COMPANY RESPONSIBILITIES

We will ensure, so far as is reasonably practical, the health safety and welfare at work of all employees. It will manage its business in such a way and so far is reasonably practical, that the safety and welfare of persons not employed by Heritage Security Services are not exposed to risks.

This policy explains in broad terms, what must be done by everyone within the Company to achieve these objectives. The aim is to provide a sound basis for the co-operation between management and employees and is intended to encourage continuous improvement of our Health, Safety and Environmental performance.

OBJECTIVES & COMMITMENT

• The Company will carry out a full risk assessment exercise and identify the health and safety hazards and manage those hazards so that the risks are effectively controlled, in accordance with the Company’s policy.
• Concentrate on the elimination of risks to persons, as a first priority, then on a risk reduction, prevention of injury and loss due to damage.
• The Company shall also endeavour to provide a safe and sound working environment for workers and visitors.
• Work to safety standards which satisfy statutory requirements and reflect good industry practices.
• Review and develop these standards continuously and when changes in legislation, industry practice or technology occur, revise them accordingly.

We are committed to consult with employees on health, safety and welfare issues by:

• Ensuring that our employees are trained to understand and carry out their job responsibilities. This will involve, but will not be limited to, selection, training, re-training supporting and continuous assessment of employee performance.
• Continually monitoring this policy by auditing and reviewing its effectiveness in the workplace.

LEGAL OBLIGATIONS

Heritage Security Services recognises the legal obligations placed on it by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other statutory legislation, as may be applicable to our undertaking.

Our Health and Safety documentation and records are kept in the Company Office and will be made freely accessible to employees, guests, clients, contractors, visitors and members of the public and persons who made be affected by our operations.

HEALTH & SAFEETY ADVISORY SERVICE

In order to assist us in our undertaking, we have appointed CITATION Plc as our Health and Safety Consultants. They provide competent advice and guidance to which we duly adhere.

THE BRITISH SECURITY INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is the Professional Trade Association for the Security Industry. Founded in 1967, the BSIA has established a highly respected position as the Industry’s principle voice and its name is synonymous with high quality and Customer Services Excellence.

INSURANCE

Comprehensive combined liability insurance is maintained for all clients, a copy of which is available for inspection upon request.