📋 Health & Safety Policy
Dalyan Rose places a high priority on the provision of a working environment that is safe, and without risks to the health of all employees, contractors, client's staff and members of the public, insofar as they may be affected by our activities.
We meet the requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 in the UK. Through a process of review and continual improvement, we ensure that the safety management system continues to meet the needs of the business and manages the health and safety of our employees in a dynamic business environment.
Responsibilities
Company Responsibilities
Legal Compliance
- Observing Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
- Complying with all relevant Legislation & Codes of Practice
- Following HSE Guidance Notes
Risk Management
- Providing Risk Assessments & COSHH Assessments
- Safe Systems of Work & Method Statements
- Consulting with employees on H&S matters
Employee Responsibilities
- Take reasonable care of your own health and safety
- No jewellery or loose clothing when operating machinery
- Tie back long hair or headscarves to prevent entanglement
- Take reasonable care not to put others at risk
- Co-operate with employer and follow H&S policies
- Report injuries, strains or illnesses
- Inform employer if you take medication that causes drowsiness
- Report any changes affecting ability to work (pregnancy, injury)
Training
Training is an essential legal requirement required by the Health & Safety at Work Act and several associated regulations. The requirement applies to all staff and includes trainees, part-time and temporary staff.
Induction Training
Staff receive the following Induction training, which is completed on the first day of work:
- Health & Safety Policy Statement and Health and Safety Manual
- Workplace Health and Safety (manual handling, workstation, equipment use)
- Relevant Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work
- Emergency procedures
- Accident Reporting
- Infection Control
- Waste instruction
Risk Assessment
Risk Assessment is one of the key activities in assuring safety at work. It is required by several regulations.
- Workplace Risk Assessments
- Fire Risk Assessment
- Manual Handling Risk Assessment
- Employee Pregnancy Risk Assessment
- Young Person's Risk Assessment
- VDU Assessment
- Lone Working Assessment
Dalyan Rose ensures:
- All risk assessments are completed for all areas and work activities
- All identified control measures are implemented through Safe Systems of Work
- Staff are trained on the outcomes of risk assessments relevant to their work
- Risk assessments are reviewed on a six monthly basis and when there is an incident
Accidents and Incidents
An accident is an unplanned or uncontrolled event that may or may not result in personal injury, damage to equipment, premises or environment.
Dalyan Rose ensures that:
- Accident Books and incident forms are available in designated areas
- All major accidents are formally investigated
- Fully stocked HSE approved First Aid Boxes are available
- There are suitably qualified First Aiders available at head office
- All staff are fully aware of the accident reporting procedures
Equipment Safety
Work equipment includes all equipment powered and non-powered which is used, maintained, set up or driven in the work place. All equipment used falls under the regulations of PUWER.
- All equipment is suitable for the purpose intended
- Equipment is sited in locations that are safe for the required use
- Staff are trained or instructed to use equipment safely
- Damaged or faulty equipment is taken out of use
- Maintenance and repair is undertaken by competent persons
- Dangerous parts of equipment are properly guarded
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Personal Protective Equipment includes any equipment or clothing to be held or worn by people at work to offer protection against identified risks.
PPE identified and issued by Dalyan Rose:
Fire Safety
Fire Prevention is essential to safeguard our staff and our business. Fire Risk Assessment is also a legal requirement.
- All fire risks are assessed, and appropriate controls are implemented
- Good housekeeping standards are maintained
- All fire detection and firefighting equipment is maintained
- Safe means of escape is provided in the event of fire
- Staff are trained and instructed in fire safety, including fire evacuation drills
- Visitors and contractors are made aware of fire safety arrangements
Work Environment
Dalyan Rose provides and maintains a safe and healthy workplace, ensuring appropriate welfare facilities are in place.
Temperature & Ventilation
- 16°C for non-strenuous work
- 13°C for strenuous work
- Well ventilated by fresh air
Lighting & Space
- Adequate lighting suitable for tasks
- 11 cubic metres per person minimum
- Suitable workstations and seating
Welfare Facilities
- Toilets and wash basins - kept clean and in working order
- Hot and cold running water, soap, hygienic hand drying
- Drinking water available at all times
Chemical Safety (COSHH)
The storage and use of chemicals is legally controlled to ensure safe practice.
Dalyan Rose:
- Lists all chemicals stored and used
- Obtains copies of safety data sheets from Manufacturer or Supplier
- Completes a COSHH Assessment form for all hazardous chemicals
- Provides PPE as appropriate
- Trains all staff in safe storage and use of products
Display Screen Equipment (DSE)
Dalyan Rose recognises its responsibilities to support its employees under the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992.
- Implementing DSE workstation self-assessments
- Acquiring appropriate help when health issues are suspected
- Ensuring provision of suitable work equipment
- Providing information and training for Users
- Offering eye examination and testing for Users
- Establishing regular breaks for Users
Lone Working
Dalyan Rose has a duty to ensure the safety of lone workers as far as is reasonably practicable.
- Preparing risk assessments for all lone working activities
- Ensuring only trained and competent employees are considered
- Ensuring effective communication equipment and procedures
- Establishing emergency arrangements (fire, evacuation, first aid)
Driving on Business
Visiting Other Premises
- Follow signing in and out procedures
- Be aware of emergency procedures (fire alarms, exits, assembly point)
- Record accidents in site accident book and Company accident book
- Be aware of significant hazards on the premises
Driving on Business
- All drivers must hold a valid UK driving license
- Driving licenses inspected annually
- Own vehicles must have valid MOT and insurance (with business use cover)
- Declare any medical conditions that may affect driving
- No use of hand-held mobile phones whilst driving
- Not drive under influence of alcohol, drugs or medication
Asbestos
On projects where the presence of asbestos is known, or can be suspected, detailed survey information will be made available. Any work relating to asbestos must be carried out in compliance with The 'Control of Asbestos Regulations' and 'The Licensed Contractors Guide'.
- Work will be carried out by specialist contractors approved by HSE
- All personnel must be advised of possibility of encountering uncharted asbestos
- If suspected: STOP WORK, advise management, seal area, arrange analysis
- All site workers must have Asbestos Awareness training (Regulation 10)
- Asbestos waste treated as Hazardous Waste and disposed of by Registered Carrier
📞 For any health & safety enquiries: 0203 092 7725 | 📧 info@dalyanroseproperty.com
This policy is reviewed annually and is available to all employees, contractors, and clients upon request.