All work associated with an electrical system shall be undertaken in strict compliance with the Electricity at Work Regulations. Only competent and qualified electricians are permitted to work on electrical equipment and systems including changing of fuses, carrying out repairs or maintenance of electrical equipment and installation of accessories. A Permit to Work will be required when live working or testing and must only be carried out by competent and trained persons. Lone working is not allowed when live work takes place.
3.12 Environmental Protection
Combat Pest Control Ltd has a policy to comply with the current Environmental Protection Act, other associated statutory legislation and Approved Codes of Practice (ACOP). This applies to all those who are employed within the company or who are protected by its undertakings. Employees are asked to co-operate in the operation of this policy and make a positive contribution to environmental protection by making themselves aware of the firm's environmental policy and complying with the control measures in place. This may include compliance with the requirements of a Site Waste Management Plan where relevant. The policy is on display on the Company Main H&S notice board and is also available to interested parties on request.
3.13 Environmental Waste Management & Pollution Control
Combat Pest Control Ltd recognises the importance of meeting their legal requirements and to manage its waste responsibly, reduce the volume of waste sent to landfill and maximise reuse and recycling where possible Waste is unwanted materials, substances, equipment arising from commercial or industrial activities and includes: Building and demolition materials; Substances/chemicals (toxic or otherwise); Discarded or broken utensils or equipment; Contaminated soil, materials, plant etc. Combat Pest Control Ltd management shall identify potential waste disposal requirements of a project and make adequate provision to ensure its suitably managed disposal in accordance with the current Controlled Waste Regulations. Management shall determine the nature of the waste for disposal and shall ensure that suitable assessment is undertaken, that appropriate safe working procedures are devised and suitable containment of waste confirmed. Where undertaking removal of waste materials or products, management shall ensure that they are registered as a carrier in accordance with the Controlled Waste (The Controlled Waste (Registration of Carriers and Seizure of Vehicles) (Amendment) Regulations). Where contract carriers, are to be engaged to remove the waste, management shall confirm those appointed are suitably registered to undertake the business and shall confirm the proposed method and location of disposal.
Combat Pest Control Ltd shall:
Ensure that waste management is performed in accordance with all waste legislative requirements, including the duty of care, and to plan for future legislative changes and to mitigate their effects. Minimise waste generation at source and facilitate repair, reuse and recycling over the disposal of wastes, where it is cost effective. To coordinate each activity within the waste management chain. Promote environmental awareness in order to increase and encourage waste minimisation, reuse and recycling. Ensure the safe handling and storage of wastes on site Provide appropriate training for staff, on waste management issues. Where the site waste is the responsibility of the principal contractor the company will cooperate with the site rules as applicable.
3.14 Equipment Inspections & Records
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