The following is a statement of HK Timbers Limited’s health and safety policy in accordance with Section 2 of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, and in line with SO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
It is the policy of HK Timbers Limited and under the guidance of the Managing Director, is to ensure so far as reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare of all employees working for the company and other persons who may be affected by our activities and undertakings.
HK Timbers Limited acknowledges that the key to successful health and safety management requires an effective policy, adherence, organisation and arrangements, which reflect the commitment of senior management. To maintain that commitment, we will continually measure, monitor and revise where necessary, an annual plan to ensure that health and safety standards are adequately updated and maintained.
HK Timbers Limited’s dedicated Works Manager will implement the company’s health and safety policy and recommend any changes to meet new circumstances. HK Timbers Limited recognises that successful health and safety management contributes to successful business performance and will allocate adequate finances and resources to meet these business requirements.
The management of HK Timbers Limited looks upon the promotion of health and safety measures as a mutual objective for all. It is therefore, the policy of management to do all that is reasonably practicable to prevent personal injury and damage to property. Also, the organisation aims to protect everyone, including employees, suppliers, visitors and members of the public, should they come into contact with our activities, from any foreseeable hazard or danger.
All employees have duties under the health and safety at work act. Act 1974 and are informed of their personal responsibilities to take due care of their personal health and safety requirements and expectations and to ensure that they do not endanger any other persons by their acts or omissions. Employees are also informed that they must cooperate with the organisation in order that it can comply with the legal requirements placed upon it and in the implementation of this policy. HK Timbers Limited will ensure working collaboratively, continued consultation with the workforce to enable all viewpoints and recommendations to be discussed at regular intervals.
The organisation will ensure a systematic approach to identifying hazards, assessing the risks, determining suitable and sufficient control measures and informing employees of the correct procedures needed to maintain a safe working environment. We will provide, so far as reasonably practicable, safe places and systems of work, safe plant and machinery, safe handling of materials and substances, the provision of adequate safety equipment and ensure that appropriate information, instruction, training and supervision and competent persons are employed.
This policy to be reviewed annually.
Date: December 2021