Health and Safety Policy — Business Waste Removal Belmont

Policy Statement: This Health and Safety Policy sets out the commitment of our commercial waste removal and rubbish collection operation to protect the health, safety and welfare of employees, contractors and members of the public affected by our business waste removal activities. We aim to deliver robust, consistent and compliant waste removal services while minimising risks associated with handling, transporting and disposing of business waste in the service area. The company adopts a precautionary approach to safety and expects all staff and subcontractors to comply with the measures described in this document.

Scope and Application

This policy applies to all aspects of our rubbish company operations including business waste removal, commercial waste removal, on-site rubbish collection and transfer activities. It covers permanent and temporary sites, customer premises, vehicles and any third-party facilities used as part of our waste management services. The policy is designed to be practical and to reflect the specific hazards associated with commercial rubbish removal while avoiding unnecessary local legal detail on this statement page.

Responsibilities

Responsibility for health and safety is shared. Senior management will provide leadership and resources to implement the policy. A nominated Safety Coordinator is responsible for day-to-day health and safety oversight, ensuring risk assessments, training records and vehicle checks are current. Employees and sub-contractors must follow safe working procedures, report hazards and incidents promptly, and use provided personal protective equipment. Managers will review performance and enforce corrective actions as required.

Risk Assessment and Control

Risks will be identified, assessed and controlled using a systematic approach. Key hazards in commercial rubbish removal include manual handling, vehicle movements, sharps and contaminated wastes, chemical spills, and working at customer sites. Controls will be proportionate to the risk and include engineering, administrative and PPE measures.

Typical control measures include:

• Pre-task risk assessments and documented safe systems of work for collections and transfers.
• Use of mechanical aids, correct lifting techniques and team lifts to reduce manual handling injuries.
• Segregation of hazardous materials and secure containment during transport.
• Traffic management plans for depot and site operations to reduce vehicle-pedestrian conflicts.

Training and Competence

All staff will receive induction training relevant to their role and ongoing refresher courses. Training topics include manual handling, safe operation of lifting equipment, handling of sharps and clinical or chemical wastes, confined space awareness where applicable, and vehicle safety. We emphasise competence through observed practical assessments, toolbox talks and recorded training logs. Workers are required to demonstrate proficiency in safe rubbish handling and vehicle operation before unsupervised duties.

Vehicle and plant safety is central to our waste removal service. Vehicles are subject to daily pre-start inspections, scheduled maintenance and load security checks. Drivers follow safe driving practices and legal weight limits; reversing aids and banksman procedures are used to manage manoeuvres in confined sites. For workplace safety, containers, skips and bins are maintained to prevent collapse or spillages. Environmental controls such as spill kits, secondary containment and immediate clean-up protocols are in place to reduce pollution risks.

Handling of hazardous and special wastes follows strict segregation, packaging and labelling rules. Staff are trained to recognise hazardous materials including batteries, asbestos, solvents and medical wastes. When encountered, such materials are isolated, where safe, and escalated to competent personnel for safe removal or transfer to authorised facilities. Emergency procedures are maintained for chemical spills, fires and significant contamination events.

Incident Reporting, First Aid and Emergencies

All incidents, near misses and hazards must be reported immediately through the company incident reporting system. Reported events will be investigated to identify root causes and preventive actions. First aid provision is maintained across depots and mobile teams, with trained first aiders available during operational hours. Emergency plans include fire response, spill response and liaison with emergency services where required. Prompt reporting and investigation help prevent recurrence and improve safety procedures.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement

Health and safety performance is monitored through audits, inspections, incident trend analysis and employee consultations. Key performance indicators include incident rates, near-miss reporting frequency, training completion and vehicle maintenance compliance. The policy will be reviewed at least annually or following a significant incident, operational change, or regulatory update. Improvements will be implemented to ensure the waste removal service remains safe, efficient and sustainable.

Commitment and Implementation This policy is supported by documented procedures and resources. Senior leaders commit to providing the necessary funds, equipment and training to make this policy effective. Employees at all levels are expected to cooperate, follow procedures and contribute to a positive safety culture. By working together we minimise occupational risk and deliver a reliable rubbish removal and waste disposal service to our commercial customers.

Approval: The policy is authorised by company leadership and applies to all personnel engaged in business waste removal and commercial rubbish handling. It will be communicated to staff, contractors and stakeholders and displayed where appropriate to support compliance and awareness.