3.6 COSHH Assessments
For all materials or substances utilised which may be hazardous to health, a formal COSHH Assessment will be carried out by the MD or his nominated representative. A register of hazardous substances shall be kept at the head office along with all relevant Safety Data Sheets. A copy of relevant COSHH Assessment(s) will be communicated to the operative(s) providing instruction for safe use.
3.7 COVID-19
The spread of COVID-19, commonly referred to as the Coronavirus, is an exceptional circumstance with ongoing ramifications for Combat Pest Control Ltd, employees, individuals and clients that may be affected by our work. As the situation continues to develop and change, Combat Pest Control Ltd will provide updated advice, resources and guidance in line with current Government guidance to support our employers. 3.8 Communication with workers The company uses a variety of methods to communicate information with employees and sub-contractors. A monthly informal meeting is held to discuss any issue, including safety. We will also pass information to employees with pay slips as required. A notice board in the head office is also kept up to date.
Communication with employees whose first language is not English will be carried out using one or more of the following methods;
Ensure adequate time to consult with employees where language and/or literacy may be issues so they can absorb the information and respond to you. Use an interpreter; this may be a trained work colleague. Get information translated and check that this has been done clearly and accurately by testing it with native speakers. Use pictorial information and internationally understood pictorial signs where appropriate Where information has to be in English, use clear and simple materials, and allow more time to communicate issues.
3.9 Contractors and Sub-Contractors
All contractors and sub-contractors who are working for the company will comply with the company;
1.Health & Safety Policy. 2.Emergency procedures. 3. Hazard/accident reporting procedures.
All accidents and near misses need to be reported and recorded in the Accident Book located in main office.
The company's health and safety policy can be found on company notice boards which are situated in the office.
All contractors must complete the contractor’s competence form before commencing work.
The MD or his nominated representative is responsible for assessing and controlling contractors and subcontractors working for or on behalf of Combat Pest Control Ltd.
3.10 Display Screen Equipment (DSE)
Working with Display Screen Equipment is recognised as being a major cause of injury and ill health. Combat Pest Control Ltd will carry out risk assessments and provide information, instruction and training to its entire DSE user staff. Employees must carry out the recommendations of the risk assessment and must report instances of injury or ill health suspected of being caused by DSE work to the person responsible for Health & Safety at their earliest convenience.
3.11 Electricity at Work
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