1. Statement of Intent
Coopers Fire Ltd is committed to ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of all employees,
contractors, visitors, and others who may be affected by our activities. The company operates
according to Zero Harm principles, recognising that all accidents and work-related
ill health are preventable and that no task is so important that the risk of injury to people
is justified.
Senior management recognises that effective health and safety management is essential to the
sustainable success of the business and is committed to maintaining a safe working environment
across all operations including manufacturing, installation, servicing, and office activities.
The company will:
- Comply with all relevant health and safety legislation including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and associated regulations.
- Maintain and continually improve a health and safety management system aligned with ISO 45001.
- Provide safe systems of work, safe equipment, and safe workplaces.
- Identify hazards, assess risks, and implement appropriate control measures.
- Provide information, instruction, training, and supervision necessary for employees to work safely.
- Encourage reporting of hazards, incidents, and near misses to prevent recurrence.
- Consult with employees on matters affecting their health and safety.
- Monitor and review health and safety performance to drive continual improvement.
The company aims to achieve:
- Zero Fatalities
- Zero RIDDOR-reportable incidents
- Zero major accidents
Adequate resources will be made available to implement this policy and ensure effective health
and safety management throughout the organisation.
This policy applies to all Coopers Fire premises and to all activities undertaken by employees
working at external locations.
The Managing Director accepts overall responsibility for health and safety within the
organisation and will review this policy annually to ensure it remains relevant and effective.
2. Organisation – Responsibilities for Health and Safety
Managing Director
- Health and safety is integrated into business planning and decision making.
- Adequate resources are provided to manage health and safety risks.
- Compliance with applicable legislation and standards is maintained.
- Health and safety performance is regularly reviewed.
Senior Management
- Implementing this policy within their areas of responsibility.
- Ensuring risk assessments and safe systems of work are developed and implemented.
- Ensuring employees receive appropriate training and supervision.
- Monitoring health and safety performance and taking corrective action when required.
HSE Leader
- Conduct risk assessments and communicate safe systems of work.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses.
Supervisors and Managers
- Ensure equipment and workplaces are safely maintained.
- Ensure safe working practices are followed.
- Encourage employee participation in safety initiatives.
Employees
All employees have a legal duty under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 to:
- Take reasonable care of their own health and safety.
- Take reasonable care of others who may be affected by their actions.
- Follow company safety procedures and instructions.
- Use equipment and PPE provided correctly.
- Report hazards, accidents, and near misses.
Employees are informed of these responsibilities through induction and training.
3. Arrangements – Health and Safety Management
Risk Management
Hazards arising from company activities are identified through risk assessments and appropriate
control measures are implemented to reduce risks to an acceptable level.
Training and Competence
- Health and safety induction
- Job-specific training
- Equipment training
- Refresher training where necessary
Safe Plant and Equipment
- Suitable for intended use
- Properly maintained and inspected
- Operated by competent personnel
Safe Handling of Substances
Substances hazardous to health will be controlled through appropriate risk assessments and
procedures to ensure safe handling, storage, and use.
Incident Reporting and Investigation
All accidents, incidents, and near misses must be reported. Investigations will identify root
causes and prevent recurrence.
Near Miss Reporting
The company actively promotes the reporting of near misses to help identify hazards.
Consultation and Communication
- Safety meetings
- Toolbox talks
- Safety briefings
- Employee feedback mechanisms
Monitoring and Continuous Improvement
- Workplace inspections
- Internal audits
- Incident investigations
- Management reviews
Findings will drive continual improvement in health and safety performance.
Policy Review
This policy will be reviewed annually or sooner if significant changes occur.
Approved by: David Cerquella
Managing Director
Date: March 2026
Next review: February 2027
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