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Health and
Safety Policy
The policy
of London Ambassador College is to
provide and maintain a working
environment that is safe and without
risk to health. Safety is a key aspect
of College life. I regard health and
safety issues as being of equal
importance to our broad educational and
business objectives.
In order to
achieve this policy, London Ambassador
College will ensure that:
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we
provide and maintain plant and
systems of work that are, so far as
is reasonably practicable, safe and
without risk to health;
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arrangements are made to ensure, so
far as is reasonably practicable,
the safety and absence of health
risks in the use, handling,
storage and transport of articles
and substances;
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we
provide sufficient information,
instruction, training and
supervision to ensure, so far as is
reasonably practicable, the health
and safety at work of College
members, employees and others, such
as contractors and visitors, who may
be affected by our undertaking;
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we
maintain, so far as is reasonably
practicable, any place of work under
our control in a condition that is
safe and without risk to health.
This includes the provision and
maintenance of means of access to
and from our buildings that are safe
and without risk;
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we
provide and maintain a working
environment for College members,
employees and contractors that is,
so far as is reasonably practicable,
safe, without risk to health and
adequate in terms of facilities and
arrangements for their welfare.
Under the
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 all
employees have duties imposed on them
whilst at work:
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to take
reasonable care for the health and
safety of themselves and of other
persons who may be affected by their
acts or omissions at work;
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to
co-operate with the College to
enable us to meet our statutory
health and safety requirements;
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not to
miss-use or interfere with anything
provided by the College in the
interests of health and safety.
London
Ambassador College will provide
sufficient resources to ensure that this
policy is effectively carried out. It
will be reviewed on an annual basis or
as required by a change in the law. The
establishment of a sound health and
safety culture is dependant on the
active involvement of all those who live
and work at the College. I expect every
one of you to play your part.
Fire Notices
Fire notices will be displayed throughout the College, Fire drills will take place on a regular basis and these will be logged. A Health and
Safety Officer will ensure that staff and students are familiar with the procedures in the event of a fire and the use of the fire
equipment.
Safe Environment
Action must be taken to ensure a safe and healthy working environment. This will be achieved by inspections of the working
environment carried out regularly. A record of each inspection will be kept and remedial action taken.
Hazard Procedure
All members of staff will be required to report any actual or potential hazard to the Heath and Safety Officer, who will
immediately investigate and deal with the problem.
New Hazards
Any new plant, products, equipment or premises will be risk
assessed by the Head of Department and or the College Health and
Safety Officer and the risk assessment implemented before the plant, products, equipment or premises are used.
Special Hazards
There are many hazards, which have the potential for harm, injury or damage. The Risk depends on the controls the College has in
place for safeguarding health and safety. If you feel that the risk is not adequately controlled then please report to the Health and
Safety Officer.
Accidents
To avoid accidents the College will take all reasonable practicable steps. In the event of an accident, the first concern will be the care
of the person or persons who have suffered injury. The accident will be reported to the persons detailed on the incident report form. The
reporter shall ensure that adequate arrangements are made for the care of any injured persons. It will be policy to investigate all
accidents, including those not involving injury, and arrangements for the investigation will be made by the Health and Safety Officer
who will report the result of the investigation to the Chief Executive.
First Aid
A list of the College first aiders, together with their contact details and locations is displayed in each reception area. Please speak to a
member or staff, or reception staff if you require further assistance or advice.
House-keeping
The College attaches importance to the need for good housekeeping practices. It is policy to ensure that floors are kept free of
anything that may cause slipping or tripping and that no waste materials which could cause injury if trodden on are allowed to
remain where they fall. Items stored on shelves will be stored in such a way as to ensure that they do not cause injury to anyone
working in the vicinity or to anyone passing by. Rubbish will not be allowed to accumulate in any working area and passageways will be
kept clear at all times.
College Health and Safety Officer
The Health and Safety Officer will be the focal point for day-to-day references on safety, and give or indicate sources of advice. He/She
will act as a source for the retention and dissemination of safety information. The Health and Safety Officer will consult with the
Chief Executive or the Principal for health and safety in organizing safety lectures to students and staff. He will organize and assess
effectiveness of the fire drills and liaise, in consultation with the Fire Authority, on all matters relating to fire precautions.
The following are expressly forbidden and are offences against the law:
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Any interference with the fire alarm installation or fire fighting equipment
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Any alteration or interference with the electrical wiring of
the College buildings without permission of the Principal,
the College Health and Safety Officer or the Director.
College Health and Safety Officer is responsible to the Principal for:
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Monitoring College compliance with all relevant legislation particularly that contained in “Management of Health and
Safety at Wok Regulation 1999”.
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Monitoring the general safety program, the College Health and Safety standards within the College.
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Liaising with the local Health and Safety Executive Officers.
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Inspecting the College a minimum of once in three month and at more regular intervals at his discretion where inspection
reveals items requiring attention.
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Organizing the checking of the fire drill procedures and keeping a record, checking all fire warning, fire fighting and
emergency lighting equipment.
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Initiate first aid if appropriate.
Teaching Staff are responsible for:
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Ensuring that the work of the College is carried out in accordance with the College Health and Safety Policy.
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The safety of students whilst they are in their charge, whether in or outside the College.
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Ensuring that clear safety instructions and warnings are given.
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Personally following safe working procedures and observing general safety regulations.
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Ensuring that the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations are adhered to.
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Reporting accidents immediately and completing the necessary and appropriate accident forms.
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Ensuring that, in the event of a serious accident, nothing is disturbed at the scene of the accident, except as might be
necessary for the removal of a casualty.
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Initiate first aid as appropriate.
Students are responsible for:
As a student at London Ambassador College you have a duty to take reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others who might be affected by anything you do. You are expected to adhere to safety rules and procedures established in the College’s
Health and Safety Policy.
Accidents and Incidents
Please report all accidents and incidents however minor whilst on the College’s premises. This also applies if you “nearly hurt yourself” or see something that could harm YOU or someone else. Reporting near miss incidents could prevent a serious or fatal
accident occurring. Such incidents have to be recorded in an official Accident Book. The College has an accident book located at
college reception.
On Discovering a Fire
On Hearing the Fire Alarm
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Leave the building immediately using the nearest emergency exit.
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Do not go to any other part of the building for any reason.
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If the alarm stops continue to evacuate.
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Do not use the lifts.
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Go to your designated assembly point and do not leave unless you are told to do so by an authorised person.
Health Services
For details of student health you are encouraged to register with a GP in your local area.
Smoking
The College operates a no-smoking policy in its building. There are no designated smoking areas within the College
building.
Training
All necessary steps will be taken to ensure that the staff and students are up to date concerning health and safety.
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