Brompton Man with Van - Health & Safety Policy

This document sets out the health and safety policy for Brompton Man with Van and affiliated rubbish removal operations. It describes our core commitments, the responsibilities of management and staff, and the practical measures we take to minimise risk during waste collection, transport and disposal. Our aim is to protect employees, customers, contractors and the public while delivering efficient man and van Brompton rubbish removal services. The policy applies to all activities carried out by the business and those acting on its behalf.

We adopt a proactive approach to safety. All managers and crew are required to follow safe systems of work, attend relevant training and use appropriate personal protective equipment. This policy complements statutory duties and industry best practice without attempting to replicate local regulation documents. It is intended to be accessible, practical and consistent with our operational needs as a waste removal and man with a van service operating under the Brompton brand.

Employees and contractors must familiarise themselves with this statement and implement the measures described. Key responsibilities are allocated as follows: senior management provide leadership and resources; supervisors ensure daily compliance; drivers and loaders are responsible for safe handling, vehicle checks and reporting hazards. The policy emphasises active risk management, safe lifting and handling, correct segregation of materials and minimising exposure to hazardous waste in the course of Brompton rubbish removal and removal service work.

Risk Assessment, Control Measures and Safe Systems

We undertake regular risk assessments for all routine tasks and for one-off jobs that present unusual hazards. Assessments identify hazards, evaluate risks and specify controls to reduce risk to an acceptable level. Our control hierarchy prioritises elimination and substitution, followed by engineering controls, administrative controls and personal protective equipment (PPE). Specific controls for man and van Brompton operations include vehicle loading plans, use of mechanical aids, secure stacking, and exclusion zones on site.

Training and competence are central to our approach. All staff receive induction training covering manual handling, traffic management, hazardous materials awareness and the correct use of PPE. Refresher training is scheduled periodically and when new equipment or procedures are introduced. We maintain written records of training and competency assessments to ensure our team can safely deliver Brompton waste removal services in diverse settings.

Operational controls include vehicle maintenance, pre-shift checks, fuel and fluid safety, secure load restraints and clear communication between crew members. We use documented permit-to-work procedures for high-risk tasks. Emergency arrangements are in place for spill response, vehicle incidents and medical emergencies, and teams are trained to implement these procedures quickly and effectively.

Practical Procedures and Safe Working Practices

Incident prevention relies on clear procedures. These include safe manual handling techniques, correct segregation of recyclable and non-recyclable materials, and procedures for dealing with potentially hazardous waste such as asbestos, chemicals or contaminated items. If contaminated or hazardous waste is suspected, work stops and specialist advice is sought. We maintain a culture where staff must report hazards and near misses so continuous improvement can occur.

We employ clear signage, secure storage for collected materials and regular housekeeping to reduce slips, trips and falls. Our rubbish removal crews follow a checklist before departing any site: vehicle chocks, load security, rear door locks, and reflective clothing when working near traffic. Drivers use route planning to minimise time spent in high-risk locations and to reduce fatigue. These measures support safe, efficient Brompton removal service delivery.

Monitoring, review and continual improvement are embedded in our management system. Performance is tracked through regular safety inspections, vehicle checks, and incident trend analysis. Audits are carried out to verify compliance with this policy and to identify opportunities for improvement. Where changes to operations or equipment occur, risk assessments are updated and staff notified.

Health, welfare and wellbeing of staff are important aspects of this policy. We provide appropriate PPE, encourage early reporting of health concerns, and support access to occupational health services when required. Arrangements are also made for adequate rest breaks, safe working hours and measures to manage stress and fatigue related to driving and manual work often associated with rubbish collection and man and van tasks.

Reporting and investigation procedures require all incidents, injuries and near misses to be reported promptly. Investigations focus on identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence. We emphasise learning rather than blame, and staff are encouraged to suggest safety improvements and practical ideas to reduce risks in everyday Brompton rubbish removal activities.

Management will review this policy annually or sooner if there are significant changes to the business, equipment or legislation. The policy is supported by detailed procedures and operational documents held separately and made available to staff. By following these principles, Brompton Man with Van commits to delivering safe, responsible and professional rubbish and waste removal services while protecting people and the environment.