Health and Safety Compliance
A comprehensive checklist to ensure adherence to UK health and safety regulations, covering essential areas from risk assessment to employee training and equipment safety.
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Risk Assessment - Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential workplace hazards.
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Health and Safety Policy - Maintain an accessible written health and safety policy for all employees.
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Employee Training and Awareness - Provide relevant health and safety training to all employees, with regular updates.
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Fire Safety - Regular fire risk assessments and maintain fire safety equipment.
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First Aid - Ensure availability of first aid facilities and trained first aiders.
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Workplace Facilities - Provide basic welfare facilities such as toilets, washing facilities, and drinking water.
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Equipment Safety - Inspect and maintain all equipment and machinery for safety.
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Display Screen Equipment (DSE) - Assess DSE workstations and provide regular breaks for users.
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Manual Handling - Assess and train employees on safe manual handling techniques.
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Reporting Accidents and Ill Health - Record workplace injuries and report serious incidents under RIDDOR.
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PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) - Provide and train employees in the use of appropriate PPE.
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Contractor and Visitor Safety - Manage contractor and visitor activities to ensure health and safety compliance.
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Stress and Mental Health - Assess risk of stress and implement measures for mental wellbeing.
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Chemical and Hazardous Substances - Manage hazardous substances in accordance with COSHH regulations.
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Regular Reviews and Updates - Regularly review and update health and safety policies and procedures.