within our organization, from management to employees, has a role to play in ensuring health and safety.

• Managers and supervisors are responsible for leading by example and promoting safety at all levels.

 

10. Monitoring and Review:

• We will monitor our health and safety performance, audit our procedures, and conduct periodic reviews to ensure compliance and improvement.

 

Cavalry Lifts Ltd is dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all. We believe that by taking a proactive approach to health and safety, we can prevent accidents and protect the well-being of our employees and clients. This policy will be reviewed regularly to ensure its effectiveness and compliance with legal requirements.

 

David Rowdon Director,

Cavalry Lifts Ltd

[06/11/2023]