Health and Safety policy

Man and Van Kilburn Health and Safety Policy

This Health and Safety Policy explains how Man and Van Kilburn manages health, safety and welfare for employees, contractors, customers and members of the public who may be affected by our removal and transport activities. Our aim is to carry out all work in a safe, responsible and professional manner, reducing risks as far as reasonably practicable.

Our Health and Safety Objectives

Man and Van Kilburn is committed to maintaining high standards of health and safety throughout every stage of a move, from initial planning and loading to transport and unloading. We seek to prevent accidents, injuries, and damage to property by planning work carefully, training staff properly, and monitoring our performance.

We will review this policy periodically and update it when necessary to reflect changes in legislation, industry guidance, and our working practices.

Roles and Responsibilities

Overall responsibility for health and safety within Man and Van Kilburn rests with the company management. Management is responsible for establishing safe systems of work, providing appropriate resources, and ensuring staff are trained and supervised.

All employees and contractors working on behalf of Man and Van Kilburn share responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others who may be affected by their actions. They are expected to follow all safety procedures, use equipment correctly, report hazards and incidents promptly, and cooperate with management in implementing this policy.

Risk Assessment and Safe Working Practices

Before starting any removal work, we will consider the potential risks associated with the property, access routes, parking, manual handling, equipment use, and transportation. Where appropriate, we carry out risk assessments and use the findings to plan work and reduce hazards.

Safe working practices may include adjusting the number of team members, selecting suitable lifting equipment, planning safe loading patterns in vehicles, and using appropriate protective measures in stairwells, corridors and tight access areas.

Manual Handling and Lifting

Manual handling is a key part of removal work, and we recognise the potential for injury if it is not carried out correctly. Man and Van Kilburn provides guidance and training to staff on safe lifting techniques, including team lifting for heavy or awkward items.

Where items are especially heavy, large, or fragile, we will assess whether additional equipment or extra personnel are required. Our teams are instructed not to exceed safe lifting limits and to refuse work that cannot be completed safely without additional measures.

Vehicles, Driving and Load Security

Our vehicles are selected and maintained to support safe transport of household and commercial goods. Drivers are required to comply with road safety laws, observe speed limits, and drive with consideration for changing weather, traffic and road conditions.

All loads must be secured appropriately before any journey begins. This may include the use of straps, blankets, padding, and careful positioning of items to avoid movement in transit. Drivers are responsible for checking that loads are stable and that doors and ramps are properly closed before moving off.

Equipment and Protective Measures

Man and Van Kilburn uses removal equipment suitable for the tasks undertaken, such as trolleys, dollies, straps, and protective covers. Equipment is inspected regularly and replaced or repaired when worn or damaged.

Where necessary, staff are provided with personal protective equipment such as gloves and safety footwear. Employees are expected to use such equipment correctly and report any defects immediately so that they can be rectified.

Working at Height and Use of Stairs

When work involves stairs, steps, or any activity that could be considered working at height, we pay particular attention to preventing falls and trips. Heavy items will be handled by sufficient team members, with clear communication and steady movement.

Where there is a need to use ladders or platforms, they will only be used by staff who understand the safe operating procedures. We do not undertake work at height that falls outside our competence or cannot be completed with appropriate safety controls.

Customer and Public Safety

We recognise our responsibility to protect customers, visitors and members of the public while removal work is taking place. We plan work to minimise obstruction to entrances, pavements and shared spaces.

Team members are instructed to maintain clear pathways where possible, control access to areas where lifting is underway, and communicate politely with customers and neighbours about any temporary restrictions or hazards created by our work.

Household Items, Hazardous Substances and Cleanliness

During removals, we take care when handling personal possessions and property. Fragile and high value items are given particular attention to minimise the risk of damage and the need for potentially hazardous rehandling.

Man and Van Kilburn does not transport certain hazardous substances or items that could present an unacceptable risk. Where such items are identified, we will explain the situation and discuss alternative arrangements. We maintain a tidy working environment and clear packaging materials and waste from the work area at the end of the job, as far as reasonably practicable.

Training, Information and Supervision

We provide our staff with information and guidance relevant to their roles, including safe manual handling, vehicle safety, handling of fragile items, and dealing with unexpected hazards on site.

New or less experienced team members are supervised by more experienced colleagues until they are considered competent to work independently. Refresher guidance is provided as needed to maintain safe standards.

Incident Reporting and Continuous Improvement

All accidents, near misses, property damage and safety concerns must be reported to management as soon as possible. We record such incidents, investigate where appropriate, and use the findings to improve our procedures and prevent recurrence.

We welcome feedback from customers and staff on any aspect of our health and safety performance. Suggestions for improvement will be considered and, where suitable, incorporated into future training and working practices.

Policy Review and Communication

This Health and Safety Policy is communicated to all employees and is available to customers on request. It will be reviewed regularly to ensure it remains suitable for the range of man and van and removal services we provide in our operating areas.

By working together and following this policy, Man and Van Kilburn aims to conduct all removal activities in a manner that protects people, property and the environment.



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Company name: Man and Van Kilburn Ltd.
Opening Hours:
Monday to Sunday, 07:00-00:00

Street address: 203 Kilburn High Rd
Postal code: NW6 7HY
City: London
Country: United Kingdom

Latitude: 51.5416920 Longitude: -0.1980530
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