Health and Safety Policy — Business Waste Removal Mottingham

This policy sets out the health and safety commitments of our business waste removal operations in and around the service area. It applies to all staff, contractors and visitors engaged in commercial and business waste removal activities and to the rubbish company service area operations we manage. The objective is to maintain a safe working environment, prevent injury and occupational illness, and ensure compliance with statutory duties. Safety is integral to every job, from office administration to vehicle-based collection and site clearance.

The scope of this document covers collection, loading, transportation, temporary storage and lawful disposal of general and regulated waste handled by the company. It identifies responsibilities for those engaged in rubbish collection, business waste removal and related support tasks. The policy promotes safe systems of work for the rubbish company service area and supports the principle of continual improvement in safety performance through training, monitoring and review.

Roles and responsibilities are clearly allocated: senior management retains overall duty for health and safety policy, site supervisors implement controls on the ground, and all employees must follow safe working procedures. Employees are required to report hazards, use provided personal protective equipment and cooperate with risk assessments. Contractors working on behalf of the company must demonstrate equivalent standards and provide evidence of competency prior to engagement.

Risk Assessment and Control Measures

All tasks in the rubbish collection service area are subject to documented risk assessment. Assessments identify hazards such as manual handling, moving vehicles, sharps and contaminated materials, hazardous substances and fire risks. Controls are selected using a hierarchy of risk reduction: elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls and personal protective equipment. Where possible tasks are redesigned to remove manual handling or isolated to limit exposure to hazards.

Control measures routinely used by our commercial rubbish removal teams include secure segregation of waste streams, use of mechanical lifting aids, lock-out/tag-out for equipment maintenance and engine-off policies during loading. Training in correct lifting techniques, safe use of tools and handling of specific waste types is mandatory. The company maintains a register of hazardous materials and ensures appropriate containment, labelling and transport documentation for regulated consignments.

A concise list of standard control measures includes:

• Pre-task risk briefings and documented method statements
• Provision and mandatory use of suitable PPE such as gloves, hi-vis clothing, eye protection and respiratory protection when required
• Regular inspection and maintenance of vehicles, lifting gear and containment equipment
• Segregation procedures for mixed waste, recyclables and hazardous items
• Safe routes for vehicle movement and designated pedestrian zones on sites

Monitoring, Incident Reporting and Review

Monitoring of health and safety performance is achieved through scheduled inspections, vehicle checks, toolbox talks and periodic audits. Incidents, near-misses and dangerous occurrences must be reported immediately and recorded. Investigations identify root causes and corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Records of training, inspections and incident reports are maintained to demonstrate compliance and drive improvements across the rubbish company service area.

Emergency procedures are established for first aid, fire, major spills and road traffic incidents. Designated first-aiders and trained staff are available during operational hours and vehicles carry spill kits and basic emergency equipment. In the event of an incident, employees should follow the emergency plan, secure the area where safe to do so and notify management without delay. The company will support any statutory reporting requirements and cooperate with enforcement bodies as needed.

Implementation is backed by training, supervision and competency checks. Managers and supervisors are accountable for ensuring that safe systems of work are followed and that all operatives are competent for the duties assigned. The policy promotes a positive safety culture where everyone is empowered to stop unsafe work and suggest safer alternatives. Continuous improvement is achieved through review of performance indicators, lessons learned from incidents and periodic policy revision.

The company will ensure that all applicable legal and regulatory requirements are identified and complied with as part of normal operations in the business waste removal sector. This includes proper handling, documentation and transfer of waste consignments, safe operation of vehicles and plant, and adherence to environmental controls. Contractors and subcontractors are required to operate to the same standards and to provide evidence of insurance and compliance before undertaking work.

The policy is communicated to all employees and is available to interested parties on request. It will be reviewed at least annually or sooner where there are significant changes to operations, legislation or following an incident. Review and consultation with employees is a core part of the policy to ensure it remains relevant and effective for the rubbish collection service area and for those working in commercial waste removal.

By adopting and enforcing this policy, the company demonstrates its commitment to protecting the health and safety of everyone affected by its business waste removal activities. All staff are expected to comply with this policy and contribute to a safe, effective and legally compliant rubbish company service area operation.