Health and Safety Policy for Man and Van Marylebone

Man and Van Marylebone is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our employees, contractors, customers, and members of the public who may be affected by our removal and transport activities. This Health and Safety Policy sets out our approach to managing risk and ensuring that all work, including house moves, office relocations, packing, loading, transport, and unloading of goods, is carried out safely and responsibly.

Health and Safety Objectives

Our primary objectives are to prevent injuries, protect health, and reduce risks associated with our moving and delivery services. We aim to identify hazards, implement effective controls, and continually improve our health and safety performance. Safety is an integral part of how we plan and deliver every removal, from small local moves to larger, more complex relocations.

Legal Compliance and Responsibilities

Man and Van Marylebone will comply with all applicable health and safety legislation and regulations relevant to our operations. We recognise our duty to provide safe systems of work, appropriate information, instruction, training and supervision, safe equipment, and a safe working environment.

Management is responsible for implementing this policy and ensuring that adequate resources are made available to meet our health and safety commitments. Employees and contractors are required to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions, and to cooperate fully with all safety measures.

Risk Assessment and Safe Systems of Work

We will carry out ongoing risk assessments for our removal and transport activities. This includes, but is not limited to, assessing manual handling tasks, use of vehicles, loading and unloading operations, use of equipment, working in residential and commercial premises, and any site-specific hazards such as stairs, tight access, or shared driveways.

Where significant risks are identified, we will implement safe systems of work, appropriate control measures, and provide guidance to staff. Work will be planned in advance to minimise hazards, taking into account access routes, parking arrangements, likely weights and dimensions of items, and any special requirements such as dismantling furniture or moving fragile items.

Manual Handling and Use of Equipment

Manual handling is a key element of our services, and we recognise the risks of strains, sprains, and other injuries. We will take all reasonably practicable steps to reduce manual handling risks by:

Providing manual handling training covering correct lifting techniques, team lifts, use of equipment, and recognition of personal limits.

Using appropriate handling aids such as trolleys, dollies, straps, and ramps where practical.

Ensuring that loads are assessed before lifting and that items that are too heavy or awkward are moved by more than one person or with mechanical assistance.

Giving staff authority to refuse to move items that present an unacceptable risk to their health or safety.

Equipment used in our operations will be maintained in a safe condition. Staff will be trained in the correct and safe use of any tools, lifting aids, and other devices used during removal work.

Vehicle Safety and Driving Standards

We recognise that our vehicles are central to our operations and that safe driving practices are essential for protecting drivers, passengers, other road users, and the public. Our approach includes:

Ensuring that vehicles are regularly inspected and maintained in a roadworthy condition.

Loading vehicles safely and securely to prevent movement of goods during transit, and to avoid overloading.

Encouraging safe driving behaviour, compliance with road traffic laws, and consideration for other road users.

Planning routes in a way that reduces unnecessary risks, taking into account access for larger vehicles and road conditions.

Protection of Customers and the Public

During removals and deliveries, we will take appropriate steps to protect customers, occupants of the premises, neighbours, and members of the public. This includes:

Organising work areas to minimise trip hazards from equipment, boxes, and packing materials.

Communicating clearly with customers about any safety-related instructions, such as keeping children and pets away from loading areas.

Using safe techniques when manoeuvring large items in and out of properties, particularly through doors, hallways, and staircases.

Training, Information, and Supervision

We will provide employees and regular contractors with appropriate training and information so that they can carry out their duties safely. Training may include induction training, manual handling, use of equipment, vehicle safety, personal protective equipment, and emergency procedures.

Supervision will be proportionate to the level of risk and the experience of the staff involved. New or less experienced team members will be supported and supervised to ensure that safe working practices are followed consistently.

Accident Reporting and Emergency Procedures

All accidents, incidents, and near misses must be reported as soon as reasonably practicable. We will record and investigate these events to identify causes and implement any necessary corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Workers will be informed of emergency procedures relevant to their tasks, including what to do in case of fire, serious injury, vehicle collision, or other emergencies. First aid arrangements will be maintained, and where necessary, access routes will be kept clear for emergency services.

Welfare, Health, and Wellbeing

We recognise the importance of general health and wellbeing in maintaining a safe workforce. Where practical, we will ensure that staff have reasonable access to rest breaks, drinking water, and suitable welfare facilities during their working day. We will not require staff to work in a way that leads to excessive fatigue or drives them to take unsafe shortcuts.

Continuous Improvement and Review

This Health and Safety Policy will be reviewed regularly and updated as necessary to reflect changes in legislation, guidance, our working practices, or the nature and scale of our removal operations. We will seek feedback from staff and customers on safety matters and use this information to improve our procedures.

By implementing this policy, Man and Van Marylebone aims to maintain a culture in which safety is a shared responsibility and an essential part of delivering reliable, professional removal services.



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Company name: Man and Van Marylebone Ltd.
Opening Hours:
Monday to Sunday, 07:00-00:00

Street address: 5 Upper Montagu St
Postal code: W1H 2AG
City: London
Country: United Kingdom

Latitude: 51.5189300 Longitude: -0.1603600
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