Health & Safety Policy — Business Waste Removal Alperton

Purpose: This Health and Safety policy sets out the commitments and standards for safe operation of our business waste removal Alperton activities and associated commercial rubbish removal services. It aims to protect employees, contractors, customers and the public by defining clear responsibilities, safe systems of work and expectations for the rubbish company service area. The policy supports a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement in health, safety and environmental performance.

Scope: The policy applies to all commercial waste removal operations, including waste collection, segregation, transport, loading and disposal tasks. It covers company staff, authorised subcontractors and visitors involved in any aspect of business rubbish removal, commercial waste services and site-based waste handling activities.

Policy Statement: We recognise that effective health and safety management is integral to providing reliable business waste collection and removal. The company will provide the necessary resources to manage risks, comply with applicable standards and ensure safe working practices. All reasonably practicable measures will be taken to prevent injury, ill-health and damage to property and the environment.

Responsibilities and Leadership

Senior management will demonstrate leadership by ensuring that safety objectives are set, monitored and resourced. Managers and supervisors are responsible for implementing this policy during day-to-day commercial rubbish collection operations. Employees and contractors must follow safe work procedures, attend required training and report hazards or incidents without delay.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out risk assessments prior to tasks and updating them when conditions change;
• Using and maintaining appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE);
• Ensuring vehicles and handling equipment are inspected and safe to use;
• Segregating waste streams to minimise exposure and support recycling;
• Reporting and investigating accidents, near misses and unsafe conditions.

Risk Assessment and Safe Systems

Risk assessment is core to safe waste handling. For each job type — site clearance, bin-lifting, business waste clearance, or transport — documented assessments will identify hazards such as manual handling, slips/trips, vehicle movements and hazardous materials. Safe systems of work and method statements will be produced and communicated for higher risk activities.

Training and Competency: The company will ensure employees and subcontractors have access to appropriate training, instruction and supervision. Training covers manual handling, vehicle operations, hazardous waste awareness, spill response and the use of PPE. Regular toolbox talks and competency checks will maintain high standards across the rubbish collection service area.

Equipment and Vehicle Safety: Vehicles, lifting equipment and containment units will be maintained in line with manufacturer guidance and inspection schedules. Drivers and operators must follow safe loading limits, secure loads correctly and comply with traffic and parking safety practices. Mechanical defects are to be reported and removed from service until repaired.

Hazardous and Controlled Wastes Special procedures are in place for hazardous, chemical or controlled wastes. Only authorised personnel will handle such materials and they will do so using appropriate containment, labeling and documentation. Where required, licensed disposal routes and compliant transfer notes will be used. Emergency containment kits and spill plans are available for immediate response.

Incident Reporting and Investigation All incidents, injuries, near misses and environmental releases must be reported promptly. Investigations aim to identify root causes, implement corrective actions and share learning to prevent recurrence. Records are maintained to track trends, corrective actions and to support continuous improvement across commercial waste services.

Health and Wellbeing: The company promotes a safe working environment that supports physical and mental health. Measures include managing work hours to avoid fatigue, providing hydration and rest breaks, and access to occupational health resources where necessary. A safe workplace contributes to reliable business rubbish removal performance and staff retention.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement: This policy will be reviewed at regular intervals and whenever significant changes to operations occur. Performance is monitored through inspections, audits and key performance indicators such as incident rates and training completion. Continuous improvement is driven by employee involvement, audit findings and the adoption of best practice in waste management.

Contractors, Communication and Community Safety

Contractors engaged for specialist tasks will be assessed for health and safety competency and managed to ensure alignment with company standards. Effective communication channels keep employees informed of changes, safety alerts and operational risks. The company recognises its duty to minimise impacts on nearby premises and the public during collections and site works.

Commitment

Management and staff commit to implementing this policy in daily operations. The policy is supported by documented procedures, training, supervision and adequate resources. By following these provisions we aim to provide safe, compliant and efficient commercial waste management and business waste removal services with respect for people and the environment.

Signed: Management Team — Policy review cycle: annually or following major operational change.