Man and Van Brompton Health and Safety Policy

Man and Van Brompton is committed to maintaining the highest practicable standards of health and safety for our employees, customers, visitors and members of the public who may be affected by our removal and transportation activities. This policy sets out our approach to managing health and safety risks associated with moving, loading, transporting and unloading goods in homes, offices and other premises.

Our Health and Safety Commitments

We aim to conduct all removal work in a way that prevents injury, ill health and damage to property. To achieve this, we will identify, assess and control risks arising from our operations, provide suitable training and equipment, and continually improve our health and safety performance. All staff are required to follow this policy and any associated procedures.

Legal Responsibilities

Man and Van Brompton will comply with all relevant health and safety legislation and guidance applicable to our work. We will ensure that our practices reflect recognised industry standards for manual handling, safe driving, lifting operations and use of work equipment within the removal sector. Management is responsible for keeping up to date with legal requirements and ensuring our procedures are reviewed and updated when necessary.

Roles and Responsibilities

Overall responsibility for health and safety lies with the company management, who will provide the resources and support needed to implement this policy. Supervisors and team leaders are responsible for ensuring that staff follow safe systems of work on every job, that vehicles and equipment are used correctly, and that any concerns are reported promptly. Every member of staff has a duty to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions.

Risk Assessment and Safe Working Practices

Before carrying out removal work, we will assess the risks associated with the property, access routes, items to be moved and any specific customer requirements. This may include considering staircases, narrow corridors, heavy or fragile items, parking arrangements and shared access areas. Our teams will follow agreed safe systems of work, adapting them as needed on site while always prioritising health and safety.

Where significant risks are identified, such as unusually heavy objects, limited access, or potential hazards within a property, we will put in place appropriate controls. These may include allocating extra staff, using additional equipment, adjusting the method of lifting and carrying, or discussing alternative arrangements with the customer.

Manual Handling and Lifting

Manual handling is a central part of our removal service, and we recognise the risk of injury if it is not managed correctly. All staff receive training in safe lifting techniques and correct posture, as well as guidance on when mechanical assistance or team lifts are required. Employees must not attempt to lift or carry loads that exceed safe limits or that they feel are beyond their capability.

We encourage our staff to speak up if an item is too heavy, awkward or unstable to move safely. Where necessary we will use trolleys, dollies, lifting straps and other aids to reduce strain and minimise the risk of injury and damage to property.

Vehicles, Driving and Transport Safety

Our vehicles are maintained in a roadworthy condition and inspected regularly. Drivers are responsible for performing basic pre-use checks and reporting any defects or concerns immediately. Loads must be properly distributed and secured before departure to prevent movement during transit.

Drivers will plan routes with safety in mind, allowing sufficient time for loading, travel and unloading. They must obey speed limits, drive with consideration for road conditions and other road users, and avoid distractions while driving. Fatigue management is taken seriously, and no one is expected to work excessive hours that could compromise safety.

Equipment and Personal Protective Equipment

We will provide suitable tools and equipment to support safe working, including moving equipment designed for handling furniture and boxes. All equipment will be maintained and inspected in line with manufacturer instructions and legal requirements. Staff must use equipment only for its intended purpose and report any faults immediately.

Where appropriate, personal protective equipment such as gloves, safety footwear and high visibility clothing will be provided. Employees are responsible for wearing this equipment when required and for taking reasonable care of it.

Customer and Public Safety

Our teams will take practical steps to protect customers, neighbours and members of the public from foreseeable risks during removal work. This includes keeping access routes as clear as possible, controlling vehicle movement in busy areas, and communicating where short-term restrictions or temporary hazards exist, such as open vehicle doors, ramps or stacked items waiting to be moved.

We will treat customer premises and possessions with care and will strive to prevent accidents, spills or damage. Where work is carried out in shared buildings or on public roads, our staff will show consideration for others who need to pass through the area.

Training, Information and Supervision

All employees receive induction training covering our health and safety policy, safe lifting, vehicle and equipment use, emergency arrangements and incident reporting. Ongoing training will be provided where needed, especially when new equipment, vehicles or methods of work are introduced.

Supervision levels will be appropriate to the experience of staff and the complexity of the job. Less experienced team members will work under closer guidance until they demonstrate they can work safely and competently.

Accidents, Incidents and Near Misses

All accidents, injuries, incidents and near misses connected with our activities must be reported to management as soon as possible. We will investigate these events to understand what happened, identify underlying causes and implement measures to prevent recurrence. Records of accidents and corrective actions will be maintained and reviewed regularly.

Health, Welfare and Fitness for Work

We recognise the physical nature of removal work and the importance of staff health and fitness. Employees are encouraged to inform management of any health issues that could be affected by manual handling or driving duties so that reasonable adjustments and safe working practices can be considered.

We do not tolerate the use of alcohol or illegal drugs during working time or in a way that could affect fitness for work. Any employee who is unfit to work safely must not take part in removal activities or drive company vehicles.

Continuous Improvement and Policy Review

Man and Van Brompton is committed to continuous improvement in health and safety performance. We will review this policy regularly, and also following any significant change in our operations or relevant legislation. Feedback from staff and customers is welcomed and will be considered as part of this review process.

This Health and Safety Policy is communicated to all employees and is available to customers on request. By following this policy, we aim to provide a safe, professional and reliable removal service for everyone involved.



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

Street address: 64 Elm Park Rd
Postal code: SW3 6AU
City: London
Country: United Kingdom

Latitude: 51.4867940 Longitude: -0.1757400
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