Storage Lampton Health and Safety Policy
Storage Lampton is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our employees, customers, contractors, visitors and members of the public who may be affected by our removal and storage activities. This Health and Safety Policy sets out our overall aims and the principles that guide our day to day operations, with a specific focus on safe handling, transportation and storage of goods.
We recognise our legal and moral responsibilities to prevent injury and protect health. We aim to continuously improve our health and safety performance, integrating safety considerations into planning, decision making and service delivery across our removal and storage operations.
Policy Objectives
The key objectives of this policy are to prevent accidents, work related ill health and unsafe situations; to comply with relevant health and safety legislation and recognised industry standards; to provide safe systems of work for moving, loading, unloading and storing goods; to ensure the safety of customers and visitors on our premises and at collection and delivery locations; and to promote a positive health and safety culture throughout Storage Lampton.
Management Responsibilities
Senior management at Storage Lampton has overall responsibility for implementing this Health and Safety Policy and for ensuring that appropriate resources are available to uphold it. Management will set clear expectations, lead by example and regularly review health and safety performance.
Managers are responsible for ensuring that risk assessments are carried out for all relevant activities, including handling heavy items, operating vehicles, using lifting equipment and working in storage areas. They must ensure that identified control measures are implemented, monitored and updated as necessary. Managers will also ensure that employees receive suitable instruction, training and supervision to carry out their work safely.
Employee Responsibilities
All employees of Storage Lampton have a duty to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions or omissions. Employees must follow all safety procedures, use equipment correctly, wear any required personal protective equipment and report hazards, near misses and incidents without delay.
Employees must not undertake tasks for which they have not been trained or authorised. Everyone is encouraged to raise safety concerns or suggestions for improvement, and Storage Lampton will ensure that no one is disadvantaged for doing so in good faith.
Risk Assessment and Safe Systems of Work
Storage Lampton will identify and assess significant risks associated with our removal and storage services. This includes risks related to manual handling, vehicle movements, loading and unloading, stacking of goods, use of trolleys and lifting aids, working at height where applicable and general hazards within storage facilities and customer premises.
Based on these assessments we will develop and maintain safe systems of work, including clear procedures for planning removals, assessing access routes, securing loads, operating vehicles safely, using lifting equipment appropriately and maintaining good housekeeping in storage areas. Risk assessments and procedures will be reviewed periodically and whenever there are significant changes to work activities or equipment.
Manual Handling and Lifting
As a removal and storage company, Storage Lampton places particular emphasis on safe manual handling. We will train employees in correct lifting techniques, the use of handling aids and the importance of assessing the weight, size and stability of items before moving them.
Wherever reasonably practicable, mechanical aids such as trolleys and dollies will be used to reduce manual effort. Team lifting will be used for heavy or awkward loads and no employee will be expected to lift or carry items beyond their capability. Items will be packed, secured and stacked to minimise the risk of injury or damage during handling and transit.
Vehicles, Driving and Transport Safety
Storage Lampton will ensure that all vehicles used for removals and storage related transport are suitable for purpose, regularly inspected, maintained and kept in a safe condition. Drivers must hold the appropriate licences, follow road traffic requirements and adhere to company procedures for safe driving and loading.
Loads must be properly distributed and secured to prevent movement during transit. Particular care will be taken when operating in residential streets, commercial yards and near pedestrians. Reversing manoeuvres will be controlled and assisted wherever possible to reduce the risk of collision.
Storage Facilities and Site Safety
Our storage facilities will be maintained in a clean, orderly and secure condition. Access routes, stairs, loading bays and fire exits will be kept clear of obstruction. Lighting will be adequate for safe movement and work activities. Any damage to floors, racking or fixtures that could create a hazard will be reported and dealt with promptly.
Where racking or stacked goods are used, they will be arranged and maintained in a stable and safe manner, taking account of load limits and the nature of items stored. Only trained employees will be permitted to adjust or work on racking systems.
Fire Safety and Emergency Procedures
Storage Lampton will maintain appropriate fire safety measures in its facilities, including suitable detection, alarm and firefighting equipment where required. Emergency exits and escape routes will be clearly marked and kept unobstructed.
Emergency procedures for fire and other incidents will be established, communicated to staff and, where appropriate, to customers and visitors. Employees will be instructed on actions to take in an emergency, including evacuation procedures and how to raise the alarm.
Customer and Visitor Safety
We are committed to ensuring the safety of customers and visitors on our premises and at locations where we provide removal services. Customers and visitors will be made aware of any relevant safety rules for the areas they enter, particularly loading zones and storage areas.
Where work is taking place at customer premises, Storage Lampton staff will assess any immediate hazards, agree access routes and discuss any specific risks that may affect occupants or the public. We will take reasonable steps to minimise disruption and maintain safe conditions while carrying out our services.
Training, Information and Supervision
Storage Lampton will provide employees with appropriate health and safety training relevant to their roles, including induction training for new starters, task specific training for removal operations, manual handling, vehicle use and emergency procedures. Refresher training will be provided when necessary.
Information on risks and safe working practices will be communicated clearly through briefings, instructions and signage where appropriate. Supervisors will monitor work practices to ensure that procedures are followed and that standards are maintained.
Monitoring, Reporting and Continuous Improvement
We will monitor our health and safety performance by recording and reviewing accidents, incidents, near misses and reported hazards. Investigations will focus on identifying root causes and implementing measures to prevent recurrence.
Regular inspections of vehicles, equipment and premises will be undertaken to verify that safety standards are being met. Feedback from employees, customers and contractors will be considered in improving our systems and procedures.
Policy Review
This Health and Safety Policy will be reviewed periodically and whenever there are significant changes to our operations, legal requirements or industry best practice. Updated versions will be communicated to employees and made available to customers and other interested parties on request.
Storage Lampton expects everyone involved in our activities to cooperate in implementing this policy and to share our commitment to providing a safe and healthy environment in all aspects of our removal and storage services.
