Companies undergo audits for many different reasons. Wurkplace professionals have worked together to create a Safety Audit Checklist. Health and Safety Policy If you have 5 or more staff then your policy statement is mandatory and your policy should show a clear commitment to health, safety & welfare. The health and safety responsibilities and arrangements …
Two engineering firms recently appeared in court following the death of a contractor through working at height. Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Advance Door Engineering Ltd and Shufflebottom Ltd appeared in Swansea Crown Court facing charges relating to a contractor’s death at Pembroke Dock’s Mustang Marine in June 2013.
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, employers are required to ensure the health and safety of all employees and anyone affected by their work. Employers need to go so far as is reasonably practicable in terms of time, money and trouble. This includes taking steps to protect against slips, trips, and falls …