Health & Safety Policy Statement
Sharp Group Logistics is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for all employees, contractors, clients, and visitors. Our goal is to prevent accidents, injuries, and illnesses related to our operations and ensure that health and safety remain a core priority across all levels of our organization.
Our Commitment
We are dedicated to:
1. Compliance: Ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation, regulations, and standards.
2. Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with our activities.
3. Safe Work Environment: Maintaining workplaces that are free from hazards and conducive to employee well-being.
4. Training: Providing employees and contractors with the training, resources, and supervision necessary to perform their duties safely.
5. Continuous Improvement: Regularly reviewing and improving our health and safety policies, practices, and systems.
Our Health & Safety Principles
To achieve our objectives, we adhere to the following principles:
1. Leadership and Accountability:
• Directors and managers are responsible for promoting a culture of safety and ensuring compliance with health and safety policies.
• Employees are empowered to take ownership of their own safety and the safety of others.
2. Hazard Identification and Control:
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards.
• Implement control measures to minimize or eliminate risks.
3. Emergency Preparedness:
• Maintain and regularly review emergency response plans.
• Ensure employees are trained to respond effectively to emergencies.
4. Communication and Consultation:
• Foster open communication about health and safety issues.
• Engage with employees and contractors to gather feedback and implement improvements.
5. Incident Reporting and Investigation:
• Encourage prompt reporting of accidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Investigate incidents thoroughly to prevent recurrence.
Responsibilities
• Directors and Managers: Provide leadership and ensure resources are available to implement this policy effectively.
• Employees and Contractors: Follow health and safety procedures, report hazards, and participate in training programs.
• Visitors and Clients: Adhere to site safety rules and cooperate with our health and safety measures.
Monitoring and Review
This policy will be reviewed annually or in response to significant changes in operations, legislation, or incidents. We remain committed to adapting and improving our approach to health and safety to align with best practices.
Health and Safety: A Shared Responsibility
At Sharp Group Logistics, we believe that health and safety are shared responsibilities. By working together, we can ensure a safe environment for everyone involved in our operations.
For more information, or to report a health and safety concern, please contact:
📧 Email: info@sharpgrouplogistics.co.uk
Sharp Group Logistics
02/01/2025