Following on from Safety and Health at Work awareness day, HR and H&S specialists Law at Work (LaW) are highlighting the importance of having secure H&S procedures in place.
They are calling all employers and businesses to check their H&S policies are current and ensure they protection the health and safety of their employees and the public.
LaW Health and Safety Business Manager, Matt Bougourd (pictured) said: “As an employer, you may be asking yourself, ‘Do I really need a H&S policy?’ and the answer is, if you employ five persons or more, yes.
“It is an employer’s responsibility to create a safe working environment. As well as adhering to legal obligations and preventing avoidable injuries or illness, H&S policies promote a successful working environment. For example, employers who set clear guidelines and enforce these instil confidence in their employees, improve efficiency and maintain a good reputation within their industry.”
LaW offers guidance about H&S legislative requirements, but also develops H&S policies and provides risk assessments for a broad range of companies, projects and investigations.