EASEBOURNE PARISH COUNCIL

HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY STATEMENT

Statement of intent
It is the policy of the Council to ensure, so far as is reasonable practicable, the health, safety and welfare of its employees whilst they are at work and of others who may be affected by their undertakings, and to comply with the Health and Safety at Work, etc. Act 1974 and all other relevant legislation as appropriate.

Responsibilities
To ensure prevention of ill health and the avoidance of accidents, and the promotion of safe and healthy workplaces, the following responsibilities have been established.

The Clerk has overall responsibility on behalf of the Council for implementing this policy and monitoring its implementation.  In particular, the Clerk is responsible for:
a) the practical implementation of the Health and Safety policy, Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, and other relevant legislation
b) ensuring that all operations are, as far as is reasonable practicable, conducted without detriment to the health and safety of personnel and others who may be affected by their activities
c) ensuring that regular inspections and risk assessments are undertaken
d) ensuring that all accidents, incidents and near misses, are reported.  Reviewing all such reports and ensuring that a full investigation is carried out and appropriate remedial action taken, where necessary

Contractors
Contractors are legally responsible for their own workforce and for ensuring that their work is carried out in a safe manner.