Health & Safety Policy
At Mustard Seed, the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees, subcontractors, clients, and the public are our highest priority. We are committed to creating a culture where safety is at the forefront of everything we do.
Our Commitments:
Compliance: We fully comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, and all other relevant legislation and industry standards.
Risk Management: We proactively identify, assess, and control health and safety risks in all our operations, implementing robust safe systems of work.
Training and Competence: We ensure all our employees and subcontractors are properly trained, competent, and equipped to carry out their work safely.
Consultation: We regularly engage with our workforce on health and safety matters, encouraging open communication and continuous improvement.
Equipment and Substances: We provide and maintain safe plant, equipment, and substances, ensuring their proper use through clear instructions and supervision.
Safe Working Environment: We maintain safe and healthy working conditions, providing appropriate welfare facilities for all our work sites.
Emergency Preparedness: We have clear emergency procedures in place and ensure all personnel are familiar with them.
Continuous Improvement: We regularly review and update our health and safety practices, learning from experiences and evolving industry best practices.
Leadership: Our management team leads by example, demonstrating a personal commitment to health and safety excellence.
Subcontractor Management: We carefully select and manage our subcontractors to ensure they meet our high standards of health and safety.
We are committed to preventing work-related injuries and ill health. Every employee and subcontractor has the authority to stop any activity they consider unsafe. Together, we strive to ensure everyone returns home safe and well every day.
This policy is regularly reviewed and communicated to all employees and relevant stakeholders. It is available to the public and all interested parties.