Q. Why do I need Health and Safety?

A. It is a legal requirement placed on all employers, of all sized organisations.

Q. Why should I spend my company’s profits on Health and Safety?

A. To help prevent accidents, reduce insurance premiums and protect the company together with its Safety Representatives from legal action or other penalties. Additionally, the true cost of accidents in the workplace (sick pay, hire of temporary staff or overtime, reduced productivity) is easily overlooked. In almost every case prevention is better than cure, and will cost you less!

Q. Why are risk assessments necessary?

A. They are a legal requirement and are necessary to reduce risk of injury to employees.

Q. Are COSHH Risk Assessments necessary?

A. Yes, in nearly every case an organisation will handle/store products (or use products within the workplace) that could be considered hazardous.

Q. How often should I review my risk Assessments?

A. Annually as a minimum, or when the circumstances change.

Q. Do I need manual handling training we only operate offices?

A. Yes, the majority of manual handling accidents occur in offices and similar workplaces, which would not normally be considered the most hazardous.

Q. Which inspections are legally required in the workplace?

A. Normally, those affecting plant and equipment (e.g. compressors, welding and lifting equipment) and those affecting work place safety (e.g. fire protection systems and electrical installations).

Q. Are other inspections necessary?

A. Yes, those to portable electrical appliances, guards for machinery and fitness for use checks on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) / Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE), Fork Lift Truck’s (FLT’s) etc… are strongly recommended.

Q. What happens if these inspections are not completed?

A. Accidents, HSE Sanctions, equipment failure, increased insurance premiums etc…

Q. How much does it cost for Prince’s to visit my premises and assess requirements?

A. Our initial consultation is free of charge. Once we have evaluated your organisations needs we will complete a full and detailed quote that will include corrective actions (if necessary). If you subsequently sign up for our services, ongoing assistance and, maintenance of systems this could cost you as little as £100 per month.

For help and answers to further questions why not contact us?