Health and Safety Policy for Man and Van Queens Park
Man and Van Queens Park is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our employees, customers, visitors 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 risks associated with moving, lifting, loading, unloading and transporting furniture, household goods and commercial items.
Our Health and Safety Objectives
Our objectives are to prevent injury, ill health, damage to property and harm to the environment during all stages of our man and van and removal operations. We aim to:
• Identify hazards and assess risks associated with our services.
• Implement practical controls to reduce risks as far as reasonably possible.
• Provide suitable information, instruction, training and supervision to our staff.
• Maintain vehicles, equipment and work methods to a high safety standard.
• Learn from incidents, near misses and customer feedback to continually improve.
Management Responsibilities
The management of Man and Van Queens Park is responsible for ensuring that this Health and Safety Policy is implemented and maintained. Management will:
• Plan work to minimise manual handling risks and prevent unsafe practices.
• Provide appropriate equipment for lifting, moving and securing loads.
• Ensure vehicles used for removal services are roadworthy, clean and safe.
• Review and update risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Monitor compliance with safety procedures and investigate incidents.
Employee Responsibilities
All employees, drivers, porters and contractors engaged by Man and Van Queens Park have a duty to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions. Staff must:
• Follow all safety instructions, training and company procedures.
• Use equipment, tools and vehicles only as trained and intended.
• Wear any required personal protective equipment provided.
• Report hazards, defects, near misses or incidents without delay.
• Refrain from reckless behaviour that could place anyone at risk.
Risk Assessment and Safe Working Practices
We carry out risk assessments for our removal and man and van activities, including domestic moves, office moves and single-item transport. These assessments consider manual handling, working in confined spaces, stairs, access routes, parking, loading and unloading areas.
Safe working practices are developed from these assessments and may include:
• Surveying premises to plan safe access and exit routes.
• Allocating sufficient staff to handle heavy or awkward items.
• Using trolleys, dollies, straps and other aids whenever practical.
• Avoiding lifting items beyond safe individual capability.
• Keeping walkways, steps and vehicle access points clear of obstacles.
Manual Handling and Lifting
Manual handling is a central part of removal work and carries a risk of musculoskeletal injury if done incorrectly. To reduce this risk Man and Van Queens Park will:
• Train staff in correct lifting and carrying techniques.
• Encourage team lifting for heavy or bulky loads.
• Plan lifts to avoid twisting, overreaching and unnecessary carrying distances.
• Use mechanical aids or additional staff where the risk justifies it.
• Refuse to move items that cannot be handled safely with available resources.
Vehicle Safety and Load Security
Our vehicles are central to the safe delivery of removal services. We are committed to operating vehicles that are well maintained and properly loaded. This includes:
• Conducting routine checks on tyres, lights, brakes and restraints.
• Ensuring loads are evenly distributed and correctly secured.
• Using straps, blankets and protective materials to minimise movement and damage.
• Observing safe loading limits and not exceeding vehicle capacity.
• Parking and positioning vehicles safely at collection and delivery points.
Customer Premises and Public Safety
Our teams work in homes, offices and shared buildings, often in busy streets and residential areas. We take reasonable steps to protect customers, neighbours and the public by:
• Communicating clearly with customers about access, timing and any restrictions.
• Minimising obstruction of pavements, corridors and shared entrances.
• Using warning where appropriate when moving large items.
• Taking care to avoid damage to fixtures, fittings and communal areas.
• Working tidily and removing waste materials generated by our activities.
Training, Supervision and Competence
We recognise that skilled and informed staff are essential to safe removal operations. Man and Van Queens Park will:
• Provide induction training for new staff on company health and safety rules.
• Deliver ongoing instruction on manual handling, load security and safe driving.
• Supervise new or inexperienced staff until they are competent.
• Refresh training when new equipment or procedures are introduced.
Incident Reporting and Emergency Procedures
All accidents, injuries, near misses and property damage arising from our work must be reported at the earliest opportunity. We will:
• Record incidents and investigate their causes.
• Take corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Cooperate with any external investigations where required.
• Ensure staff are aware of emergency procedures, including what to do in the event of fire, traffic accidents or serious injury.
Continuous Improvement and Policy Review
Man and Van Queens Park is committed to continually improving its health and safety performance. This policy will be reviewed periodically, and whenever there are significant changes to our activities or relevant regulations. We will take into account lessons learned from day-to-day operations, staff feedback and customer comments.
By working together and following this Health and Safety Policy, Man and Van Queens Park aims to deliver reliable, efficient and safe removal services throughout our operating area, protecting people, property and the wider community.
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Our man and van Queen’s Park company is here to provide a range of flexible and inexpensive services to suit any moving requirement. So get in touch with us today for a free estimate.
| Transit Van | 1 Man | 2 Men |
| Per hour /Min 2 hrs/ | from £60 | from £84 |
| Per half day /Up to 4 hrs/ | from £240 | from £336 |
| Per day /Up to 8 hrs/ | from £480 | from £672 |
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Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday, 07:00-00:00
Postal code: NW6 2DP
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Web: https://manandvanqueenspark.org.uk/
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