Health and Safety Policy for Dollishill Storage

Dollishill Storage is committed to maintaining a safe, secure, and well-managed environment for all staff, customers, contractors, and visitors. This health and safety policy sets out the principles and responsibilities that support safe operations across the storage facility. It applies to every area of the premises and to all work activities carried out on site. Our aim is to prevent injury, reduce risk, and promote a culture where safety awareness is part of everyday practice.

The management of Dollishill Storage recognises that health and safety is a shared responsibility. Everyone who enters the site is expected to act responsibly, follow site rules, and remain alert to hazards. We will take reasonable steps to identify risks, maintain equipment, and ensure that working and storage areas are kept in a condition that supports safe access, movement, and use.

This policy covers all core storage operations, including handling goods, moving items through shared spaces, use of equipment, maintenance tasks, housekeeping, and emergency response. It also reflects the need for clear communication, safe behaviour, and regular review. By applying consistent standards, Dollishill Storage aims to reduce the likelihood of accidents and protect people from avoidable harm.

Responsibilities and Standards

Management is responsible for planning and implementing suitable arrangements for safety, including risk assessment, training, supervision, and monitoring. We will provide appropriate instruction where needed and ensure that workers understand the risks associated with their tasks. The site will be kept in a condition that supports safe operation, with well-maintained routes, clearly defined storage areas, and safe access to equipment and emergency features.

Employees and contractors must take reasonable care of their own safety and the safety of others. This includes using equipment correctly, reporting hazards promptly, and avoiding unsafe shortcuts. Personal responsibility is central to our storage safety policy, and everyone is expected to cooperate with procedures designed to reduce risk.

Visitors and customers must follow all posted instructions and remain within authorised areas. They should not obstruct entrances, fire exits, or access routes. If assistance is required, it should be requested through the appropriate site process. Maintaining an orderly environment is an important part of Dollishill safe storage practices, especially where goods are being moved or delivered.

Risk Control Measures

To support safer daily operations, Dollishill Storage will keep walkways clear, manage stacking heights carefully, and ensure that stored items are arranged to minimise the chance of falling, crushing, or obstruction. Heavy or awkward items must be moved using suitable equipment and by trained persons where required. Manual handling should be planned to avoid strain or sudden movement, and workers should only attempt tasks within their capability.

Where equipment is used, it must be suitable for the task, in good working order, and inspected in line with internal procedures. Faulty equipment must be removed from use immediately and reported. Electrical items, lighting, doors, and access systems should all be monitored so that the facility remains safe and functional. Regular checks help uphold the standards of a reliable health and safety storage policy.

Good housekeeping is essential. Spills, waste, damaged packaging, and other obstructions should be dealt with promptly. Floors, entrances, and loading areas must be kept tidy to reduce slips, trips, and falls. A clean and organised environment supports both efficiency and safety compliance, while also helping to protect stored goods from damage.

Emergency Arrangements and Reporting

Dollishill Storage will maintain clear emergency arrangements, including procedures for evacuation, fire response, and incident escalation. Exits and escape routes must remain accessible at all times. Emergency equipment should be located, checked, and used only by those authorised or trained to do so. In the event of an emergency, calm and prompt action is essential.

All accidents, near misses, dangerous occurrences, and hazards must be reported without delay. Reporting allows issues to be investigated and prevents repetition. Records will be reviewed to identify trends and improve controls. This commitment to learning is part of our wider storage facility safety policy and supports continuous improvement across the site.

Where necessary, work may be paused until a risk has been controlled. No task should continue if it presents an unacceptable danger. The priority at all times is the protection of people, followed by the safe safeguarding of property and stored goods.

Training, Review, and Continuous Improvement

Training will be provided where required so that staff understand their duties and can carry out work safely. This may include safe lifting, emergency procedures, site rules, and the correct use of equipment. Training should be refreshed as needed to reflect changes in operation, risk, or process. A strong storage health and safety policy depends on people having the knowledge and confidence to work safely.

The policy will be reviewed regularly to ensure that it remains suitable and effective. Reviews may be triggered by incidents, changes in layout, new equipment, or changes in operating methods. Updates will be communicated clearly so that all relevant persons remain informed. By maintaining active oversight and a practical approach, Dollishill Storage aims to provide a workplace where safety, responsibility, and operational care work together every day.

In summary, this policy reflects Dollishill Storage’s commitment to reducing risk, supporting safe conduct, and creating a dependable environment for everyone using the facility. Through clear responsibilities, effective controls, and ongoing review, the business will continue to strengthen its safe storage standards and promote good practice across all activities.