Man and Van Eastcote Health and Safety Policy

Man and Van Eastcote is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for all employees, subcontractors, customers and members of the public who may be affected by our removal and transportation activities. This policy sets out our approach to managing health and safety across our man and van and house removal services.

Policy Statement and Objectives

We recognise our duty to manage health and safety risks arising from our operations and to comply with all relevant health and safety legislation and guidance. Our objectives are to prevent injury and ill health, protect property, and promote a culture of safety throughout our removal services.

We will achieve this by assessing and controlling risks, providing information and training, maintaining safe equipment and vehicles, and encouraging open communication about safety concerns. This policy applies to all work activities carried out by Man and Van Eastcote, including local moves, long-distance removals, single-item collections and deliveries.

Responsibilities of Management

Management is responsible for implementing and maintaining this Health and Safety Policy and for ensuring that adequate resources are made available to meet our commitments. Management duties include:

Identifying and assessing risks associated with lifting, carrying, loading, unloading, driving and working at customers premises.

Putting in place suitable control measures to reduce risks to an acceptable level.

Ensuring that vehicles, lifting aids and equipment used for removals are maintained in a safe and roadworthy condition.

Providing employees with information, instruction and training relevant to their roles, including manual handling, safe driving and use of equipment.

Monitoring health and safety performance and taking corrective action where necessary.

Reviewing this policy regularly to ensure it remains effective and up to date.

Responsibilities of Employees and Subcontractors

Every person working for Man and Van Eastcote shares responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment. All staff and subcontractors are expected to:

Take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions.

Follow all safety procedures, instructions and training provided by the company.

Use vehicles, tools, lifting aids, protective equipment and materials correctly and for their intended purpose.

Report accidents, near misses, hazards or unsafe practices to management as soon as practicable.

Cooperate with any accident investigation or safety review.

Risk Assessment and Safe Working Practices

We carry out risk assessments for key activities associated with our man and van and removal services. These include manual handling of furniture and boxes, loading and unloading vehicles, carrying items up and down stairs, driving and parking, and working in and around customer properties.

Safe working procedures will be developed and followed for tasks identified as higher risk. Where appropriate, job-specific assessments may be carried out on site, taking into account access routes, parking arrangements, narrow stairways, heavy or awkward items, and any customer-specific considerations.

Manual Handling and Use of Equipment

Manual handling is a core part of removal work and is a significant source of potential injury. To reduce these risks, we will:

Provide guidance and training on safe lifting and carrying techniques.

Encourage staff to ask for assistance when lifting bulky, heavy or awkward items.

Use trolleys, straps, blankets and other moving equipment where appropriate.

Plan lifting tasks in advance, considering the weight, shape and route for each item.

Discourage staff from taking unnecessary risks, such as rushing, overreaching or lifting beyond their capability.

Vehicle Safety and Safe Driving

Our removal vehicles are essential to our service and will be managed to high safety standards. We will:

Ensure vehicles are regularly inspected and maintained in line with legal and manufacturer requirements.

Check that loads are distributed safely and secured to prevent movement during transit.

Promote safe driving practices, including adherence to speed limits, consideration for other road users and avoidance of distractions while driving.

Plan routes and parking arrangements where possible to minimise reversing, tight manoeuvres and exposure to traffic risks when loading and unloading.

Working at Customer Premises

When operating at customers homes, offices or storage facilities, our staff will act with care and professionalism to protect both people and property. This includes:

Checking access routes for hazards such as loose rugs, wet floors, low ceilings or poorly lit areas.

Using protective coverings where suitable to reduce the risk of slips, trips and property damage.

Keeping walkways as clear as practicable and stacking items safely.

Communicating with customers about any access limitations or safety concerns that may affect the move.

Welfare, Fitness for Work and Protective Equipment

We recognise that removal work can be physically demanding. We encourage staff to maintain good levels of fitness and to inform management of any health conditions that may affect their ability to carry out tasks safely. Where required and appropriate, we will provide personal protective equipment such as gloves or high-visibility vests and ensure that it is used correctly.

Incident Reporting and Emergency Procedures

All accidents, incidents and near misses must be reported promptly so that they can be recorded, investigated and, where necessary, followed by corrective actions. Our goals are to identify root causes, prevent recurrence and continuously improve our safety performance.

In the event of an emergency such as injury, fire, road traffic collision or significant property damage, staff must follow agreed procedures, prioritising the safety of people, calling emergency services as needed and notifying management as soon as it is safe to do so.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement

This Health and Safety Policy will be monitored on an ongoing basis and formally reviewed at regular intervals or following any significant change in our operations or relevant legislation. Feedback from employees, subcontractors and customers is welcomed as part of our commitment to continual improvement.

By working together and following the principles set out in this policy, Man and Van Eastcote aims to deliver reliable removal services while protecting the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone involved.



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Company name: Man and Van Eastcote Ltd.
Opening Hours:
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Street address: 1 Long Dr
Postal code: HA4 0HG
City: London
Country: United Kingdom

Latitude: 51.5567580 Longitude: -0.3978260
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