Health and Safety Policy — Gardeners Seven Kings

Gardeners Seven Kings is committed to delivering safe, reliable gardening services while protecting the health and welfare of employees, contractors, clients and the public. This policy sets out the arrangements and standards the company uses to manage risk across routine maintenance, landscaping, hedge cutting, planting and related grounds care. The purpose of this document is to ensure that our team of Seven Kings gardeners and subcontract partners work to consistent, defensible safety practices and that hazards are systematically controlled.

All staff and crew are required to follow the procedures laid out here. Management will ensure that risk assessments, safe operating procedures and supervision are in place. Individual responsibilities are clear: managers must ensure controls are implemented and reviewed, employees must follow instructions and report unsafe conditions, and contractors must demonstrate equivalent standards before commencing work. Strong emphasis is placed on communication and continuous improvement.

The scope of this policy covers daily service work and one-off projects delivered by the gardening company operating in and around the service area. It applies to manual handling, operation of garden machinery, chainsaws, shredders, ride-on mowers, powered hedge trimmers, use of ladders and working at height, as well as safe pesticide use and chemical storage. The company will ensure equipment is maintained, inspected and only operated by trained personnel. Where necessary, written permits to work will be issued for higher risk tasks.

Risk Control, Training and Safe Systems

Risk assessment is the foundation of our approach. Before starting work, teams will complete a site-specific assessment to identify hazards such as underground services, uneven terrain, proximity to roads, and environmental sensitivities. The policy requires that assessments are recorded and retained. We provide regular, documented training for all staff, covering machinery operation, personal protective equipment (PPE), first aid, manual handling techniques and the safe handling of hazardous substances.

Emergency procedures and incident reporting are mandatory. Crews are briefed on emergency contacts, evacuation routes and assembly points at the start of each job. A designated first aider and first aid kit are available on-site for every assignment. Accidents, near misses and unsafe conditions must be reported promptly so corrective action is taken and trends can be analysed for prevention.

Key controls include a documented inspection regime for tools and vehicles, clear exclusion zones during mechanical operations, and the use of appropriate PPE such as gloves, eye protection, hearing protection and high-visibility clothing. The company expects all Seven Kings gardening teams to maintain tidy work areas and to use mechanical aids to reduce manual handling where possible.

Hazardous Substances, Environmental and Client Property Protection

Pesticides, fuels, oils and other chemicals will be stored, labelled and used in accordance with manufacturer instructions and accepted safe practice. The policy restricts the use of hazardous products to trained staff with the correct controls in place. We aim to reduce environmental impact through responsible waste management and by choosing less harmful alternatives where available. Protection of client property and wildlife is integral to our site planning and task execution.

Contractor management and subcontractor induction form a key part of control. Any external worker engaged to supplement the company workforce must supply evidence of competency, insurance and adherence to this health and safety policy. Inductions will cover site-specific hazards, emergency arrangements and expected behaviour. Contractors are supervised and reviewed regularly to ensure consistency with the standards set by Gardeners Seven Kings.

Monitoring, record keeping and review allow the business to demonstrate due diligence. Records include risk assessments, training logs, equipment maintenance, incident reports and audits. Senior management will review the policy at least annually and following any significant incident, change of legislation or operational change. Continuous improvement is supported by routine workplace inspections and feedback from crews in the field.

Responsibilities and Commitment: Management provides resources and leadership to implement this policy. Employees and subcontractors are expected to work safely and cooperate with safety measures. The company will not compromise safety for speed or cost. The approach taken by the team of gardening professionals in Seven Kings and surrounding areas is pragmatic, proportionate and driven by the objective of zero harm.

Key actions include maintaining safe plant and equipment, delivering appropriate training, enforcing PPE use, conducting pre-work risk assessments and investigating all incidents. The health and safety culture promoted by this gardening business emphasizes personal responsibility, teamwork and professional conduct at every job.

Review and enforcement: This policy is a living document and will be updated as work practices, technology and legislation evolve. Non-compliance with safety procedures may result in disciplinary action or termination of engagement. Gardeners Seven Kings remains committed to providing safe gardening services across its service area and to protecting the wellbeing of everyone affected by our work.

Implementation: Practical arrangements, training schedules and method statements are maintained separately and are available to staff during inductions and toolbox talks. Supervisors will ensure that the standards described are applied consistently.

Conclusion: The health and safety policy described here forms the backbone of professional, trustworthy gardening services delivered by our teams and partners. It is designed to be clear, proportionate and effective for routine maintenance and specialised landscaping operations.

Commitment to safety: Gardeners Seven Kings is committed to continual improvement and expects every member of staff to share this commitment so that safe, high-quality gardening services are delivered every day.