Health & Safety Policy

L Burridge Ltd / T/A ecosense Limited is committed to carrying out all activities to the highest standards of health and safety — whether on our premises or on client sites.
We want everyone to remain safe and healthy, whether they are employees, client staff, or visitors.
As stated in the Health & Safety Act 1974, everyone has a responsibility to protect their own health and safety, as well as that of others.
This handbook is a guide to our health & safety rules and emergency procedures. It is not exhaustive. For full details, please refer to the ecosense Health & Safety Manual or speak to your Line Manager or the Health & Safety Department.

Health & Safety Policy
As Director of ecosense, I accept ultimate responsibility for the health, safety, and welfare of all employees — whether on ecosense property or working on client sites.
We are committed to:

Providing safe workplaces and systems of work, as far as is reasonably practicable.
Ensuring visitors, contractors, and others are not put at risk by our activities.
Supplying clear information, training, and supervision to support safety.

Managers are responsible for implementing health & safety policies, monitoring hazards, and acting quickly to address risks. A full Health & Safety Manual is reviewed annually and issued to all Regional, Area, and Contract Managers.

All employees must take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their work.
Signed:
Matthew Burridge
Director

Your Responsibilities
Every employee has a legal duty to:

Follow all written and verbal health & safety instructions.
Report hazards, incidents, or unsafe practices immediately.
Wear protective clothing and PPE correctly, and request replacements if damaged.
Report all accidents and near misses, no matter how small.
Inform management of any medical condition that could affect safety.

Failure to comply with health & safety requirements may be treated as gross misconduct.

Behavioural Safety
Unsafe behaviour puts everyone at risk. Examples include:

Not displaying warning signs.
Taking shortcuts or ignoring procedures.
Misusing chemicals.
Horseplay or distractions.
Not wearing PPE.

Safe behaviour means:

Looking after yourself and others.
Reporting hazards immediately.
Reminding colleagues if they are working unsafely.
Encouraging others to do the same for you.

Personal Hygiene
Good hygiene is essential to protect yourself and others:

Wash hands regularly, especially after breaks, toilet visits, and between tasks.
Wash work clothes separately from home clothes.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke while working.
Always cover cuts and grazes with waterproof plasters.

Emergency Procedures

First Aid: Contact your site’s Appointed Person for minor injuries, or dial 999 in serious cases.
Fire: Raise the alarm, call 999, and evacuate by the nearest exit. Never put yourself at risk or re-enter a building until cleared.
Accidents: Record all incidents in the Accident Book and inform your Line Manager immediately.

Risk Assessments
All work activities are risk assessed. You are responsible for familiarising yourself with relevant assessments for your role. If you identify a risk not covered, report it immediately.

Risk assessments cover:

Identifying hazards.
Deciding who may be harmed.
Evaluating risks and controls.
Recording findings.
Reviewing regularly.

Safety Equipment

PPE is mandatory and must always be worn as instructed.
Do not use defective equipment — report it immediately.
Never tamper with or misuse safety devices or PPE.

Key Safety Topics

Lone Working: Must always be risk assessed.
Asbestos: Do not disturb materials marked with asbestos labels.
Electrical Safety: Never use damaged equipment; report faults immediately.
Manual Handling: Always lift safely — bend your knees, keep loads close, and avoid twisting.
Chemical Safety: Always follow COSHH guidelines. Never mix chemicals. Use ventilation where required.
Slips, Trips & Falls: Wear suitable footwear, use “Wet Floor” signs, and keep work areas clear.
Sharps: Handle needles and sharps with extreme caution. Always use designated sharps containers.

Environmental Commitment
ecosense is committed to minimising environmental impact:

Preventing pollution and complying with environmental legislation.
Reducing carbon emissions through fleet management and carbon offsetting.
Using eco-friendly cleaning products wherever possible.
Conserving energy and water by reducing unnecessary consumption.
Managing waste responsibly, with recycling as the preferred option.

We operate an environmental management system to ISO 14001 standards, with regular audits and continuous improvement targets.

Download full Health and Safety handbook here

Health & Safety Policy

Providing safe workplaces and systems of work, as far as is reasonably practicable.

Ensuring visitors, contractors, and others are not put at risk by our activities.

Supplying clear information, training, and supervision to support safety.

Follow all written and verbal health & safety instructions.

Report hazards, incidents, or unsafe practices immediately.

Wear protective clothing and PPE correctly, and request replacements if damaged.

Report all accidents and near misses, no matter how small.

Inform management of any medical condition that could affect safety.

Failure to comply with health & safety requirements may be treated as gross misconduct. Behavioural Safety Unsafe behaviour puts everyone at risk. Examples include:

Not displaying warning signs.

Taking shortcuts or ignoring procedures.

Misusing chemicals.

Horseplay or distractions.

Not wearing PPE.

Safe behaviour means:

Looking after yourself and others.

Reporting hazards immediately.

Reminding colleagues if they are working unsafely.

Encouraging others to do the same for you.

Personal Hygiene Good hygiene is essential to protect yourself and others:

Wash hands regularly, especially after breaks, toilet visits, and between tasks.

Wash work clothes separately from home clothes.

Do not eat, drink, or smoke while working.

Always cover cuts and grazes with waterproof plasters.

Emergency Procedures

First Aid: Contact your site’s Appointed Person for minor injuries, or dial 999 in serious cases.

Fire: Raise the alarm, call 999, and evacuate by the nearest exit. Never put yourself at risk or re-enter a building until cleared.

Accidents: Record all incidents in the Accident Book and inform your Line Manager immediately.

Risk Assessments All work activities are risk assessed. You are responsible for familiarising yourself with relevant assessments for your role. If you identify a risk not covered, report it immediately. Risk assessments cover:

Identifying hazards.

Deciding who may be harmed.

Evaluating risks and controls.

Recording findings.

Reviewing regularly.

Safety Equipment

PPE is mandatory and must always be worn as instructed.

Do not use defective equipment — report it immediately.

Never tamper with or misuse safety devices or PPE.

Key Safety Topics

Lone Working: Must always be risk assessed.

Asbestos: Do not disturb materials marked with asbestos labels.

Electrical Safety: Never use damaged equipment; report faults immediately.

Manual Handling: Always lift safely — bend your knees, keep loads close, and avoid twisting.

Chemical Safety: Always follow COSHH guidelines. Never mix chemicals. Use ventilation where required.

Slips, Trips & Falls: Wear suitable footwear, use “Wet Floor” signs, and keep work areas clear.

Sharps: Handle needles and sharps with extreme caution. Always use designated sharps containers.

Environmental Commitment ecosense is committed to minimising environmental impact:

Preventing pollution and complying with environmental legislation.

Reducing carbon emissions through fleet management and carbon offsetting.

Using eco-friendly cleaning products wherever possible.

Conserving energy and water by reducing unnecessary consumption.

Managing waste responsibly, with recycling as the preferred option.

We operate an environmental management system to ISO 14001 standards, with regular audits and continuous improvement targets. Download full Health and Safety handbook here

Failure to comply with health & safety requirements may be treated as gross misconduct.

Behavioural Safety
Unsafe behaviour puts everyone at risk. Examples include:

Personal Hygiene
Good hygiene is essential to protect yourself and others:

Risk Assessments
All work activities are risk assessed. You are responsible for familiarising yourself with relevant assessments for your role. If you identify a risk not covered, report it immediately.

Risk assessments cover:

Environmental Commitment
ecosense is committed to minimising environmental impact:

We operate an environmental management system to ISO 14001 standards, with regular audits and continuous improvement targets.

Download full Health and Safety handbook here