MCCARTANS H&S POLICY 2017 | Page 16

MCCARTANS Senior Management Team Distribution Directors’/Partners’/ Proprietors’ Duties He is supported by Senior Management Team who take on the role and responsibility of Health and Safety officers at each venue. These managers are accountable to the MD for the implementation and monitoring of this policy within the area of their specified responsibility (see H&S Org Chart). Copies of this policy are to be available to al l Business employees and other interested parties. The Directors have at least basic knowledge and understanding of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the relevant Regulations that apply to the running of a Pub/Restaurant/B&B (Roebuck only). Staff Co-operation All staff will be required to co-operate with the management in all safety matters and to report any condition which may appear dangerous or unsatisfactory. Consultation In compliance with the Health and Safety (Consultation of Employees) Regulations 1996 and/or the Safety Representatives and Safety Committees Regulations 1977, the Management will, at all times, consult with their employees on matters that affect their health and safety. Resource The Senior Management will, so far as reasonably practicable, ensure that the Business provides adequate financial resources to meet these objectives. ∠ | ∠ Training All staff are given training to ensure the establishment delivers the highest possible standards of health and safety. The Management will ensure that all staff undergo regular training updates appropriate to their role to ensure that they are always using current best practice. It will be the responsibility of Dominic McCartan to keep all employees advised as to their responsibilities in respect of health and safety matters. Statutory Compliance In order to protect the safety and health of employees and others, the Directors will: The Management of the Business are also committed to complying with the requirements of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, the Workplace Regulations 1992, the Fire Safety Order 2005, Food Hygiene and Environmental Health Regulations, and all other Regulations that apply to the running of the Business. Hazardous Activities The Management will ensure that any activities that could be potentially hazardous to either staff or guests are assessed regularly and any controls needed are put in place to prevent any adverse occurrences Trip Hazards Through regular checks/continuous monitoring the Duty Managers will ensure that the all areas are kept free of any trip hazards, and that all fire escape routes are maintained at all times. • Take reasonable steps to familiarise themselves with the hazards and risks associated with working in the Business and with the precautions which need to be taken to eliminate or control those risks. • Establish procedures to deal with any emergencies • Appoint a suitably trained and competent person to assist them in carrying out their health and safety duties.