Hotel / Public House
The health and safety policy document consists of 3 main parts:
- The general policy statement
- The organisation and responsibilities for carrying out the policy
- The arrangements for ensuring health and safety of employees
Accident Arrangements
- Details of the first aid facilities and trained members of staff
- Accident book location
- Reporting procedures under RIDDOR
- Contacts at the nearest hospital/GP, etc
Fire Safety Arrangements
- Fire precautions and procedures for staff to take in the event of a fire
- Fire escape routes
- Contacts at the fire department
- Details on inspection procedures to ensure fire safety
Training
- Identification of person(s) responsible for training
- Details of the specific training and supervision required for each job
- Information on the methods of identifying training requirements
- Details on the type and the location of training records
Hazardous Substances
(subject to risk assessment)
- Location of COSHH data sheets for substances, these may include cleaning chemicals, Beerline cleaner, CO2 cylinders etc
Identification and location of a suitable storage area - Safety requirements for use of substances e.g. personal protective equipment
- Procedure for introducing a new chemical
Electrical Equipment
- Procedures for checking for electrical safety
- Details of who carries out visual checks/formal checks
- Action to be taken in the event of a problem
- Contact details for electrician
Gas Appliances
- Details of the examination scheme for gas appliances
- Action to be taken in the event of a problem
- Contact details for Corgi registered service/repair workers
Manual Handling
(subject to risk assessment)
- Precautionary measures to be taken to minimise manual handling, e.g. when moving crates/kegs, CO2 cylinders, luggage, etc.
- Training details
General Safety Requirements
(subject to risk assessment)
- Methods of keeping traffic routes free from obstruction
- Prevention of slips, trips and falls
- Cleaning regimes and procedures
Rules for Visitors and Contractors
Report to reception/management on arrival and departure
Safe Use of Machinery
- Details of training requirements for staff
- Safety precautions to be taken when using all equipment e.g. food slicer, dumb waiter, compactor, passenger lift, etc
Welfare Facilities
- Staff toilet provision
- Staff rest area provision including non smoking facilities
- Adequate heating, ventilation, lighting, etc.
Lone Working
- Provision of training of lone workers to understand the risks and take the necessary precautions
- Instructions on how to raise the alarm in the event of an emergency
- Regular use of a contact system e.g. 2 hourly telephone contact
Pest Control Arrangements
Name and contact details of pest control company
Noise Control
For employees exposed to noisy equipment/bands, etc
It must be borne in mind that this is not an exhaustive list of subject matters. Not all of the above areas may be applicable to your business.