Health & Safety Policy for Business Waste Removal Seven Sisters

This policy sets out the approach and commitments of our commercial rubbish and waste clearance operation in the Seven Sisters service area. It applies to all staff, contractors and any third parties engaged in providing waste collection, rubbish removal and commercial waste disposal services, and seeks to ensure safe working practices in every job we undertake. The aim is to prevent harm, reduce environmental risk and maintain consistent standards for all types of waste handling from routine office clearances to bulky item removal.

We recognise our legal and moral responsibilities for workplace safety and environmental protection. The policy covers risk assessment, training, safe vehicle use, manual handling, segregation of waste, management of hazardous materials and incident reporting. Roles and responsibilities are allocated so that managers maintain oversight of site safety, supervisors ensure daily compliance, and operatives follow safe systems of work. Everyone involved in rubbish removal Seven Sisters must be competent, aware and empowered to stop unsafe work.

The scope includes typical commercial waste removal tasks, from small shop clear-outs to larger office refurbishments. Key priorities are to eliminate risks where possible, control remaining hazards and provide the correct equipment and personal protective equipment. We maintain written safe operating procedures for each service type and ensure every operative has access to the relevant documentation. Regular toolbox talks, refresher training and on-site briefings are used to support continual improvement in health and safety standards.

Risk Assessment, Training and Competence

Risk assessments are completed for all recurring tasks and for novel or higher-risk jobs. Where necessary, dynamic risk assessments are conducted on arrival to account for site-specific hazards. Training focuses on manual handling techniques, correct use of lifting aids, safe vehicle loading and securing of loads, and the correct procedures for handling potentially hazardous waste. We maintain records of qualifications and certifications, ensuring that each member of the team is competent to perform assigned duties.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided and maintained. All operatives must wear appropriate PPE including high-visibility clothing, gloves, safety boots and eye protection as needed. PPE use is enforced and replaced promptly when damaged. We emphasise the importance of correct PPE selection and provide guidance on when gloves must be changed, when respiratory protection is required and how to maintain cleanliness to avoid contaminating clean areas.

Vehicles used for commercial waste collection Seven Sisters are maintained to a high standard. Routine pre-shift checks, service schedules and load-securing procedures reduce mechanical and transport-related risks. Drivers and crew follow traffic safety rules and site-specific access instructions, and they are trained in incident prevention while on the public highway and when entering private or restricted sites.

Waste Handling Procedures and Hazardous Materials

Waste segregation and labelling are mandatory. Recyclable materials are separated from general refuse at source wherever practical, and hazardous or specialist wastes are identified and processed according to statutory requirements. Our teams maintain clear records of any hazardous substances encountered and follow strict containment, packaging and documentation procedures to ensure safe transport and lawful disposal.

Emergency response and incident management procedures are in place and rehearsed. First aid arrangements, fire safety measures and spill control kits are provided on vehicles and at main operational depots. Any accident, near miss or potential environmental release must be reported immediately through our reporting system. Investigations are carried out to identify root causes and implement corrective actions, with findings communicated to all relevant staff to prevent recurrence.

Monitoring, review and continuous improvement are core to our approach. We conduct regular audits, safety inspections and performance reviews to measure compliance with this policy. Corrective actions are tracked to completion. This policy is reviewed annually or more frequently if legal changes, organisational changes or lessons from incidents dictate. Our objective is to provide consistent, safe and efficient rubbish collection services across the Seven Sisters area while protecting people, property and the environment.

Responsibilities and leadership: Senior managers are accountable for overall health and safety, ensuring adequate resources and visible leadership. Supervisors implement procedures on the ground and support operatives. Every worker must take reasonable care for their own safety and for others, follow instructions, attend training and report hazards without delay.

Core safety rules include:

• No lone working on high-risk tasks without controls;
• Use mechanical aids for heavy loads where available;
• Follow segregation and packaging rules for hazardous items;
• Ensure secure loading and correct signage on collection vehicles.

Failure to comply with safety rules may lead to disciplinary action; however, our primary aim is always to educate and prevent unsafe practices by strengthening competence and communication.

By implementing this policy, our waste removal services aim to deliver reliable and safe rubbish clearance and commercial waste disposal solutions. The policy is an integral part of our operations and applies to every activity carried out on behalf of the company in the service area. It demonstrates our commitment to maintaining high standards of workplace health, safety and environmental stewardship.