1. Introduction

 

Creative Heritage is dedicated to providing a safe and healthy environment for all individuals involved in our activities and projects, including staff, volunteers, and service users. We are committed to preventing accidents and minimising risks to ensure the well-being of everyone in our community. This policy outlines our commitment to health and safety and sets out our approach to achieving these goals.

 

2. Responsibilities

 

Leadership Commitment: Our leadership team is responsible for providing the necessary resources and support to maintain health and safety standards.

 

Staff and Volunteers: All staff and volunteers are responsible for following health and safety procedures, reporting hazards, and taking reasonable care to ensure their safety and the safety of others.

 

Service Users: We encourage service users to adhere to safety guidelines and report any safety concerns promptly.

 

3. Risk Assessment and Control

 

We will regularly conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards associated with our activities and events.

 

Measures will be implemented to control and mitigate identified risks, and these will be communicated to staff, volunteers, and service users.

 

4. Safe Facilities and Equipment

 

We will maintain our facilities and equipment in a safe and operational condition.

 

Regular inspections and maintenance checks will be conducted to ensure safety standards are met.

 

5. Emergency Procedures

 

Emergency procedures, including evacuation plans, will be in place and communicated to all staff, volunteers, and service users.

 

Fire drills and other emergency preparedness activities will be conducted regularly.

 

6. Reporting and Record Keeping

 

All accidents, incidents, and near misses will be reported and recorded.

 

Records will be maintained to track safety incidents and improvements.

 

7. Training and Awareness

 

Staff and volunteers will receive appropriate training in health and safety procedures.

 

Service users will receive information about safety measures and how to report concerns.

 

8. Health and Well-being

 

We will encourage a culture of well-being, providing support for physical and mental health.

 

First-aid facilities and trained personnel will be available at our events and activities.

 

9. Review and Monitoring

 

This policy will be reviewed annually to ensure its effectiveness and alignment with legal requirements and best practices.

 

10. Contact Information

 

Designated Health and Safety Officer:  Rositsa Georgieva

Contact Email: creativeheritageuk@gmail.com

 

Date of Last Review: 30 August 2023

Next Review Date: 30 August 2024