Health and Safety policy

Health and Safety Policy for Man and Van Coulsdon

Man and Van Coulsdon is committed to providing a professional, safe and healthy working environment for our employees, customers, contractors and members of the public who may be affected by our removal and transport activities. This Health and Safety Policy sets out the principles, responsibilities and procedures we follow to manage risks associated with moving, loading, transporting and unloading goods.

Policy Aims and Objectives

The aim of this policy is to prevent injury, ill health, damage to property and harm to the environment arising from our operations. We will achieve this by identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing appropriate control measures across all stages of our man and van and removal services.

Our objectives are to comply with all relevant health and safety legislation, apply industry best practice, continuously improve our safety performance and promote a positive health and safety culture throughout the business.

Management Responsibilities

Management at Man and Van Coulsdon is responsible for implementing this policy and ensuring suitable resources are available to maintain high safety standards. This includes providing safe systems of work, ensuring vehicles and equipment are properly maintained, and making sure employees receive appropriate information, instruction and supervision.

Managers will regularly review risk assessments, monitor working practices, investigate incidents or near misses, and take corrective actions where necessary. Health and safety considerations are integrated into planning for each removal and transport job, including scheduling, staffing levels and equipment selection.

Employee Responsibilities

All employees have a duty to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions or omissions. Staff must follow all safety procedures, use equipment correctly, and cooperate with management in implementing this policy.

Employees are required to report any hazards, unsafe conditions, incidents, injuries or near misses to their supervisor without delay. They must not misuse or interfere with anything provided for health, safety or welfare, including personal protective equipment and vehicle safety features.

Risk Assessment and Safe Working Practices

Before carrying out removal or transport activities, suitable and sufficient risk assessments are undertaken. These consider factors such as access to properties, stairways, confined spaces, manual handling requirements, weather conditions, traffic conditions and any specific customer requirements.

Safe working practices are developed based on the findings of these assessments. This may include planning safe lifting routes, using lifting aids, allocating adequate personnel for heavy or awkward items, and scheduling work to minimise fatigue and time pressure.

Manual Handling and Lifting

Manual handling is a significant part of removal work and is managed with particular care. Staff are trained in correct lifting techniques and methods for carrying, lowering and positioning items safely. Where possible, mechanical aids such as trolleys and moving equipment are used to reduce strain and the risk of injury.

Heavier or bulky items are only moved by sufficient personnel and with appropriate equipment. Loads are assessed for weight, stability and potential hazards before movement begins. Staff are instructed not to attempt lifts or movements they consider unsafe and to request additional help or equipment as required.

Vehicle Safety and Driving Standards

Man and Van Coulsdon maintains all vehicles in a roadworthy and safe condition. Regular checks and servicing are carried out in line with manufacturers recommendations and legal requirements. Drivers perform pre-use inspections and report any defects immediately.

All driving is conducted in accordance with road traffic laws and safe driving practices. Drivers must be fit to drive, obey speed limits, avoid distractions and allow sufficient time for journeys to be completed safely. Loads are secured within vehicles to prevent movement during transit, reducing the risk of injury, damage to customer property and road hazards.

Customer and Public Safety

Our operations frequently take place in residential streets, commercial premises and shared spaces. We take care to protect customers, visitors and members of the public from risks associated with our work. This includes managing vehicle movements carefully, maintaining clear walkways, using warning signs where appropriate, and minimising obstruction in public areas.

Furniture, boxes and equipment are stacked safely to prevent falls, and care is taken when opening vehicle doors or moving large items near doorways, stairways or pavements. We cooperate with customers to identify any specific hazards at their premises and agree safe access and working methods.

Training, Information and Supervision

All staff receive appropriate induction and ongoing training relevant to their role, including manual handling, use of moving equipment, safe loading and unloading, and general health and safety awareness. Additional training is provided where particular risks are identified.

Supervision levels are set to reflect the complexity and risk associated with each job. Less experienced staff are paired with more experienced colleagues until they demonstrate competence in essential tasks. Safety information and instructions are communicated clearly before and during each job.

Accidents, Incidents and Near Misses

Man and Van Coulsdon is committed to learning from all accidents, incidents and near misses. All such events must be reported to management as soon as practicable. Where required, incidents are recorded and investigated to determine root causes and identify improvements.

Corrective and preventive actions may include changes to procedures, additional training, modification of equipment or adjustments to work planning. Findings are shared with relevant staff to prevent recurrence and to support continuous improvement in safety performance.

Health, Welfare and Wellbeing

We recognise that the physical nature of removal work can be demanding. Work is planned to reduce excessive physical strain, repetitive movements and prolonged awkward postures. Breaks are scheduled to reduce fatigue, and staff are encouraged to raise any health concerns related to their duties.

Appropriate welfare arrangements are made to ensure staff have access to drinking water, rest periods and basic facilities during longer jobs. We promote a culture in which employees feel able to speak up about wellbeing issues, including stress and workload concerns.

Review and Continuous Improvement

This Health and Safety Policy is reviewed regularly and updated when necessary to reflect changes in legislation, industry standards, our working practices or the nature of our service area. Feedback from employees, customers and other stakeholders is welcomed and considered in improving our approach to safety.

By following this policy, Man and Van Coulsdon aims to deliver reliable, efficient and safe removal and transport services while protecting everyone involved in or affected by our operations.



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Company name: Man and Van Coulsdon Ltd.
Opening Hours:
Monday to Sunday, 07:00-00:00

Street address: 8A The Drive
Postal code: CR5 2BL
City: London
Country: United Kingdom

Latitude: 51.3270160 Longitude: -0.1322240
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