Health and Safety Policy

This health and safety policy sets out the commitment to protecting the wellbeing of everyone affected by our activities. It applies to employees, contractors, visitors, and any other person who may be impacted by our operations. The purpose of this policy is to promote a safe, healthy, and responsible working environment through clear expectations, effective control measures, and shared accountability.

We believe that strong health and safety management is not only about compliance, but also about creating a culture where risks are identified early and managed properly. A proactive approach helps reduce accidents, supports productivity, and reinforces trust. All individuals are expected to act responsibly, follow workplace procedures, and take reasonable care of themselves and others.

This policy is supported by routine risk assessment, regular review of working practices, and ongoing attention to hazards. We will monitor conditions, implement suitable controls, and update procedures when circumstances change. Safety is a shared responsibility, and every person has a role in maintaining a secure environment.

Our Safety Principles

The following principles guide our approach to workplace health and safety:

• Prevention first — hazards should be removed or reduced before they cause harm.
• Clear communication — safety information must be understandable, current, and accessible.
• Training and awareness — people should receive the knowledge they need to work safely.
• Safe systems of work — tasks should be planned so that risks are controlled effectively.
• Continuous improvement — safety performance should be reviewed and strengthened over time.

These principles support a consistent standard across all activities. A strong safety policy works best when expectations are practical, measurable, and reinforced through day-to-day decision-making. Managers and supervisors are expected to lead by example and encourage safe conduct.

All equipment, materials, and work methods should be selected and used with safety in mind. Where hazards cannot be fully removed, appropriate protective measures must be introduced. This may include physical controls, safe storage, warning signs, supervision, or procedural safeguards.

Responsibilities and Accountability

Management is responsible for providing the resources, structure, and oversight needed to maintain an effective health and safety policy. This includes setting expectations, ensuring suitable training, reviewing risk controls, and responding promptly to issues. Adequate supervision is essential, particularly where tasks involve hazards or where individuals may be less familiar with the work.

Employees and contractors must follow approved procedures, use equipment correctly, and report unsafe conditions without delay. It is important that everyone understands their personal duty to work safely and to cooperate with reasonable instructions. Careless actions, shortcuts, or failure to use required controls can put others at risk and will not be tolerated.

Visitors and third parties are also expected to comply with relevant safety arrangements while on site. Where necessary, they may be given instructions, restricted access, or supervision to help ensure their safety. Maintaining a safe workplace depends on the cooperation of all parties involved.

Effective accountability supports a robust occupational health and safety framework. When responsibilities are clear, hazards are more likely to be addressed before they cause injury or disruption. Reporting lines, escalation steps, and decision-making processes should remain simple and easy to follow.

Risk Control and Incident Response

Identifying and Managing Hazards

Risk assessments will be carried out to identify hazards, evaluate the level of risk, and determine what controls are needed. Controls should follow a sensible order of preference, beginning with elimination or substitution where possible, then using engineering controls, administrative measures, and personal protective equipment as appropriate. The goal is to reduce risk to a level that is as low as reasonably practicable.

Common hazards may include slips, trips, manual handling, fire, poor ergonomics, unsafe storage, fatigue, electrical risks, and exposure to harmful substances. Each setting should be reviewed on its own merits so that the safety management system reflects actual conditions. Generic assumptions should be avoided where they might hide real danger.

When incidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions occur, they must be reported and investigated promptly. The purpose of investigation is not only to establish what happened, but also to identify root causes and prevent recurrence. Corrective actions should be recorded, tracked, and completed within a reasonable timeframe. This process helps strengthen the overall workplace safety policy.

Training, Monitoring, and Review

Training is an essential part of maintaining high standards. People should receive induction, task-specific instruction, and refresher updates where required. Training must be relevant to the work being done and should address both routine tasks and unusual situations. Where competence is critical, additional oversight may be used until confidence and skill are demonstrated.

Monitoring helps confirm that controls are working as intended. This may involve inspections, observations, maintenance checks, and review of incident trends. Records should be kept where useful to show what has been done and to support future improvements. A policy that is actively monitored is more effective than one that exists only on paper.

Reviewing the health and safety policy ensures it remains suitable over time. Changes in staffing, equipment, processes, or environment may create new risks or reduce the effectiveness of existing controls. Periodic review also provides an opportunity to strengthen procedures and reinforce a positive safety culture.

This policy is intended to support a workplace where safety is understood, respected, and consistently applied. Through cooperation, attention to detail, and a commitment to responsible practice, we aim to prevent harm and maintain a healthy environment for everyone involved. A strong health and safety commitment benefits people, operations, and overall organisational resilience.