1. Statement of Intent
SSGC Ltd is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its employees and for all other persons who may be affected by its operations. Health and safety is a fundamental responsibility of the Company and is integral to the way we plan, manage, and carry out our activities.
The Company recognises its duties under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and associated legislation, and is committed to the prevention of accidents, injuries, ill health, and damage to property. This duty of care extends to contractors, visitors, clients, and the wider supply chain.
SSGC will take all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that health and safety risks are identified, assessed, and controlled, and that this policy is implemented at all levels of the organisation.
2. Objectives
SSGC’s health and safety objectives are to ensure:
• Clear allocation of health and safety responsibilities
• Safe systems of work, equipment, and workplaces
• Compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation
• Adequate training, instruction, and supervision
• Effective monitoring, auditing, and continuous improvement
• Clear communication of health and safety requirements
Supporting procedures and local arrangements are developed, implemented, and reviewed regularly to support these objectives.
3. Responsibilities
3.1 The Board
The Board of Directors has overall responsibility for health and safety and for ensuring that this policy is implemented effectively across the Company. The Chief Executive has executive accountability for health and safety performance.
3.2 Senior Management
Senior Managers are responsible for implementing this policy within their areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate resources are provided, and monitoring compliance.
3.3 Managers
Managers are responsible for:
• Implementing health and safety procedures locally
• Ensuring risk assessments are carried out and reviewed
• Ensuring employees receive appropriate training
• Investigating accidents, incidents, and near misses
• Enforcing compliance with health and safety rules
3.4 Employees
All employees are responsible for:
• Taking reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others
• Complying with health and safety instructions, procedures, and training
• Reporting hazards, accidents, and near misses promptly
• Using equipment and personal protective equipment correctly
Failure to comply with health and safety requirements may result in disciplinary action.
3.5 Contractors and Agency Staff
Contractors, agency staff, and others working on behalf of SSGC are required to comply with this policy and relevant site procedures as if they were employees.
4. Health & Safety Support
SSGC maintains a Corporate Health & Safety function led by a competent Health & Safety Manager, supported by appropriately qualified staff. This function provides specialist advice, guidance, and support to managers and employees.
5. Arrangements and Procedures
Detailed health and safety procedures and site-specific arrangements are maintained separately and are available electronically via Company systems or from line management. These include, but are not limited to:
• Emergency procedures
• Fire safety arrangements
• First aid provision
• Risk assessment processes
• Safe systems of work
6. Emergency Procedures
Emergency procedures are established for all sites and communicated to employees, contractors, and visitors. These procedures are:
• Displayed on site
• Covered during induction and refresher training
• Practised through regular drills
A designated Site Responsible Manager is responsible for coordinating emergency responses and liaising with emergency services.
7. Accident and Incident Reporting
All accidents, incidents, and near misses must be reported promptly using the Company’s approved reporting system (including the SSGC Iris app, where applicable).
Statutory reporting under RIDDOR 2013 will be completed by authorised managers or competent persons. All incidents will be investigated to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
8. Risk Assessment and Safe Systems of Work
SSGC undertakes risk assessments for all work activities in accordance with legal requirements. Risk assessments will:
• Identify hazards
• Evaluate risks
• Implement appropriate control measures
• Be reviewed regularly or following significant change
Safe systems of work are developed from risk assessments and communicated to those affected.
9. Training and Competence
SSGC provides health and safety training appropriate to roles and responsibilities, including:
• Induction training
• Role-specific and refresher training
• Management training
Training needs are identified by managers in consultation with the Health & Safety function. Records of training are maintained electronically.
10. Contractors, Visitors, and Lone Working
Appropriate controls are in place to manage the health and safety of:
• Contractors and agency workers
• Visitors to Company premises
• Employees working alone or outside normal hours
Local arrangements define specific requirements for supervision, access, and communication.
11. Equipment, PPE, and Workplace Safety
SSGC ensures that:
• Work equipment is suitable, maintained, and used safely
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided where required
• Manual handling, COSHH, DSE, noise, and electrical risks are assessed and controlled
• Workplaces are kept safe, clean, and well maintained
12. Monitoring, Auditing, and Review
Health and safety performance is monitored through:
• Active monitoring (inspections, audits, compliance checks)
• Reactive monitoring (accident and incident analysis)
Formal audits are carried out at least annually. Findings are reviewed by senior management and used to drive continuous improvement.
13. Communication and Consultation
SSGC communicates health and safety information through:
• Management briefings
• Training
• Digital communications and notices
Employees are encouraged to raise health and safety concerns and to participate in improving safety standards.
14. Equality and Reasonable Adjustments
SSGC is committed to ensuring that health and safety arrangements take account of equality, diversity, and reasonable adjustments, in line with the Company’s Equality & Diversity Policy.
15. Status and Review
This policy does not form part of any contract of employment. SSGC reserves the right to amend or withdraw this policy at its discretion.
The policy will be reviewed regularly and updated as necessary.
16. Approval
Approved by the Board of Directors
Date: 29/01/2026
Name: Doug Edwards
Position: Managing Director
Signed
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