Health and Safety Policy — Skip Hire Euston

Scope: This policy sets out the commitment of Skip Hire Euston to maintain safe working conditions across all skip hire and rubbish collection operations. It applies to all employees, contractors, and visitors engaged with our waste removal and skip services within our service area. The aims are to prevent accidents, reduce risks associated with rubbish collection, and ensure compliance with best practice in environmental and workplace safety. Our rubbish company operations are conducted to protect people, property, and the environment while delivering efficient skip hire services.

Policy statement: We are committed to providing a safe working environment for everyone affected by our skip hire, waste collection and disposal activities. Prevention of injury, minimising exposure to hazardous materials, and the promotion of safe manual handling procedures are central to this policy. Management will provide adequate resources, training and supervision to deliver these objectives and to ensure safe rubbish removal across the service area.

Responsibilities: All staff have a duty to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions. Managers and supervisors must ensure that risk assessments are carried out for skip delivery, waste loading, transport and disposal tasks and that control measures are implemented. Contractors and third-party drivers who perform skip drop-offs or rubbish disposal work with us must follow our safety protocols and report incidents without delay.

Risk Assessment and Control Measures

Risk assessments identify hazards associated with skip hire operations, including manual handling, vehicle movements, hazardous waste segregation, and site access. Control measures include clear site setup procedures, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe loading techniques, and traffic management when delivering or collecting skips. We will regularly review and update assessments to reflect changes in operations or legislation impacting rubbish removal and skip services.

Training and Competence: All personnel involved in skip hire and waste management will receive appropriate training for their roles, including safe lifting techniques, hazardous materials recognition, and incident reporting procedures. Training is recorded and refreshed at suitable intervals to maintain competence. Operational staff and drivers are required to undergo vehicle-based safety training and defect reporting processes to reduce risks during rubbish collection rounds.

Operational Controls

We maintain strict operational controls to ensure safe skip placement, loading restrictions, and segregation of recyclable and hazardous wastes. Practical measures include:

• Pre-delivery site checks and customer instructions
• Clear labelling of skips and prohibition of hazardous wastes where appropriate
• Use of correct lifting equipment and adherence to vehicle loading limits

These controls support consistent and safe rubbish company operations while protecting the public and workforce.

Incident Reporting and Investigation: All accidents, near-misses or unsafe conditions must be reported promptly. Investigations will identify root causes and corrective actions. Records of incidents and outcomes will be maintained and reviewed to prevent recurrence. Strong emphasis is placed on learning from events to continually improve safety in waste collection and skip hire activities.

Vehicle and Driver Safety: Vehicles used for skip hire and rubbish transport are inspected daily for defects, maintained in line with manufacturer guidance, and logged. Drivers must follow safe driving practices, secure loads correctly, and comply with any site-specific access controls. The company enforces rest periods and safe route planning to lower the risk of fatigue-related incidents during collections.

Personal Protective Equipment and Hygiene: Appropriate PPE — including gloves, high-visibility clothing, eye protection and safety boots — is provided and must be worn where required. Staff handling potentially contaminated or hazardous material receive additional protection and instruction on decontamination and hygiene to reduce cross-contamination risks. Good housekeeping on sites and regular cleaning of equipment are mandatory to limit exposure to waste-related hazards.

Contractor and Subcontractor Management: Contractors engaged for skip hire, waste transfer, or disposal must meet our safety standards and demonstrate competence. Prior to work, contractors are assessed and given clear instructions about site-specific risks and required controls. Collaborative planning ensures that rubbish collection and skip placement operations proceed without compromising safety or environmental protection.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement: We monitor safety performance through regular inspections, audits and safety meetings. Key performance indicators include incident rates, near-miss reports, and completion of corrective actions. Management reviews this policy annually (or sooner if operations change) to ensure its effectiveness in maintaining safe skip hire and rubbish removal practices across the service area.

Commitment: The company leadership is committed to providing the resources necessary to fulfil this policy. Every member of staff, from drivers to management, is expected to support these objectives and contribute to a culture of safety and environmental responsibility. This policy is an integral part of our approach to delivering reliable skip hire services and professional rubbish removal while protecting people and the environment.