Health and Safety policy

Health and Safety Policy for Man and Van Ravenscourt Park

Man and Van Ravenscourt Park is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our staff, customers, visitors, and members of the public who may be affected by our removal and delivery activities. This policy sets out our approach to managing health and safety risks associated with our man and van, moving, and transport services.

Policy Statement

Our objective is to prevent accidents, injuries, and work-related ill health by identifying hazards, assessing risks, and putting effective controls in place. We will provide the information, instruction, training, and equipment necessary to carry out removal tasks safely and efficiently.

This policy applies to all employees, contractors, agency workers, and any other individuals engaged in work on behalf of Man and Van Ravenscourt Park, across all locations where we operate.

Health and Safety Responsibilities

The overall responsibility for health and safety rests with the company management. Management is responsible for ensuring that this policy is implemented, monitored, and reviewed regularly, and that adequate resources are allocated to maintain high standards of safety.

Supervisors and team leaders must ensure that work is carried out in accordance with this policy and any associated procedures. They are responsible for communicating safety requirements, monitoring compliance, and addressing unsafe practices promptly.

All employees and operatives have a duty to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions. They must follow safety instructions, use equipment correctly, report hazards, and co-operate fully with any health and safety initiatives.

Risk Assessment and Safe Working Practices

We will conduct suitable and proportionate risk assessments for our moving and transport activities, including loading and unloading vehicles, carrying furniture and household items, and working in residential and commercial properties.

Risk assessments will identify potential hazards such as manual handling, trips and falls, vehicle movements, working in confined spaces, and handling fragile or heavy items. Control measures will then be implemented, including safe systems of work, appropriate equipment, and clear operating procedures.

Staff are required to follow all safe working practices identified through the risk assessment process, including checking access routes, securing loads in vehicles, and using correct lifting techniques during moves.

Manual Handling and Lifting

Manual handling is a key part of our work. To minimise the risk of injury, all staff will receive guidance and training in safe lifting and carrying techniques. Wherever reasonably practicable, mechanical aids such as trolleys and sack trucks will be used to move heavy or bulky items.

Employees must assess the load before attempting to lift it, considering its weight, shape, and stability. If a load is too heavy or awkward, they must seek assistance or use suitable handling equipment rather than attempting to move it alone.

Staff are expected to avoid twisting, over-reaching, and overloading when lifting, and to take regular short breaks when carrying out repetitive moving tasks.

Vehicle and Driving Safety

Our vehicles are central to the delivery of removal services, and we take vehicle safety seriously. All vehicles will be maintained in a roadworthy condition, with regular checks on brakes, tyres, lights, and securing points in the load area.

Only authorised, competent, and appropriately licensed drivers may operate company vehicles. Drivers must comply with road traffic laws, follow company driving procedures, and avoid using mobile devices while driving, except through legally compliant hands-free systems where necessary.

Loads must be distributed evenly and secured properly to prevent movement during transit. Access ramps, tail lifts, and other loading equipment must be used correctly and inspected regularly for defects.

Use of Equipment and Personal Protective Equipment

Where required by the nature of the work, appropriate equipment and personal protective equipment will be provided. This may include protective gloves, safety footwear, and high-visibility garments when working near traffic or in shared access areas.

All equipment must be used in accordance with manufacturer instructions and company procedures. Employees are responsible for looking after equipment issued to them, reporting any damage or defects immediately, and not using unsafe tools or machinery.

Customer Premises and Public Safety

Our work often takes place in and around customer homes, offices, and public areas. We will take reasonable steps to minimise disruption and ensure safe access and egress at all times.

Staff must keep walkways as clear as possible, use warning signs or verbal warnings when moving large items, and take care not to create trip hazards with packaging, tools, or removal materials. Special care will be taken when moving items through shared stairwells, corridors, and entrances.

We will show due respect for customer property and surroundings, using suitable protection where needed to prevent damage and avoid causing unnecessary risk to others.

Training, Information, and Supervision

We are committed to ensuring that all staff receive appropriate health and safety training relevant to their role. This may include induction training, manual handling instruction, vehicle safety awareness, and task-specific guidance for specialist items.

Information about hazards, control measures, and safe procedures will be communicated clearly and updated when work practices or risk assessments change. Supervisors will monitor performance on site and provide additional instruction or support where needed.

Accident Reporting and Emergency Procedures

All accidents, incidents, near misses, and dangerous occurrences must be reported as soon as possible to management. This enables us to investigate the causes, take corrective actions, and reduce the likelihood of similar events in the future.

First aid provisions will be made available in vehicles and at operational bases where reasonably practicable. Staff will be informed of what to do in the event of an accident, fire, or other emergency, including how to contact emergency services and safeguard others on site.

Health and Wellbeing

We recognise that the physical nature of removal work can be demanding. We will seek to organise tasks to reduce excessive strain, provide adequate rest breaks, and avoid unrealistic time pressures that could lead to unsafe practices.

Employees are encouraged to inform management of any health conditions that may affect their ability to carry out specific tasks safely, so that reasonable adjustments can be considered.

Policy Review

This Health and Safety policy will be reviewed regularly, and updated when necessary to reflect changes in our operations, best practice, or applicable requirements. All staff will be informed of significant changes and expected to familiarise themselves with the updated policy.

By working together and following this policy, Man and Van Ravenscourt Park aims to maintain a safe, responsible, and professional removal service for every customer.



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

Street address: 28 Hammersmith Grove
Postal code: W6 7AW
City: London
Country: United Kingdom

Latitude: 51.4946760 Longitude: -0.2260550
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