1.0 AIM
It is the aim of Hawk Training Group to safeguard the health and safety of all its employees, learners and visitors whilst at work and to pursue a policy which, as far as is reasonably practicable promotes the ‘Safe Learner’ and ensures learners ‘feel safe’ and that:
Our business is conducted in accordance with the best practices for the promotion of health and safety at work including the prevention of general and occupational risks;
Andy Tyrer is the Health and Safety Officer. However, every staff member employed by Hawk Training has a responsibility for maintaining a healthy and safe working environment, which is free from hazards and may compromise the health and safety of others. It is the responsibility of all management and staff to:
Staff must adhere to ‘Staff Health and Safety Practice’ appended to this policy.
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STAFF HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICE |
Health and Safety induction for staff |
Location of fire exits, evacuation procedure, assembly point, fire extinguishers, fire wardens and alarm; Appointed First Aider - Rachel Dutton, location of first aid kit / accident book and reporting of accidents procedure; · Use of Display Screen Equipment; · Manual Handling Procedures; · Kitchen area; · Reporting hazards; · Smoking policy; · Fire Drills; · Signing in / Signing out procedure; · All members of staff to complete a Health & Safety Induction Form to confirm understanding of responsibilities and understanding; · All new staff members to complete Cylix Health and Safety e-learning modules.
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Emergency first aid procedures |
Action to be taken in the event of an accident or injury at Hawk Training: Contact Alick Manchanayake, Isabelle Midgley, Melanie Guadagno or Rachael Dutton, the appointed first aiders immediately.
Call ambulance if advised by first aider.
If appointed first aider is not available, decide whether the casualty requires an ambulance and make 999 call if necessary. If he/she can be moved, but does not require ambulance, arrange transport to the nearest casualty department:
West Middlesex University Hospital Twickenham Road, Isleworth, TW7 6AF Tel: 020 - 8560 - 2121 Fax: 020 8321 5562
Notify Directors of Hawk Training (Crawford Knott, Joanna Hayes, Vanessa Jones) First Aider to record details in accident book immediately |
Emergency evacuation procedures |
ASSEMBLY POINTS
ASSEMBLY POINT A FRONT WING OCCUPANTS EXIT VIA THE REAR FIRE STAIRS & ASSEMBLE OUTSIDE OF CHELTENHAM AVENUE SCHOOL
FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT Regal House is provided with portable fire fighting equipment. Portable fire extinguishers are provided within all three stairways and to other areas where special risks are located i.e. kitchens, electrical equipment etc. Each extinguisher has a label on it, which describes its method of operation in words and pictures. It will also tell you the type of fire it is suitable to extinguish.
FIRE WARNING SYSTEM Regal House has a single-stage system. This means that when breaking the glass cover at one of the call points, bells will operate continuously throughout the premises. The call points are the small red boxes on the walls located within or adjacent to the main stairway and the two fire escape stairways. You should familiarise yourself with the call points in those parts of the premises that you may use.
The fire alarm is tested weekly on a Monday morning at 10am. The purpose of this test is to ensure that the fire alarm system is functioning correctly and that all of the sounders are working. If you cannot hear the alarm or notice some other defect inform your fire warden who will report the fact to the building manager to rectify.
A full fire evacuation exercise drill is completed every six months at Regal House and it is your duty under the Health and Safety At Work Act and under the terms of your lease to comply fully with the drill.
EVACUATION PROCEDURE The designated means of escape are the main stairway (for front wing, main entrance end tenants only), the rear fire escape stairway (for rear wing tenants only) and the station end fire escape stairway (for front wing, station end tenants only).
When evacuating is in progress, three Fire Marshalls should be present to help with the evacuation.
The Fire Marshalls are: · Andy Tyrer · Alick Manchanayake · Dominic Scorer · Jodee Deakin
One Fire Marshall should be present at the fire exit on the ground floor to direct visitors / learners / Staff to the assembly point.
One Fire Marshall should be at the fourth floor exit to direct visitors / learners / Staff to the safest evacuation route. One Fire Marshall should collect all registers / visitor book from the reception area. All rooms should be checked for visitors / learners / Staff and should be directed, if found to the nearest safe exit. If anyone is trapped within a given room, emergency services should be notified immediately. Upon carrying out a successful room check the last Fire Marshall should convene at the assembly point, where an attendance register is taken with the results passed on the senior Regal House Fire Marshall at the station end of the car park.
No person may re-enter the building until the Regal House senior Fire Marshall has notified the Hawk Training Health and Safety representative.
EVACUATION OF THE EXAM ROOM The invigilator should ensure that
DISABLED OR NON-AMBULANT PERSONS Special arrangements have been made for the evacuation of disabled and non-ambulant persons during any emergency. If you feel that you have any special needs that have not been addressed, you are asked to discuss them with your Fire marshal.
The following procedure is to be set in place pending consultation with, plus an assessment of, disabled persons to establish Personal emergency Evacuation Plans and Standard Emergency Evacuation Plans. When an evacuation takes place, either in an emergency or a drill, always remember the danger from vehicular traffic if crossing a roadway or public thoroughfare.
EMPLOYEES - WHAT TO DO IN THE EVENT OF FIRE If you discover a fire or one is reported to you, you must first raise the alarm by shouting ‘FIRE’ and then operate the nearest fire alarm call point. Evacuate the area by using the NEAREST AVAILABLE FIRE EXIT, closing doors and if possible windows behind you.
If you have been instructed in the use of fire extinguishers and you feel confident of your capabilities, use the nearest suitable fire extinguisher. If the fire cannot be immediately extinguished, or if conditions deteriorate, withdraw and leave the premises.
If you hear the fire alarm operating immediately leave the premises by using the nearest available exit closing doors, and if possible, windows behind you. Follow any instructions given by fire wardens. Calmly walk down the stairs and proceed to the assembly point where a roll call will be carried out. (The designated assembly point is listed on page 2)
Never stop to collect personal belongings en-route Do not use the lifts under any circumstances Always report for your roll call before leaving the area Do not re-enter the building until instructed to do so
FIRE WARDENS - IF YOU DISCOVER A FIRE OR ONE IS REPORTED TO YOU Raise the alarm by shouting ‘FIRE’ and then operate the nearest available fire alarm call point. The duty security guard at the ground floor reception will call the fire brigade via the 999 system. Evacuate the immediate area, directing employees and visitors to the nearest available fire exit. Ensure that disabled persons in the area are accompanied to the lift lobby for safe refuge and evacuation. You may designate one person to remain with them, but never stay yourself.
Put on the high-visibility waistcoat and collect your roll call paperwork. Check all occupied and unoccupied areas including toilets and storerooms to ensure that no one is left behind. If you have been instructed in the use of fire extinguishers and you feel confident of your capabilities, use the nearest suitable fire extinguisher. If the fire cannot be immediately extinguished, or if conditions deteriorate, withdraw and leave the premises. Proceed to the assembly point and carry out a roll call.
IF YOU HEAR THE FIRE ALARM OPERATING Evacuate the immediate area, directing employees and visitors to the nearest available fire exit. Ensure that disabled persons in the area are accompanied to the lift lobby for safe refuge and evacuation. You may designate one person to remain with them, but never stay yourself.
Put on the high-visibility waistcoat and collect your roll call paperwork. Check all occupied and unoccupied areas including toilets and storerooms to ensure that no one is left behind. Proceed to the assembly point and carry out a roll call.
CARRY OUT A ROLL CALL Report the result of the roll call immediately to the senior fire warden located at assembly point B at St Mary’s terrace at the rear of the car park. It is imperative that you make the senior fire warden aware of any disabled persons left in the building or anyone who is unaccounted for. Await his/her further instructions before re-entering the premises. |
First Aid /Defibrillator Trained |
The following members of staff are qualified first aiders:
The following members of staff have been trained to use a defibrillator:
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Manual Handling |
All staff should not manually handle anything that appears too heavy. For further information, please consult the Health and Safety Representative, Andy Tyrer. Contact Number: 020 8891 0992 Email Address: andy@hawktraining.com |
Opening Post |
All incoming items of post are to be checked for suspect packages Be particularly aware of jiffy bags and any parcels of unusual sizes. Check for unusual smells. Contact Twickenham Police Station immediately if unsure on 020 8607 9199. |
Use of Display Screen Equipment |
Ensure adequate lighting to prevent eye strain, also:
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Risk Assessments |
The following Risk Assessments are carried out and reviewed by the Health and Safety Officer.
Control measures
Finding are recorded along with appropriate control measures and actions. Outstanding actions are completed and updated prior to the target date. |
Accident Reporting and Investigation |
Accidents and incidents of work related ill-health must be recorded in the accident book. Accidents and incidents of ill health which result in an absence from work of more than three days must be reported on form F2508 or F2508A. Staff are made aware of the requirement to report all accidents at induction. The Health and Safety Officer should make this report on site. Procedure
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Testing and Maintenance |
The following testing and maintenance takes place to comply with statutory regulations:
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Bomb Threats
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See: Regal House Terror EP document |