This Health and Safety policy sets out the commitment of our removal company operating in and around Pimlico to safeguard the wellbeing of employees, customers, the public, contractors, and visitors. Our aim is to conduct all removal, packing, loading, transport, and delivery activities in a way that prevents injury, ill health, and damage to property.
We recognise our legal and moral responsibility to provide safe working conditions and to integrate health and safety into every aspect of our removal services within residential and commercial environments.
The company is committed to maintaining high standards of health and safety. We will identify, assess, and control risks associated with furniture removals, heavy lifting, use of vehicles, access to premises, and the handling of customer belongings.
Our objectives are to prevent accidents and work-related ill health, to continuously improve our health and safety performance, and to ensure our staff are competent to carry out their tasks safely throughout our Pimlico service area and beyond.
Management is responsible for implementing this policy, providing adequate resources, and ensuring that health and safety considerations are given equal priority with other business objectives. This includes ensuring that appropriate risk assessments are completed and reviewed, and that suitable control measures are in place.
Supervisors and team leaders must monitor work practices on site, enforce safe systems of work, and ensure that removal operatives follow established procedures. They are responsible for reporting hazards, incidents, and near misses and for supporting any investigation processes.
All employees have a duty to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions or omissions. They must use equipment correctly, cooperate with training and instruction, report hazards and incidents promptly, and refrain from any unsafe act or omission that could compromise safety.
Before each removal job, a risk assessment will be carried out to identify potential hazards such as restricted access, stairs, uneven surfaces, traffic, manual handling issues, and weather conditions. Where necessary, a site visit or detailed pre-move assessment will be completed to understand any specific challenges.
Risk control measures may include using additional staff, mechanical aids, appropriate personal protective equipment, revised access routes, or changes to the sequence of work. Plans will be adapted for properties such as flats, offices, and multi-storey buildings where access and egress present additional risks.
Manual handling is a core element of removal work, and improper lifting can cause serious injury. All staff will receive training in safe lifting techniques, team lifting, use of trolleys and dollies, and the proper handling of bulky or fragile items.
Where practicable, mechanical aids will be used to reduce the need for manual handling. Equipment such as sack trucks, moving straps, ramps, and lifting devices will be inspected regularly and maintained in safe condition. Staff are required to check equipment before use and report any defects immediately.
Removal vehicles are essential to our operations and must be operated safely at all times. Drivers are expected to hold the appropriate licences, follow road traffic laws, and adhere to company procedures for safe loading, securing of loads, and route planning.
Vehicles will be maintained and inspected on a regular basis. Drivers must carry out pre-use checks and report any defects. Loads must be evenly distributed and securely fastened to prevent movement during transit, minimising the risk of accidents and damage to property.
Where work at height is unavoidable, such as carrying items on stairs or using access equipment, suitable control measures will be implemented. This may include use of handrails, avoidance of overloading, supervision when handling large items on staircases, and selection of safe routes through the property.
Ladders or other access equipment will only be used by competent staff and in accordance with training. Work at height will be minimised wherever possible through planning and alternative methods.
Personal protective equipment such as safety footwear, gloves, and high-visibility clothing will be provided where identified by risk assessment. Employees must wear and use this equipment correctly and take care of it. Any defects or losses must be reported so that replacements can be provided without delay.
All new employees will receive an induction that includes health and safety information relevant to removal work. Ongoing training will be provided covering manual handling, safe use of equipment, vehicle safety, emergency procedures, and customer site rules.
Supervisors will provide day-to-day guidance and monitoring to ensure that safe working practices are followed. Refresher training will be arranged as needed, particularly following incidents, changes in procedure, or introduction of new equipment.
All accidents, injuries, near misses, and unsafe conditions must be reported as soon as practicable. The company will record and investigate incidents to identify root causes and implement corrective measures to prevent recurrence.
Emergency procedures will be communicated to staff, including what to do in the event of fire, injury, road traffic incidents, or property damage at client premises. Staff must familiarise themselves with emergency exits, assembly points, and any specific arrangements at each site.
The company recognises the importance of welfare and occupational health in maintaining a safe workforce. Reasonable facilities for breaks, hydration, and hygiene will be provided or arranged, taking into account the mobile nature of removal operations.
We will seek to identify early signs of work-related ill health, especially musculoskeletal issues linked to manual handling, and take appropriate steps to reduce or remove the causes.
Employees will be consulted on matters affecting their health and safety and encouraged to contribute suggestions for improving safety in removal work. Feedback from staff, customers, and incident investigations will be used to review and enhance procedures.
This policy will be reviewed regularly and updated when there are significant changes in legislation, company operations, or identified risks. The latest version will be communicated to all staff and made available to customers on request, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to safe, professional removal services in the Pimlico area.
We are one of the largest removal companies Pimlico which offer high quality services at prices without putting you out pocket.
| Transit Van | 1 Man | 2 Men |
| Per hour /Min 2 hrs/ | from £60 | from £84 |
| Per half day /Up to 4 hrs/ | from £240 | from £336 |
| Per day /Up to 8 hrs/ | from £480 | from £672 |
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