Occupational Health and Safety Management System
Whistl operates a Health and Safety Management system as required by the Health and Safety at work Act 1974
Whistl operates an external accredited Occupational Health and Safety Management system which complies with ISO 9001 the main elements are as follows:
The health and safety policy states the company’s intent to manage activities and adopt control measures to provide a safe working environment The health and safety manual includes details of the individuals responsibilities and company policies and procedures relating to our activities Risk assessments are completed for all activities, identifying hazards, risks and control measures required Safe operating procedures, showing hazards identified, have been developed to cover all activities where there is an element of risk Inspections and audits or completed on a regular basis Communication with other employees is addressed via the safety improvement groups also employee forum meetings We at Whistl want to prevent pollution rather than clean it up afterwards Pollution can be throwing litter on the floor, or spilling diesel or anti-freeze which then runs down drains, or playing a radio loudly in the depot that it becomes a nuisance to our neighbours. We obey all the various laws and regulations controlling the environment Make sure any vehicle defects are reported promptly. Following the company’s servicing and defect reporting procedure this will ensure all vehicles can meet the MOT standards every day. Drivers should not leave vehicle running unattended and adopt economic driving techniques where possible. Office staff should use recycling facilities where possible, and turn off lights when rooms are not in use We can all do our bit to improve our road network and the environment in which we live and work Take all rubbish back to your depot location and dispose of it responsibly Nearly a third of the population claim noise pollution is a nuisance and for 14% it impacts their quality of life Do not over rev engines unnecessarily Only use the vehicle horn to warn other motorists of you presence in an emergency and during your daily vehicle check We want continuous improvement in performance Environmental Ethos
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