CIS5 TAX CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that Harley Curtain Wall Limited is the holder of a CIS5 Tax Certificate, details of which are as follows:

1. Company Name
Harley Curtain Wall Ltd

2. Registered Office
Harley House, Farningham Road, Crowborough,
East Sussex, TN6 2JD

3. Company Number
03244209

4. Certificate Number
5307103608401

5. Issued By
Tunbridge Wells District
Longford House, 19 Mount Ephraim Road
Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 1ES

6. Commencement Date
03/2006

7. Expiry Date
End 02/2009

8. Nominated Bank
Lloyds TSB, 82 Mount Pleasant, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Account Number: 1777885
Sort Code: 30 98 77

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QUALITY POLICY

The Directors of Harley Curtain Wall Ltd appreciate the importance of being customer focused and fully understanding customer requirements. Our company history testifies that such an approach leads to a successful project and satisfied customers.

However, no business can stand still and it is vital that improvements are made if the company is to continue meeting the requirements of the customer in a competitive environment. To enable the company to do this, a quality management system is being developed that meets the requirements of ISO 9001:2000 and all staff are actively encouraged to work and develop within the framework that it provides, resulting in benefits to the individual, the company and the customer.

To ensure that the quality processes within the management system continue to improve and provide a framework for delivering consistent quality standards, the following actions will be taken to ensure a high level of customer service and satisfaction:

1. the effectiveness of the management system will be monitored, reviewed and continually improved.

2. quality objectives will be established, communicated and periodically reviewed.

3. the requirements of every project, including statutory and regulatory requirements will be completely understood, from the tender stage through to final inspection and handover to the customer.

4. the development of staff and operatives will be monitored and training given so that responsibilities are properly discharged.

5. the performance of suppliers and partners will be monitored and reviewed.

This commitment to quality throughout the company will lead to continual improvement. All staff members and operatives are encouraged to have an active part in developing and improving the quality management system and by so doing will result in benefits to the individual, the company and the customer.

Ray Bailey
Managing Director

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INSURANCE DETAILS

Insurance Broker

HLI (UK) Ltd
Wessex House
4 Greystoke Business Centre
Portishead
Bristol
BS20 6PY

Tel: 01275 843000
Fax: 01275 843505

Employers Liability

INSURERS:
Zurich Insurance Company Ltd

RENEWAL DATE:
28th February 2009

POLICY NUMBER:
EY421183

Limit of Indemnity:
£10,000,000

Public & Products Liability

Insurers:
Zurich Insurance Company Ltd

RENEWAL DATE:
28th February 2009

POLICY NUMBER:
EU434134

Limit of Indemnity:
£5,000,000 any one claim and in the aggregate in respect of Products Liability.

EXCESS:
£500 Third Party Property Damage

SUBJECT TO:
Heat work is excluded

Contractors All Risks

Insurers:
Zurich Insurance Company Ltd

RENEWAL DATE:
28th February 2009

POLICY NUMBER:
GN434466

Limit of Indemnity:
£3,500,000 any one contract

EXCESS:
£500 increasing to £1,000 in respect of Fire, Theft and Malicious Damage

We confirm that the policy extends to include Contractual Liability and Indemnity to Principals required by contract.


Professional Indemnity

INSURED:
Harley Curtain Wall Ltd

PERIOD:
From 16th March 2008 to 15th March 2009

POLICY OR CERTIFICATE NUMBER
200610183/DC048679/177765

LIMIT OF INDEMNITY:
£5,000,000 in the annual aggregate, but £5,000,000 any one claim in respect of the Chalcot Estate, Camden contract only

EXCESS:
£15,000 each and every claim

INSURERS:
CNA Insurance Co Ltd

Health, Safety and Welfare Policy and Arrangements
for Harley Curtain Wall Ltd. Aug 2002

Rev 01 - Jan 03
Rev 02 – May 03

CONTENTS

1. Safety Policy Statement

2. Health, Safety and Welfare and Arrangements
2.1 Authority
2.2 Consultation and Reporting
2.3 Communications
2.4 Training

3. Responsibilities
3.1 Director Responsible for Safety
3.2 Senior Managers
3.3 Project/Construction Manager
3.4 Site Operatives & Sub-Contractors
3.5 Operators of Mobile Work Equipment
3.6 Office Staff
3.7 Company Safety Officer

4. The Main Hazards

5. Site and Office Health and Safety
5.1 Prior to Start Procedure
5.2 Work in Progress Procedure
5.3 Safety Check – A Guidance List
5.4 Site Safety Rules for You

6. Specific Safety Regulations

7. Health and Safety Construction and Management
Legislation and Regulations

8. Health and Safety Organisation Chart

Notes

Acknowledgement of Receipt

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SAFETY POLICY STATEMENT

The SAFETY POLICY STATEMENT is to be displayed on all Harley Curtain Wall Ltd office and site notice boards

The contents of this safety book are to be covered during induction for all Harley Curtain Wall staff, operatives, sub contractors and others, as deemed appropriate.

SAFETY POLICY STATEMENT

The Directors of Harley Curtain Wall Limited recognise the importance of health and safety, welfare and the environment in the successful operation of its activities and recognise the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations. It requires the active participation of every member of the company in order to achieve and maintain the highest practicable standard of the elimination of risk and accident prevention.

Our activities will be conducted with due regard to statutory requirements, with appropriate safeguards and controls against exposing employees, other trade contractors and the public to risk to their health and safety from our work activities. We will provide and maintain plant, equipment and safe systems of work: ensure safe handling, storage and transport of articles and substances: provide sufficient information, instruction and supervision: ensure employees are competent to do their tasks and provide adequate training. We intend to eliminate hazards and risk, and if not fully possible, introduce preventive and protective measures to reduce accidents and work related ill health to the minimum. We shall maintain safe and healthy working conditions.

We will ensure that all employees, sub contractors and their employees are made aware of and conform to their statutory duties for their own health and safety and of those who may be affected by their actions and also ensure they are aware of the requirement to co-operate with legal duties and not to interfere with anything provided in the interests of health, safety and welfare.

These aims will be achieved within the framework of the Company’s organisation and arrangements for the promotion of health, safety, welfare and the environment, which are designed to satisfy its particular needs. As with other operational functions the board carries out its responsibilities for safety through its Construction Managers with day to day operations delegated to Site Managers and supervisors for whom safety is a vital part of their responsibilities.

R. Bailey
Managing Director
August 2002

2. Health, Safety and Welfare and Arrangements

2.1 Authority
i) The Executive Director with responsibility for health and safety is the Managing Director.
ii) The Managing Director is responsible for ensuring that managers and staff directly responsible to him, maintain statutory requirements and Company policy in respect of health, safety and welfare of employees and that they are aware of the Company’s legal responsibilities for the health and safety of all employees.
iii) The Directors are responsible for ensuring that their managers, supervisors and staff maintain statutory requirements and Company policy in respect of health, safety and welfare of employees. And that consideration is given to the implications of statutory regulations and Company policy when tendering and planning for contracts. The Directors or designees are also responsible for ensuring that sites will be inspected by competent persons before commencement of work to ensure that working conditions are in accordance with statutory and Company requirements. Designees are required to keep the Managing Director informed regarding health and safety matters arising.
iv) Managers, supervisors and sub contractors are responsible for the safe operation of sites under their control, reporting to the Managing Director or his designee.

2.2 Consultation and Reporting
i) Consultation will be undertaken at Company health and safety meetings between management, staff and employee representatives’ to achieve maximum cooperation in the promotion of health and safety. The minutes of these meetings will be distributed as necessary. At other times concerns regarding health and safety can be discussed with your supervisor for attention or for referral to regular health and safety meetings.
ii) Reports of all injuries and dangerous occurrences will be registered, recorded and investigated by managers and supervisors and submitted to management. Every such occurrence to be reported to the company safety officer, and a further investigation carried out as necessary.
iii) Statistics will be prepared periodically by the company safety representative and an analysis identifying hazards circulated to all appropriate management for action.

2.3 Communications
Health and safety will be communicated to all employees via:

i. Induction training
ii. In-service training
iii. Booklets issued to all employees
iv. Health and safety information sheets
v. Personal contact by managers
vi. Personal contact by supervisors
vii. Personal contact by safety officers
viii. Memos/letters from managers, supervisors and safety advisers

2.4 Training
Induction and in service training are important methods of communication with the special objective of improving safety behaviour patterns and reducing accidents and dangerous occurrences.

i. Induction training will be given to all new starter employees, whether starting on site or in the office. This will be carried out by a Director or his designee prior to the employee taking up their duties. If job, tasks, duties or environment changes then further training or re-induction will be required. Site induction is required for all attending site. Main contractor induction is a general requirement. Harley site manager or supervisor will carry out Harley Curtain Wall Ltd inductions.

ii. In-service training is required to aid competency, provide and update training skills and certification for certain tasks. Courses and training for all levels of management, staff and site personnel will be given using outside agencies and in-Company facilities. Health and safety information, instruction and training is central to health and safety regulation.

It will be monitored, reviewed and training introduced and upgraded as required.

Records to be kept at head office with copies on site.

3. Responsibilities

3.1 Director responsible for safety
i. To initiate, maintain and periodically review the Company’s health and safety system, arrangements and policy.
ii. Appoint senior members of staff to administer the objectives, system and policy. Ensure sufficient funds are available to allow objectives to be fulfilled.
iii. Be aware of current legislation such as Health and Safety at Work Act, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, Construction (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations, Construction (Design and Management) Regulations and all other regulations relevant to the Company’s activities, including awareness of the environment.
iv. Ensure that Company health and safety meetings are held as stated.
v. Ensure that all levels of employee receive adequate and appropriate health and safety training.
vi. Ensure that sub contractors have adequate and appropriate health and safety training.
vii. Check that suppliers are in compliance with Regulations.
viii. Take disciplinary action as necessary against any employee or sub contractor failing in their responsibilities for health and safety.
ix) The delegation to managers of health and safety matters relevant to their area of operation. Be satisfied as to their competency.

3.2 Senior Manager
i. Implement Company safety policy and ensure that the responsibility allocated to each employee and sub contractor is discharged. Ensure that the Safety Director is kept informed regarding health and safety matters.
ii. Be aware of current legislation such as the Health and Safety at Work Act, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, Construction (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations, Construction (Design and Management) Regulations and all other Regulations relevant to the Company’s activities, including awareness of environment.
iii. Statutory Notices, including insurance certificate and Company safety policy statement to be displayed.
iv. Undertake and implement the findings of fire and office risk assessment.
v. Ensure that best health and safety working practices are observed (Including health surveillance, and COSHH assessments).
vi. Take disciplinary action as necessary against any employee or sub contractor failing in their responsibilities for health and safety.
vii. Ensure when tendering that provision has been made for appropriate and adequate health, safety and welfare facilities and due regard given to environmental impact.
viii. Comply with accident and dangerous occurrence procedures. Take action to prevent the continuance or repeating accidents and dangerous occurrences.
ix. Ensure all new employees receive the Company safety induction. Update and up rate regularly.
x. Ensure adequate and appropriate health and safety training is given to all managers, supervisors and others as required. Be satisfied as to their competency.

xi. Persons under 18 cannot be employed on site without the specific permission of a Director. Any such agreement will still require parental consent, risk assessment and training prior to employment being started. (applies equally to sub contractors)
xii. Liase with the Health and Safety Executive, Environmental Health Officers, Emergency services and other relevant authorities.
xiii. Ensure an adequately trained first aider is available at sites, workshops, stores and offices, together with a suitably sized first aid kit.
xiv. The designated manager will interpret the Company’s responsibilities under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations and current Codes of Practice with regard to each contract. Particular attention when we undertake “contractor design”. If the Company undertakes principal contractor or planning supervisor roles particular attention to be given to requirements of CDM.

3.3 Project/Construction Manager
i. Implement Company safety policy and comply with construction and health and safety legislation requirements within area of operation as designated by the Manager.
ii. Carry out comprehensive risk assessments and COSHH risk assessments using the Company record of risk assessment format. Consider the health risk also.
iii. Prepare and submit method statements and risk assessments. (Include COSHH, manual handling, permits, health, etc.)
iv. Comply with duties under Construction (Design and Management) Regulations – contractor designer, cooperation with the principal contractor and requirements of the safety plan.
v. Ensure that working methods, conditions, emergency procedures and first aid are in accordance with Company policy and statutory requirements. Ensure that you have checked operational conditions prior to start – safe workplace and environment – safe plant and systems of work – safe handling, storage and transport of articles and equipment – the provision of information, instruction and supervision. You are responsible for site planning, organisation, control, monitoring and review of the works. Health and safety defects to be rectified without delay. Complete supervisor site inspection form.
vi. If required liase with HSE, Environmental Health and emergency services.
vii. Ensure all new employees have received the Company induction course.
viii. Provide site induction, instruction, information, supervision and ensure adequate training of operatives and sub contractors. Issue and explain the method statement, risk assessment and safe system of work. Issue safety and fire safety books. Encourage suggestions for improvement of health and safety. Conduct toolbox talks weekly. (Record issue of all information)
ix. Ensure statutory and other notices displayed. Company safety policy statement to be displayed.
x. Plant, equipment and tools – Ensure all pre-use checks, testing and maintenance requirements carried out, in place and recorded.
xi. Equipment, plant and tools – Ensure fit for purpose and all maintenance is carried out. Statutory and Company inspections are undertaken and recorded. Take action to remedy any defects or problems.
xii. Ensure operatives, including sub contractors have or receive suitable adequate and appropriate health and safety training and certification prior to undertaking tasks or site operations. C.S.C.S certification minimum standard. Copies of training and certification to be recorded. Be satisfied as to their competency.
xiii. If the risk has been eliminated or reduced to the minimum and personal protective equipment or service is required it is to be issued (or erected), be fit for purpose, suit the user and be signed for. If, for example it is a harness, lanyard and anchorage or safety nets etc the system is to be risk assessed, be suitably work or erected and used. Supervised, inspected, recorded and maintained.
xiv. Comply with RIDDOR and Company accident/incident/damage/loss procedures. Investigate all accident/incidents/losses. Manager to complete Accident Report (form No. HCW/S06)

3.4 Site Operatives (all grades) and Sub Contractors
i. Comply with instructions given by managers, supervisors, safety officers and as stated in Company safety policy, rules, the Health and Safety at Work Act and current construction regulations.
ii. Sub contractors must have produced suitable insurances.
iii. Before commencing work ensure that you have a safe place of work and those precautions as given by the induction, method statement, risk assessments, and management instruction are in place. If not you must inform your supervisor or manager before starting.
iv. Training – C.S.C.S. card is the minimum requirement. Training and certification is required for use of most plant and equipment on site, and tasks such as slinger/banksman and trades such as welding. Your supervisor or manager will confirm requirement prior to start.
v. Ensure that plant, equipment, environment and safe system and place of work are maintained. If in doubt inform your supervisor or manager.
vi. Use any transport, plant, equipment, substances and tools correctly. Check daily before use and report any defects likely to cause injury or problems immediately. Stop work is hazard is serious.
vii. Wear and or use/operate personal protective equipment provided. Ensure it is fit for purpose and is suitable for you. You must sign for receipt of personal protective equipment.
viii. Ensure plant, equipment, tools and personal protective equipment are maintained in good working order.
ix. Report any hazardous unsafe conditions or shortcomings in system or place of work to your employer.
x. Discourage irresponsible behaviour on site.
xi. Discourage operatives and others from taking risks.
xii. You are not allowed to work on site under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
xiii. Housekeeping – Maintain a safe and tidy working area. Ensure that you have no loose, untied stacks of materials. Clear waste to skips.
xiv. Ensure suitable first aid and an approved first aid kit is available. Check emergency procedures are in place.
xv. Act as a competent person in case of emergency.
xvi. Follow any advice or instruction given by the Health and Safety Executive. If required stop work immediately. Either way inform supervisor, manager or office immediately.
xvii. If an accident or dangerous occurrence takes place deal with the incident then inform your supervisor or manager, investigate and complete the Company Accident Report and return it to Harley Curtain Wall Ltd manager.
xviii. Employees have duties under the Health and Safety at Work Act, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations not to interfere with or misuse things provided for health and safety. And to take care of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. And to cooperate with the employer.
xix. Comply with other regulations and codes of practice which may be in force and advised to you.

3.5 Operators of Mobile Work Equipment (MEWPs, FLTs & hoists etc)
i. As stated in 3.4
ii. Only trained certificated and authorised persons to operate mobile work equipment.
iii. Ensure that all workplace, traffic, construction regulations and site rules relating to work operation, safe loading, unloading and storage are strictly observed.
iv. Ensure roadways, access ways, ground and height conditions are suitable and satisfactory for use and work task, in conjunction with Principal Contractor
v. Guard against spillages, e.g. oils/diesel
vi. Do not take unnecessary risks.
vii. Ensure all equipment is checked daily and before use (checklist as issued), is in good order and maintained.
vii. If you are not the authorised servicer of the equipment do not tinker.
ix. Report any defects , hazardous or unsafe conditions or shortcomings to your manager, supervisor or employer.
x. Ensure all precautions are maintained when using, lifting, handling, storing and transporting materials, articles and hazardous substances.
xi. Wear, use (and or operate) personal protective equipment when required to do so.
xii. Be concerned for your own safety and that of others who may be affected by what you do.
xiii. Regulations such as Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations and Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations apply – Your training will have related to these and other regulations.

3.6 Office Staff
i. Understand and comply with Company safety policy. This requires you to be inducted and undertake various health and safety training.
ii. Be aware of the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, Constructions (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations, Workplace Regulations and others which may be relevant to the Company’s activities.
iii. Have a concern for your health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your acts or omissions.
iv. Check any equipment before use. Do not take unnecessary risks and avoid unsafe practices. Make correct use of such equipment
v. Refrain from irresponsible behaviour.
vi. Do not misuse anything provided for health, safety and welfare.
vii. Ensure necessary precautions are used and maintained when lifting, storing and transporting hazardous materials, article and substances.
viii. Understand the fire and emergency procedures.
ix. Understand first aid requirements and whereabouts of the first aid kit.
x. Use PPE as necessary.
xi. Report any hazardous conditions or shortcomings.
xii. You have a legal duty to cooperate with your employer on matters of health and safety.

3.7 Company Safety Adviser
i. To provide guidance and support on health and safety matters and Construction (Design and Management) Regulations where appropriate.
ii. Submit a quarterly safety report to the Managing Director.
iii. Coordinate, interpret and present Company health and safety statistics
iv. Advise and recommend on all matters relating to statutory requirements, maintain records and statistics relating to injuries, accidents and dangerous occurrences both for employers liability and public liability.
v. Understand the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act, Construction Regulations, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, Construction (Design and Management) Regulations and other regulations relevant to the Company’s activities.
vi. Advise and assist management, supervisors, staff, operatives and sub contractors on statutory regulations, and Company safety policy and arrangements.
vii. Keep under review developments in safety legislation, Health and Safety Executive guidance, Approved Codes of Practice, codes of practice and British Standards. Submit comment, guidance and recommendations to the Company health and safety committee.
viii. Maintain contact with the Health and Safety Executive, safety associations and committees within the industry; Keep up to date with health and safety publications.
ix. Advise upon suitable training courses and carry out awareness courses in health and safety and related subjects.
x. Investigate and report as necessary all serious accidents and dangerous occurrences with a view to preventing repetition, and providing information for management review and action. (Ensure RIDDOR compliance).
xi. Advise on the safe use of plant and equipment to ensure health and safety requirements are met.
xii. Inspect and report on documentation of inspections of scaffolds (including guardrails, working platforms, hoist towers, scaffold towers, mobile work equipment, plant and work equipment).
xiii. Make requested and random sites visits with a report to each manager to action as requested related to failures in health and safety legislation or Company policy.
xiv. Keep Directors informed on all essential health and safety, welfare and environmental matters, make recommendations regarding changes to health and safety policy subsequent to new legislations and guidance.
xv. Maintain records and submit to Director for inclusion in the statistics of the Company.

4. The Main Hazards

The principal hazards related to our work are working at height and site operations.

We must always consider at least the following:
i. Falls from height – Always provide suitable preventive and protective measures and access.
ii. Falls of materials – Always ensure materials are safely stacked and secured. Edges of work areas and openings protected.
iii. Falls through fragile materials – Check out the materials; provide adequate protection, signs and safety measures.
iv. Falls through openings and unprotected edges – Always securely guard and provide suitable protection and signage.
v. Slips, trips and falls – Check out the workplace; ensure good housekeeping; keep work access and work area clear.
vi. Cuts from sharp material and metals or the like – ensure competent persons carrying our the work; suitable work equipment provided. Provide suitable PPE.
vii. Other injuries from surroundings or work materials – Check out the work area, work method and workplace for hazards – eliminate or reduce to minimum.
viii. Electricity – Ensure use of battery powered or 110V equipment. Consider your surroundings underground, on the ground and in the air.
ix. Manual handling – Assess the task, environment, load and the individuals’ capacity to undertake the task.
x. Other hazards include: Use of plant and equipment, control of hazardous substances and articles, noise and fire/emergency risk – Proper training and awareness of surroundings, COSHH, noise assessment and fire/emergency procedures.
xi. Public and other trades – Always consider the effect we will have on others particularly falls of materials and the use of plant and equipment
xii. Consideration to measures required when working on or near water.
xiii. Hazards such as lead, asbestos, Weils and Legionnaires disease amongst many others should be considered under risk assessment.

5. Site and Office Health and Safety

Health and safety on sites and in offices will be achieved by Harley Curtain Wall
Ltd, all employees and sub contractors paying strict attention to the Company’s
health and safety policy and arrangements, The Health and Safety at Work Act,
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, Construction Regulations,
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations, Workplace Regulations and
others as may be appropriate. By this policy, regulation and risk assessment the
Company is to provide safe systems and a safe place of work. And provide
information, instruction, training and supervision as required.

5.1 Prior to Start Procedure (contracts)
i. The Senior Manager or designee shall complete the schedule of requirements, risk assessment, method statement and other as required.
ii. Be satisfied as to competence and training of managers, supervisors, staff, operatives and sub contractors.
iii. Check out the Company safety information system for guidance as to safety procedures, inspections and forms.
iv. Ensure all receive Company and site induction. And an explanation, discussion and issue of items in 1 above (signature required).

5.2 Work in progress procedure
i. Safety arrangements will be checked to ensure compliance with written procedures, safety legislation, Company policy and principal contractor direction.
ii. Health and safety non compliances. Site Managers/Supervisor Site report form will note, and action any health and safety non compliances. Review of non compliances to be undertaken by the Director.
iii. Provide information, instruction, training and supervision.
iv. Conduct “toolbox” talks weekly and as directed to all operatives and sub contractors, to provide update as site work proceeds and to deal with current safety issues.
v. Statutory inspections, Company inspections and records to be undertaken and maintained.
vi. Safety officer will carry out requested and random site visits.
vii. All operatives and sub contractors have a duty to carry out their work safely and with due regard to the safety of others who may be affected, and to advise the management of any shortcomings in health and safety.

5.3 Safety Check – (A guidance list – not exhaustive)
Situations and items to be checked before starting and during the work. Any
defects/queries/omissions to be dealt with.

i. Check safe access and egress to the workplace.
ii. Check safe workplace, system and method of work.
iii. Check for overhead/underground power and utility services and that other items such as access and standing ground are suitable. Also that others work and excavation will not impede Harley Curtain Wall Ltd works.
iv. All equipment, plant and machinery to be checked daily prior to use, inspected and recorded weekly unless noted otherwise.
v. Check prior to use, inspect and record weekly – edge protection, safety nets, scaffolds, towers scaffolds, working platforms, MEWPs and ladders (step ladders not be used for outside work. And inside only after risk assessment). Check site for actual inspection requirement.
vi. Particularly check safety nets, other forms of fall arrest, fall restraint and anchorage prior to use and monitor throughout the shift.
vii. Holes and openings in roofs to be securely covered and signed.
viii. Fragile roofs/materials to have a “safe system of work” in place, and be suitably barriered and have suitable signage. System to be adequately monitored.
ix. Check for unfixed materials (no go area barriered and signed until fully fixed).
x. Check controls and monitoring (and review) for substances, articles and gases hazardous to health.
xi. Assess manual handling, noise and vibration of equipment.
xii. “Housekeeping” – checks that all areas are clean and free of non required materials and equipment, debris, waste, off-cuts etc. All in use materials suitably safe, stacked, protected and tied.
xiii. Only tools and equipment fit for purpose and approved by the Company to be in use. All electrical equipment to be PAT tested. All should be CE marked or suitably tagged with appropriate paperwork.
xiv. Guards and protection for equipment and machinery to be checked as being in place, operable and fit for purpose.
xv. Plant and machinery to be immobilised or secured when left unattended.
xvi. Personal protective equipment – ensure it is issued, is fit for purpose and suits the wearer or user and is used as required.
xvii. Check the welfare and first aid facilities and emergency procedures are suitable and operating.
xviii. Ensure all who need to be aware of site procedures are inducted (company system) understand what is required and are carrying out their work safely.
xix. Consider environmental impact on site and surroundings. Ensure waste is managed, put in appropriate containers, disposed of correctly and in accordance with regulations.

5.4 Site Safety Rules for You: (not an exhaustive list)
i. Take note of site rules, health and safety measures and restrictions.
ii. If you cannot carry out the given method of work or you find it is unsafe – stop – report immediately to your supervisor or manager.
iii. Wear PPE as directed.
iv. Use correct equipment and manual handling techniques.
v. Keep work area tidy.
vi. Ensure materials are kept securely stored, stacked and tied down.
vii. Be aware of any hazardous substances or articles. Only use as directed.
viii. Toilet and welfare facilities are provided – look after your personal hygiene.
ix. Be aware of emergency and fire procedures.
x. Alcohol and drugs* are not allowed on site. If you are under the influence do not report for work.
xi. Be aware of site traffic, particularly reversing vehicles.
xii. Be aware of site dangers such as excavations, overhead and other obstructions and electrical systems.
xiii. If you have a medical condition which may affect your work or affect others i.e. epilepsy, angina, diabetes etc. you must contact your manager before starting work.

*(other than medically prescribed drugs which have no adverse effect)

6. Specific Safety Regulations
Particular health and safety situations have required individual regulation. The main instruments related to our work are : (any reference to Legislation or Regulation infers the current document, guidance or Code of Practice)
i. Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations – The Company will comply with the requirements of PPE regulation. Including the Construction (Head Protection) Regulations. If the hazard and risk cannot be eliminated then PPE will be issued, signed for and used/worn. (Sub contractor/employers are to be appropriately and suitably equipped). After risk assessment particularly to eyes, head, hands, ears and feet the appropriate PPE will be issued. It is to be suitable for the wearer or user and is to be looked after by the user. If storage is required it will be provided. Information, instruction, training and supervision will be provided.
Any defects are to be notified and dealt with.
Standard PPE:- Safety boots – Safety helmet – Hi-Vis vests - Eye protection – Face masks – Gloves – Ear protection, and other such as overalls etc, as required.
ii. Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations – The regulation applies when the Company provides or allows anyone in their employ to use work equipment. Equipment is to be of suitable strength and stability for the work and conditions it is provided for. Equipment should be checked before being put into use and checked daily, inspected weekly and that inspection recorded. Any defects to be reported and dealt with. Information, instruction, training and supervision are to be provided. Equipment to be CE marked in compliance with the European directive. Note: No one is to adapt, alter, maintain or repair any item, tool or equipment unless it is their trade; they are adequately trained or competent to carry out such remedial work as required and have the Company’s permission.
iii. Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations – Lifting equipment is any item of work equipment used for lifting or lowering of loads. Accessories for lifting include chains, ropes, slings and attachment (hooks, eyebolts, beams, frames, etc.) All lifting operations are to be planned, organised, carried out in a safe manner and competently supervised and monitored (includes risk assessment and method statement) as per these regulations. Equipment and accessories must be of suitable strength and stability for the operation, and reduce the risk to as
low as is practicable when positioning and installing the equipment.
Ensure documentation is in place and checked prior to operation and examination and inspections are current. Visual checks prior to and during use together with statutory inspections and record are required.
iv. BS 7121 Safe use of cranes part 1 gives recommendations for the safe use of cranes. It notes that the competent person in charge of the lifting operation should have adequate training (theoretical knowledge), practical and site experience of planning, managing and controlling the lifting operations.
v. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health – No substance or article is to be used without assessing the risk to health and safety. The suppliers’ safety data sheets are to be obtained and an assessment made as to precautions, procedures and controls required. The assessment is to be included within the method statement and risk assessment issue system. Information, instruction and training are then to be given to all concerned with the issue, use and control of any article, material or substance. Monitoring and health surveillance may be required.
vi. Other hazards to health – include asbestos and lead.

Asbestos – if asbestos is found or considered to be within the construction strict procedures, planning, organisation, controls and monitoring are to be followed.

Strict management enforcement is required. If a principal contractor is in
charge of the site strict adherence to risk and method statements is required.

Lead – Regulation applies to exposure to lead or its compounds by skin
contact, ingestion or airborne particles. Use of Code of Practice, risk
assessments and work procedures is to be in place, actioned, controlled and
monitored.

Other hazards identified by risk assessment will be subject to compliance with
the appropriate regulation or code of practice.

vii. Electricity at Work – Guidance is taken from the Electricity at Work Regulations and HSGs 141 and 107, other HSE notes and those relating to electrical equipment in offices.
Site operation is to be based on 110V power (or battery operated if possible) unless otherwise agreed – risk assessed and strictly controlled. Information and advice from installers or suppliers will be considered in addition.
HSG 141 – Electrical safety on construction sites.
HSG 107 – Maintaining portable and transportable electrical equipment.
INDG 231 – Electrical safety and you.
Maintaining portable electrical equipment in offices.
All electrical equipment and systems will be maintained in good order. Guidance on maintenance of equipment, leads, plugs and sockets is available. 110V equipment should be checked before use, weekly and PAT tested as required. Higher voltage equipment tested daily, weekly and monthly PAT test. Office equipment should be visually inspected monthly, with formal visual inspection 6 monthly and tested yearly.
viii. Manual Handling Regulation – As necessary we will assess the risk and avoid manual handling if possible. Factors to be considered for the risk assessment will be to look at the task, the load, the working environment, and individual capability. Advice on good practice will be given.
ix. Noise at Work Regulation – Risk assessment of noise levels and those who may be harmed is required. Eliminate or reduce the noise. Or control the exposure. Provide protection zones and safe systems of work. Provide information, instruction and supervision. If action level is still reached then suitable PPE is required.
x. Vibration – It may be considered that most equipment we use is at the low end of risk. However risk assessment is required to assess the effect of long term use of items such as hammer drills, portable grinders , circular and jig-saws.
xi. First Aid Regulation and Welfare – Adequate first aid facility is to be provided by assessing the risk i.e. the number of employees, the nature of the undertaking and access to emergency services. HSE approved first aid kits to be provided related to numbers and risk. Welfare facilities should be to the requirements of the Construction (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations.
xii. RIDDOR – Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations – The Company complies with the requirements of RIDDOR and its reporting procedures together with internal procedures for the reporting and investigation of accidents and incidents.
Accidents/incidents to be recorded.

1. Completion by site manager/supervisor of Accident Report, submit to
Company Safety Officer and distribute as required.
2. Completion by charge hand or sub contractor of Accident
Report for serious injury or reportable incident or if injured party
is off work for more than three days.
3. For damage/loss of property/serious incident/near miss or
RIDDOR dangerous occurrence site manager or supervisor to
complete incident/damage report.

Investigation by supervisor and manager and further investigation by Director and safety officer as necessary.
Certain accidents (over three days and specified major injuries) and dangerous occurrences to be reported to the HSE by phone and on form F2508.

xiv. Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations – and associated regulation, Codes of Practice and guidance cover offices. And together with the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations provide the basic tools for risk assessment of work practices within the office.

7. Health and Safety Construction and Management Legislation and Regulations

i. The Health and Safety at Work Act is the main Act whose provisions are the cornerstone of all health and safety at work and from which other regulation and guidance follow. The purpose of the Act is:
a. To secure the health and safety and welfare of all at work.
b. To provide and maintain plant and safety systems of work.
c. Safe use, handling, storage and transport of machinery,
equipment, substances and articles.
d. Provide information, instruction, training and supervision.
e. Maintain the workplace, providing safe access and egress.
f. Maintain the working environment and provide adequate
welfare facilities and arrangements.
g. Employees and sub contractors have a duty to take care of
themselves and others who may be affected by their actions.
They are to cooperate with the employer to enable compliance
with statutory duties.
h. A duty not to interfere with health and safety measures.
i. PPE will be supplied as required.
ii. The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations
The absolute provision of which is the requirement to carry out and apply task specific risk assessment and its findings. Introduce preventive and protective measures. Plan, organise, control, monitor and review those measures. Establish emergency procedures. Provide employees with information regarding risks to health and safety. Take into account the capabilities and training of employees and provide adequate health and safety training. Employee duty is to cooperate with employer to enable compliance with health and safety.

iii. The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations
Place duties of Clients, Planning supervisors, designers, principal contractors and contractors with regard to health and safety to design, construct, coordinate and manage construction work. A health and safety plan and file is part of CDM requirements.

iv. The Construction (Health, Safety & Welfare) Regulations – To protect the health, safety and welfare of everyone at work – substantially:

a. Ensure a safe place of work
b. Prevent falls from height
c. Prevent falls of objects and materials
d. Ensure safe pedestrian and traffic routes
e. Prevent risk from fire, explosion etc. Provide emergency procedures, routes and exits
f. Welfare facilities
g. Regulatory inspections of the workplace and specified equipment

v. Other regulatory situations – Subsequent to the risk assessment any health and safety arrangements and procedures in compliance with statutory duties and responsibilities will be introduced and a safe method of work provided.