FAQ’s
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How often should I take health and safety training?
The law does not provide a definitive frequency at which health and safety training should be undertaken, however, the Approved Code of Practice is that annual health and safety update training is highly recommended to keep you and your team knowledgeable to the very latest regulations.
Do I have to sign up to your services for 2-3 years+ like other companies?
No. We offer our customers either a one-off service or a continuing renewal basis for as long as you need us.
Why do we need a policy installation?
Following our audit with you, your health and safety policy will be bespoke to your activities, the layout and information may be unfamiliar to you. For this reason your TAG Safety consultant will meet with you to explain the contents and where the relevant information can be found and implemented.
Do we have to have a Fire Risk Assessment?
The Regulatory Reform Order requires that the responsible person for any non-domestic premises or business must carry out a fire risk assessment and review it on a regular basis. Our Fire Risk Assessments are compliant with the latest legislations and enables you to manage your fire risk safety to the latest regulations.
What is a site inspection?
Within a site inspection by TAG, our consultant will complete an indepth tour of the workplace to identify unsafe acts or conditions and areas for improvement. A report will then be produced highlighting the significant findings for your team to process and put into action.
Do I have to have a health and safety policy?
All businesses with more than five employees, MUST have a health and safety policy, and must be written down for others to view.
The policy should include a general statement outlining your commitment to managing health and safety effectively and what you wish to achieve, including your responsibilities and specific arrangements in place.
What’s the penalty if I don’t have a health and safety policy?
Failure to have a health and safety policy can have serious consequences for your business. Sanctions include fines, imprisonment, and disqualification. If you have any concerns, please contact our team for advise.
What is a competent person?
The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 state that: ‘Every employer shall appoint one or more competent persons to assist him in undertaking the measures he needs to comply with the requirements and prohibitions imposed upon him by or under the relevant statutory provisions’
