Health and Safety Policy

Our Health and Safety Policy sets out a clear commitment to protecting the wellbeing of employees, contractors, visitors, and anyone else who may be affected by our activities. We believe that a safe working environment is essential to responsible operations, consistent performance, and long-term success. This policy applies across all areas of work and is designed to support a proactive culture where hazards are identified early, risks are managed effectively, and everyone understands their role in maintaining safety.

The purpose of this health and safety policy is to establish practical standards that reduce the likelihood of harm and promote healthy working conditions. Safety is not treated as a one-time task; it is an ongoing responsibility that must be embedded into everyday decisions. We expect all people associated with our operations to act responsibly, follow established procedures, and contribute to a workplace where prevention is prioritised over reaction.

We are committed to meeting all relevant legal and regulatory requirements and, where possible, exceeding minimum expectations through good practice and continual improvement. Our approach recognises that effective health and safety management depends on planning, communication, training, supervision, and review. By maintaining clear standards and encouraging early reporting of concerns, we aim to reduce incidents and support a positive safety culture.

Our Commitment

We will take reasonable steps to safeguard health, safety, and welfare by assessing risks, introducing appropriate controls, and reviewing those controls regularly. This includes maintaining safe workplaces, safe systems of work, and suitable equipment. We will also ensure that hazards are not ignored simply because they are familiar. A strong safety policy depends on awareness, accountability, and consistent action.

Management has a duty to lead by example and to provide the resources needed to implement this policy effectively. That includes making sure workers receive suitable information, instruction, and supervision. In addition, we will encourage open communication so that risks can be reported without hesitation. When issues are raised, they will be considered promptly and addressed in a proportionate manner.

We recognise that wellbeing is closely connected to safety. A sound occupational health and safety approach should consider physical hazards, work-related stress, fatigue, ergonomics, and other factors that can affect performance and health. For this reason, our policy supports not only the prevention of accidents but also the creation of conditions in which people can work safely and sustainably.

Responsibilities

Everyone has a part to play in maintaining safe standards. Managers are responsible for implementing controls, monitoring compliance, and correcting unsafe conditions. Workers are expected to follow procedures, use equipment properly, and report hazards, incidents, near misses, and unsafe behaviour. Contractors and visitors must respect site rules and cooperate with safety instructions while on our premises or engaged in our activities.

To support these responsibilities, we will provide appropriate training and refreshers where needed. Training may cover safe working methods, emergency procedures, manual handling, equipment use, incident reporting, and personal protective equipment. Our aim is to make expectations clear and practical so that safety is understood as part of normal work rather than an added burden.

We also expect anyone involved in operations to stop work if they believe there is an immediate and serious risk. A workplace health and safety policy is only effective when people feel empowered to act on concerns. Preventing harm is always preferable to correcting it after an event has occurred.

Risk Management and Control

Risk assessment is central to this policy. We will identify hazards, evaluate the likelihood and severity of harm, and implement suitable control measures using a sensible hierarchy of control. Where elimination is not possible, we will reduce risk through substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and appropriate protective equipment. This process will be reviewed whenever circumstances change or new information becomes available.

Our safety management process will also consider routine and non-routine activities, maintenance, and emergency situations. Particular attention will be given to tasks involving lifting, moving equipment, working at height, electrical exposure, slips and trips, and the safe use of tools and machinery. These controls will be proportionate to the level of risk and supported by clear instructions and supervision.

Emergency preparedness is another important part of a robust health and safety framework. We will maintain suitable arrangements for fire safety, first aid, evacuation, and incident response. These arrangements will be reviewed periodically to ensure they remain effective and practical. By preparing in advance, we can reduce confusion and protect people if an urgent situation arises.

Monitoring, Reporting, and Improvement

We will monitor the effectiveness of this policy through inspections, reviews, reporting trends, and investigation of incidents and near misses. Reporting is encouraged because it helps us learn from events before they become serious. Investigations will focus on identifying root causes and implementing actions that prevent recurrence, rather than assigning blame.

Records will be kept where appropriate to support compliance, learning, and continuous improvement. We will periodically review our health and safety policy to ensure it remains suitable, sufficient, and aligned with operational needs. Updates may be made following changes in work practices, new hazards, feedback from monitoring, or lessons learned from incidents.

Ultimately, this policy reflects our commitment to a safe, healthy, and respectful working environment. Safety is a shared responsibility, and success depends on cooperation at every level. By maintaining clear standards, encouraging vigilance, and learning from experience, we aim to protect people and support reliable, responsible performance.