Health and Safety Policy — Fulham Man with Van
This Health and Safety Policy sets out the commitment of Fulham Man with Van and associated crews to provide a safe working environment for staff, contractors and members of the public involved in rubbish collection, waste removal and general man-and-van services. The policy covers routine operations, vehicle use, manual handling, waste sorting and temporary storage, and forms the basis for an ongoing programme of assessment, training and improvement. The aim is to prevent injury, property damage and environmental harm while delivering efficient rubbish removal and clearance services.
Scope and objectives
The policy applies to all staff, drivers, sub-contractors and operative teams engaged by Fulham man and van services when performing duties on behalf of the company. It includes collections from domestic premises, commercial clearances, and ad-hoc rubbish disposal tasks. The objectives are to: identify risks, reduce hazardous exposures, ensure lawful handling of waste, and maintain a culture of safety where everyone understands their responsibilities. Health and safety is integral to quality service delivery and to sustaining the trust of clients and communities we serve.
All employees and workers are required to familiarise themselves with this policy and the associated procedures. Management will provide the necessary resources to implement the policy and will review arrangements annually or whenever operational changes occur. Those engaged with rubbish removal Fulham activities must follow risk assessments and safe systems of work developed for each task.
Responsibilities and leadership
Company directors have overall responsibility for health and safety and will ensure that roles and responsibilities are delegated and documented. Supervisors and team leaders must ensure that operatives follow safe working practices, complete required training and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Each operative has a duty to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and to report hazards, incidents or near misses promptly. This shared responsibility supports the safe delivery of man with van Fulham assignments.
Risk assessment is central to our approach. Before any job, a site-specific assessment will be completed to identify potential hazards such as sharp objects, asbestos risk, hazardous liquids, unstable loads or restricted access. Measures to control risk will be recorded and communicated, including the use of mechanical aids, team lifting, segregation of recyclable and non-recyclable waste, and safe loading practices for vehicles engaged in rubbish collection.
Key control measures include:
- PPE requirements (vis vests, gloves, safety footwear, eye protection where necessary);
- Vehicle safety checks, secure load procedures and maintenance schedules;
- Manual handling training and the use of trolleys, lifting straps and team lifts;
- Waste segregation and handling protocols to reduce exposure to sharps, contaminants and hazardous substances.
Training and competence are maintained through induction, refresher sessions and task-specific briefings. New employees receive instruction in manual handling, vehicle operations and safe waste handling. Operatives involved in specialist removals receive additional instruction in hazardous waste precautions and secure transport. The company encourages the reporting of training needs and supports upskilling to strengthen safety performance across all man-and-van Fulham operations.
Incident reporting, investigation and corrective action are essential elements of continual improvement. All accidents, near misses and incidents must be recorded promptly. Investigations will identify root causes, immediate corrective steps and longer-term preventive measures. Where incidents reveal systemic issues, management will revise procedures, increase supervision and update training to prevent reoccurrence. Records are retained to monitor trends and to inform management reviews.
Emergency procedures are in place for on-site injuries, vehicle collisions, fuel spills or discovery of suspected hazardous materials. Operatives are trained to secure the area, provide first aid where appropriate, contact emergency services and notify managers without delay. Fire safety, spill response kits and first aid equipment are maintained in vehicles and at operational bases as appropriate for the scale of operations and the types of waste handled.
Contractor and subcontractor management follows the same safety standards expected of in-house staff. The company requires evidence of competence, insurance and safe systems of work before engaging third parties. Subcontractors are briefed on site conditions and are expected to comply fully with the policy and with any site-specific rules. Audits and spot checks are used to ensure ongoing compliance across all rubbish removal projects.
Monitoring and review involve regular site inspections, vehicle checks and management audits. Performance indicators such as incident frequency, near-miss reporting rates and training completions are tracked and used to prioritise improvements. The policy will be reviewed at least annually or after significant change to operations, to ensure it remains effective and aligned with best practice for rubbish collection services.
Fulham Man with Van is committed to continuous improvement and to embedding a mature safety culture where risks are managed proactively, where staff feel supported to raise concerns, and where safe, reliable rubbish clearance and man with van services are delivered consistently. This policy is supported by documented procedures, training records and operational controls that together protect people, property and the environment.
