Man and Van King's Cross Health and Safety Policy

Man and Van King's Cross is committed to providing a professional and safe removal service for our staff, customers, visitors and members of the public. This Health and Safety Policy sets out our approach to managing risks associated with moving, loading, unloading and transporting goods in homes, offices and commercial premises.

We recognise our responsibilities under relevant health and safety legislation and industry best practice. Our objective is to prevent injury, ill health, damage to property and avoidable disruption while delivering our man and van and removals services.

Our Health and Safety Commitments

We will actively promote a positive health and safety culture throughout the company. Management accepts that safety is an integral part of providing a quality removal service and will provide appropriate resources to meet this commitment.

Our key commitments are to:

Assess and manage risks associated with lifting, carrying, loading and transport operations.

Provide clear information, instruction, training and supervision to our team.

Maintain vehicles, equipment and tools in safe working condition.

Plan work to minimise risks to staff, customers and the public.

Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses and take corrective action.

Review this policy regularly and update it as necessary.

Responsibilities

Overall responsibility for health and safety within Man and Van King's Cross rests with the company management. Managers are responsible for ensuring that suitable arrangements are in place to implement this policy and that safe systems of work are followed on every job.

All employees, contractors and regular workers have a duty 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, training and instructions provided by the company.

Use vehicles, equipment and personal protective equipment correctly.

Report hazards, defects, near misses and incidents promptly.

Cooperate with management to enable all statutory duties to be complied with.

Risk Assessment and Planning

Before carrying out removal work, we assess the potential hazards associated with the property, access routes, items to be moved and the surrounding area. Where appropriate, a site assessment is undertaken to identify specific risks such as narrow staircases, shared entrances, vehicle access issues, restricted parking or uneven surfaces.

On the basis of this assessment we plan the work to ensure:

Sufficient staff and appropriate vehicles are allocated.

Manual handling tasks are shared and organised to reduce strain.

Heavy or awkward items are moved using suitable equipment.

Safe access is maintained through corridors, stairwells and doorways.

The public is protected from moving vehicles and lifting operations.

Manual Handling and Safe Lifting

Manual handling of furniture, boxes and equipment is a core part of our service. To reduce the risk of injury, we provide training in safe lifting techniques, team lifting, load assessment and posture.

Our procedures include:

Assessing the weight, shape and stability of items before moving.

Using trolleys, dollies, straps and other moving aids where appropriate.

Requesting additional staff for large or complex moves.

Avoiding twisting, overreaching or sudden movements when lifting.

Taking breaks when needed to prevent fatigue.

Vehicles and Driving Safety

Our vehicles are maintained in a safe and roadworthy condition and are suitable for the size and type of loads carried. Regular checks are carried out on brakes, tyres, lights, securing points and loading areas, and any defects are dealt with promptly.

Drivers must adhere to road traffic laws, speed limits and parking restrictions and must drive in a manner that protects passengers, other road users and pedestrians. Loads are secured to prevent movement during transit, and vehicles are not overloaded.

Customer Premises and Public Safety

We take care to minimise disruption and hazards at customer premises and in shared or public areas. This includes:

Keeping routes as clear as reasonably practicable.

Positioning ramps and equipment safely.

Taking care when moving large items through communal spaces.

Managing vehicle movements to reduce risks when loading and unloading.

Respecting building rules, access arrangements and security requirements.

Equipment, PPE and Housekeeping

Any equipment used in our work, such as trolleys, lifting straps and ramps, is inspected regularly and taken out of use if defective. Where needed, staff are provided with suitable personal protective equipment, which may include safety footwear, gloves and high visibility clothing.

We maintain good housekeeping on jobs, keeping work areas as tidy as possible, managing waste materials responsibly and avoiding trip hazards from packaging, tools and loose items.

Training, Communication and Consultation

All staff receive information and training relevant to their role, including induction training, manual handling techniques, use of equipment, vehicle safety and emergency procedures. Additional training is provided when there are changes in equipment, vehicles, processes or work locations.

We encourage open communication on safety matters and invite staff to raise any concerns or suggestions that could improve our health and safety performance. Feedback from customers on safety issues is also welcomed and reviewed.

Accidents, First Aid and Emergencies

All accidents, incidents and near misses are recorded and, where necessary, investigated to identify root causes and implement improvements. Staff are instructed to seek medical attention where required and to report any work-related health concerns.

Emergency procedures, including what to do in case of fire, injury or road traffic incidents, are communicated to staff. Vehicles and teams have access to basic first aid provisions appropriate to the nature of the work.

Policy Review

This Health and Safety Policy is reviewed regularly and whenever there are significant changes to our operations, legal requirements or best practice guidance. Updated versions are communicated to staff to ensure that everyone understands their responsibilities and the standards expected.

By working together, Man and Van King's Cross aims to provide a reliable, efficient and safe removal service for all customers and communities we serve.



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Company name: Man and Van King's Cross Ltd.
Opening Hours:
Monday to Sunday, 07:00-00:00

Street address: 277 Gray's Inn Rd
Postal code: WC1X 8QF
City: London
Country: United Kingdom

Latitude: 51.5293240 Longitude: -0.1203570
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