This Health and Safety Policy sets out the principles and procedures followed by our removals team operating in Crystal Palace and nearby locations. Our aim is to protect the health, safety and welfare of employees, contractors, customers, members of the public and anyone affected by our moving and relocation activities.
We are committed to providing a safe working environment, safe systems of work and appropriate training for all staff involved in domestic and commercial removals, packing, loading, transportation and unloading of goods.
Overall responsibility for health and safety rests with the company management, who ensure that suitable policies, procedures and resources are in place. Supervisors and team leaders are responsible for day-to-day implementation on each job, including pre-job checks, briefings and monitoring of work practices.
Every member of staff has a duty to take reasonable care of their own health and safety, and that of colleagues, customers and the public. Employees must co-operate with all safety instructions, attend training sessions, report hazards or incidents and use equipment correctly at all times.
Before any removal work begins, we carry out appropriate risk assessments to identify potential hazards. This includes consideration of access routes, parking and loading areas, staircases and lifts, manual handling requirements, weather conditions, and the presence of vulnerable persons or pets.
Where specific risks are identified, suitable control measures are put in place. These may include additional staff, specialist moving equipment, protective coverings, segregation of work areas, or adjusted timing to reduce congestion and public exposure. High-risk activities, such as moving heavy or awkward items, are planned in detail to avoid injury or property damage.
We take all reasonable steps to ensure that the working environment at properties and in vehicles remains safe. Floors and walkways are kept as clear as possible, and tripping hazards such as loose packaging materials are removed promptly. Where necessary, staff will request that customers keep children and pets away from active loading and lifting areas.
Lighting, ventilation and access routes are checked at the start of each job. If conditions are considered unsafe, work will be paused until the issue is resolved or a safer method of working is agreed. Staff are empowered to refuse to carry out any task that they believe presents a serious and imminent risk.
Manual handling is a core part of removal work and is managed carefully to reduce the risk of injury. All staff receive instruction in safe lifting techniques, including team lifting, use of mechanical aids and recognition of personal limits.
Where possible, handling is reduced by using trolleys, dollies, sliders, lifting straps and other specialist moving equipment. Heavy or bulky items are assessed individually, and staff will not lift items that exceed safe weight or size limits. Staff are instructed never to rush lifts, twist while carrying loads or work beyond their capability.
All vehicles, lifting equipment and tools used in our removal services are maintained in safe working condition and inspected regularly. Only trained personnel are permitted to operate vehicles or specialist equipment such as tail lifts.
Vehicles are loaded to ensure that weight is evenly distributed and that items are secured against movement during transit. Staff must not exceed the safe working load of vehicles or equipment. Steps, ramps and tail lifts are used according to manufacturer instructions to prevent falls, slips and crushing injuries.
Where the nature of the work requires it, staff are provided with suitable personal protective equipment. This may include safety footwear, protective gloves, high-visibility clothing or other items appropriate to the task and environment.
Employees are required to wear and use personal protective equipment correctly whenever specified, and to report any defects so that replacements can be provided promptly.
We take care to minimise risks to customers, neighbours and members of the public during removal activities in residential streets, commercial premises and shared access areas. Wherever feasible, we establish clear access routes, use warning cones or signage, and request that people avoid active loading and unloading zones.
Doors, gates and lifts are managed safely to prevent trapping or collision. Items are never left unattended in positions that could obstruct emergency exits, stairwells or public pathways. Parking and unloading are planned to avoid unnecessary obstruction of roads and pavements.
All staff are given appropriate induction and ongoing training in health and safety. This includes manual handling, safe driving and parking practices, correct use of equipment, incident reporting and emergency procedures.
Supervisors ensure that new or less experienced team members are adequately supervised, particularly on complex moves or jobs involving challenging access or heavy items. Instructions and safety information are communicated clearly before and during each job.
All accidents, injuries, near misses and property damage incidents must be reported promptly to management and recorded. We investigate incidents to identify root causes and take corrective action to prevent recurrence.
Appropriate first aid provisions are maintained in vehicles and at our premises. Staff are informed of the arrangements for first aid and emergency assistance. In the event of a serious incident, the priority is always the safety and welfare of people involved.
We recognise the physical nature of removal work and take steps to manage fatigue and overexertion. Workloads are scheduled sensibly, rest breaks are encouraged, and staff are expected to report any health issues that may affect their ability to work safely.
We do not tolerate the use of alcohol or illegal drugs at work or in a manner that could affect safety. Prescription or over-the-counter medication that may impair judgment or physical capability must be disclosed so that appropriate adjustments can be considered.
This Health and Safety Policy is reviewed regularly and whenever there are significant changes in legislation, operations or identified risks. We seek feedback from staff and customers and use this to improve our procedures.
By following this policy, we aim to deliver safe, professional and reliable removal services in Crystal Palace and the wider service area, protecting everyone involved in the moving process.
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| Transit Van | 1 Man | 2 Men |
| Per hour /Min 2 hrs/ | from £60 | from £84 |
| Per half day /Up to 4 hrs/ | from £240 | from £336 |
| Per day /Up to 8 hrs/ | from £480 | from £672 |
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