Health and Safety Policy for Business Waste Removal Soho

Purpose: This policy defines the health and safety commitments of our commercial rubbish and waste collection service operating under the name Business Waste Removal Soho. It sets out responsibilities, safe working practices and measures to protect employees, contractors, visitors and members of the public during all aspects of rubbish collection, commercial waste removal and transfer activities. Safety is a core value and applies to every task we undertake.

Scope and Objectives

This policy covers all activities associated with rubbish removal in Soho and neighbouring service areas, including scheduled collections, ad hoc clearances, bulky item removal and site-based commercial waste disposal work. The objectives are to:

• Prevent accidents and injury through risk assessment and control measures;
• Ensure compliance with applicable health and safety standards;
• Maintain safe vehicles, equipment and operational procedures;
• Promote safe manual handling and waste segregation practices among staff and subcontractors.

Policy Statement

We commit to providing a working environment that reduces the likelihood of workplace incidents and environmental harm while delivering efficient rubbish collection Soho services. Management will ensure that risks are identified, assessed and controlled; that employees receive adequate training and equipment; and that resources are made available for health and safety systems. All personnel must follow this policy and related procedures and report hazards or incidents immediately.

Roles and Responsibilities

Responsibilities are allocated as follows to ensure a consistent approach across our commercial waste removal operations:

• Senior Management: allocate resources, define policy, review performance and ensure legal compliance;
• Managers and Supervisors: implement safe systems, conduct local risk assessments and monitor staff performance;
• Employees and Drivers: follow safe operating procedures, use personal protective equipment (PPE), and report hazards.

Each role is accountable for maintaining safe rubbish removal practices across service locations.

Training and Competence All staff engaged in rubbish collection and commercial waste disposal receive induction and ongoing training relevant to their duties. Training covers manual handling techniques, safe lifting, vehicle loading and unloading, operation of lifting equipment, traffic management while on route, and the correct handling of hazardous or restricted wastes. Training records are maintained and reviewed; refresher sessions are provided when processes change or where incidents indicate further instruction is necessary.

Personal protective equipment is provided and maintained by the company. Employees are required to use gloves, high-visibility clothing, sturdy footwear and other PPE as specified for the task. Vehicle inspections and equipment maintenance schedules are in place to ensure safe, roadworthy transport for all rubbish collection and waste transfer tasks. Safe vehicle operation and secure load containment are emphasised in driver briefings and checks.

Hazardous Waste and Special Materials Where commercial waste removal involves hazardous items, batteries, chemicals, asbestos-containing materials or sharps, specific procedures are applied. Waste will be segregated, labelled and handled by trained personnel. Appropriate containment, transport documentation and disposal routes are used to prevent contamination and protect public health. Incident controls include spill kits, containment procedures and immediate reporting to a supervisor.

Emergency Response and Incident Reporting

Clear processes are in place for dealing with accidents, spills and near-misses during rubbish collection operations. Emergency contacts and first aid arrangements are maintained at depots and with crews on route. All incidents are recorded, investigated and actions taken to prevent recurrence. Lessons learned inform updates to standard operating procedures and staff briefings.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement The effectiveness of this health and safety policy is monitored through regular audits, inspections and performance reviews. Key performance indicators include incident rates, training completion, vehicle inspection records and corrective actions closed. The policy is reviewed at least annually or sooner following significant changes in operations, new equipment, or after a serious incident. Continuous improvement is achieved by integrating operational feedback and audit findings into practice.

Safe Working Practices

Our service delivery emphasises practical controls to reduce harm during routine rubbish removal tasks:

• Pre-task risk assessments prior to site entry or special clearances;
• Appropriate segregation and containment of waste streams to avoid cross-contamination;
• Use of mechanical aids and team lifts to reduce manual handling risks;
• Traffic management measures at sites and safe loading/unloading procedures for vehicles;
• Clear labelling and safe storage of hazardous materials until authorised disposal.

Commitment This policy is endorsed by senior leadership and applies to all employees, contractors and subcontractors engaged in rubbish removal and commercial waste services in our operating area. Everyone is expected to play an active role in upholding health and safety standards and contributing to a safer working environment.

Signed on behalf of the company. The policy is available to staff and relevant stakeholders and will be communicated through induction, briefings and internal publications. Regular review ensures alignment with evolving best practice in waste management and occupational safety.