Man and Van Chiswick Health and Safety Policy

Man and Van Chiswick is committed to providing a professional, safe and healthy environment for our employees, customers, subcontractors and members of the public affected by our removal and transport activities. This Health and Safety policy sets out our approach to managing risks associated with moving, lifting, loading, transport and on-site work at homes, offices and other premises.

Our Health and Safety Commitment

We recognise our responsibility to operate in a way that prevents injury, ill health and damage to property. We aim to continually improve our health and safety performance by identifying hazards, implementing controls and reviewing our procedures as our services and working methods evolve.

All managers, drivers, porters and support staff are required to follow this policy and the associated procedures. Health and safety is an integral part of our day-to-day operations and decision-making processes, rather than an add-on.

Legal Responsibilities

Man and Van Chiswick complies with relevant health and safety legislation and associated regulations that apply to removal, transport and manual handling activities. We monitor changes in applicable legal requirements and update our procedures and training accordingly.

Every employee has a legal duty to work safely, to cooperate with the company on health and safety matters and to avoid actions that could endanger themselves or others. Subcontractors engaged by Man and Van Chiswick are also expected to meet these standards.

Risk Assessment and Safe Working Practices

We carry out risk assessments for our key activities, including packing, loading, unloading, driving, parking, operating at customer premises and handling heavy or bulky items. These assessments identify significant hazards and set out the control measures required to reduce risks to an acceptable level.

Safe working practices are communicated to staff through training, toolbox talks and written guidance. Examples include correct lifting techniques, safe use of ramps and trolleys, selection and use of personal protective equipment, and procedures for working in confined spaces, stairwells or shared access areas.

Manual Handling and Use of Equipment

Manual handling is a core aspect of our removal services and can pose a significant risk of strain and injury if not managed correctly. To control this risk:

We plan lifting tasks in advance where possible, considering the weight, shape and fragility of items, access routes and any obstacles or uneven surfaces. We encourage staff to use handling aids such as trolleys, dollies, sliders, straps and ramps to reduce physical strain and improve control over loads.

All equipment is selected, used and maintained in line with manufacturer instructions. Damaged or defective equipment must be reported immediately and taken out of use until repaired or replaced.

Vehicle Safety and Driving Standards

Our vehicles are central to our operations and are maintained in a roadworthy condition. Regular checks and inspections are carried out to ensure that brakes, lights, tyres, securing points and other safety-critical systems are fully functional.

Drivers are required to follow road traffic laws, observe speed limits and adopt defensive driving techniques. Loads are secured to prevent movement during transit, minimising the risk of shifting items that could cause damage or affect vehicle stability. Routes and parking arrangements are planned with safety in mind, including consideration of loading zones, driveways and shared residential streets.

Customer and Public Safety

We take care to protect customers and members of the public during collection and delivery activities. This includes keeping access routes as clear as reasonably practicable, using safe lifting zones, and positioning vehicles to minimise obstruction and risk.

Where work is being carried out in shared areas such as communal hallways, pavements or car parks, we take steps to warn others and control the area as far as is practical, for example by verbal communication and positioning equipment and vehicles safely.

Training, Information and Supervision

All staff receive suitable induction and on-the-job training relevant to their roles. This includes training on manual handling, use of equipment, vehicle loading and unloading, personal protective equipment and emergency procedures.

Supervisors and experienced team members are responsible for overseeing new staff, monitoring working practices and correcting unsafe behaviour or conditions. Additional refresher training is provided when procedures change, new equipment is introduced or new risks are identified.

Accident Reporting and Emergency Procedures

All accidents, near misses and dangerous occurrences must be reported as soon as possible to a supervisor or manager. This enables us to investigate incidents, take corrective action and prevent recurrence.

We maintain appropriate procedures for responding to emergencies such as injuries, vehicle incidents, property damage and hazardous conditions at customer premises. Staff are informed of the steps to take, who to notify and how to secure the area and support any injured persons while professional assistance is obtained.

Consultation and Responsibilities

Management has overall responsibility for implementing this Health and Safety policy and for providing adequate resources to meet our objectives. Individual employees are responsible for following safe systems of work, using equipment correctly and raising concerns about hazards or unsafe conditions.

We encourage open communication about health and safety. Staff are invited to share suggestions, highlight risks and participate in improving our arrangements, including regular reviews and discussions.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement

Our health and safety performance is monitored by reviewing incident reports, customer feedback, staff comments and the findings from site and vehicle inspections. Where shortcomings are identified, we implement practical improvements to procedures, training or equipment.

This Health and Safety policy is reviewed periodically and whenever there are significant changes in legislation, operations or identified risks. Updated versions are communicated to all employees so that our approach remains effective, relevant and aligned with the needs of our removal services and the people who rely on them.

By following this policy, Man and Van Chiswick aims to deliver safe, reliable and responsible removal services at all times.



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Company name: Man and Van Chiswick Ltd.
Opening Hours:
Monday to Sunday, 07:00-00:00

Street address: 110 Sutton Ct Rd
Postal code: W4 3EQ
City: London
Country: United Kingdom

Latitude: 51.4853730 Longitude: -0.2683620
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