KD Optics Design and Engineering Ltd
Health and Safety policy
Overall and final responsibility for health and safety is that of David Robinson
Day-to-day responsibility for ensuring that this policy is put into practice is delegated to Maggie Drumey
Statement of General Policy
Responsibility Action /
Arrangement To prevent accidents and
cases of work-related ill health and adequate control of
health and safety risks arising from work
activities David Robinson Relevant risk assessments
completed and actions arising out of those assessments
implemented. (Risk assessments reviewed every year, or
earlier if working habits or conditions change.) To provide adequate training
to ensure employees are competent to do their
work Maggie Drumey Staff and subcontractors
given necessary health and safety induction and provided
with appropriate training (including working at height,
asbestos awareness and electrical safety) and personal
protective equipment. We will ensure that suitable
arrangements are in place to cover employees engaged in work
remote from the main company site To engage and consult with
employees on a day-to-day health and safety conditions and
provide advice and supervision on occupational
health All Staff Staff routinely consulted on
health and safety matters as they arise but also formally
consulted at regular health and safety performance review
meetings or sooner if required. To implement emergency
procedures - evacuation in case of fire or other significant
incident. David Robinson Escape routes well signed
and kept clear at all times. Evacuation plans are tested
from time to time and updated as necessary. To maintain safe and healthy
working conditions, provide and maintain plant, equipment
and machinery, and ensure safe storage / use of
substances David Robinson Toilets, washing facilities
and drinking water provided. System in place for routine
inspections and testing of equipment and machinery and for
ensuring that action is promptly taken to address any
defects. Staff trained in safe handling/use of
substances.
Health and Safety poster is
displayed Top of stairs First Aid box and accident
book are located: (Accidents at work and ill
health at work reported under RIDDOR) Outside Cleaners cupboard,
downstairs workshop
KD Optics Design and Engineering Ltd,
New Forest Farm, Walshford, North Yorkshire LS22 5JJ, UK
Tel +44 ( 0 ) 1937 587003, Fax +44 ( 0 ) 1937 587002, e-mail
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