1. Scope of the Policy

This policy is enacted by the Management Team of Revolution to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all staff, members, visitors, and learners involved in activities. It highlights:

• The commitment to providing safe equipment and procedures.
• The responsibility to consider the health and safety of visitors and any other persons affected by the activities.

2. Broad Goals

• Integrate health and safety into all activities, ensuring it aligns with educational and operational needs.
• Encourage and cooperate with trade unions to appoint safety representatives as per the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
• Conduct annual reviews of the policy to ensure its relevance and effectiveness.

Organizational Structure and Responsibilities

3. General Responsibilities

• Senior Team: Manages overall health and safety policies, including necessary training provisions.
• Provision Manager: Holds day-to-day executive responsibility for health and safety.
• Health and Safety Liaison Officer: Coordinates statutory procedures and keeps policy documents current.
• Staff Members: Ensure that health and safety procedures are implemented in their respective areas and report any concerns to the Provision Manager.
• Revolution Learning Staff: Responsible for the general condition of premises and addressing any health and safety hazards.

4. Specific Hazards/Designated Duties

• Fire Precautions: Managed by the Provision Manager, including regular fire drills and emergency protocols.
• First Aid: Maintain an updated list of trained First Aiders and ensure first aid kits are stocked and accessible.
• Accident and Ill Health Reporting: The First Aider ensures all accidents are recorded and reported as necessary.
• Equipment and Electrical Testing: Users are responsible for regular inspections; the Provision Manager handles major repairs or replacements.
• Hazardous Substances: Ensure compliance with COSHH regulations before any hazardous substances are used.
• Visitors: Log all visitor entries and exits as managed by designated volunteers.
• Contractors: Liaise with Luton Borough Council’s Property Services Division or manage directly if commissioned by the provision.
• Visits: Assess risks for each visit, ensuring that first aid provisions and safety instructions are clear.

5. General Procedures

• Induction Training: Provide comprehensive health and safety training for all new staff and volunteers.
• Educational Visits: Follow local authority guidelines to ensure safety during school visits, including detailed action plans and risk assessments.
• Personal Protective Equipment: Follow LEA guidelines to provide and maintain necessary personal protective equipment.
• Medicines: Manage prescription medicines for children strictly under parental guidance and competent supervision.

6. Sources of Further Advice on Health and Safety Matters

• Seek advice from specialized health and safety or occupational health units for matters beyond the provision’s expertise.

Additional Reference

• Revolution RIDDOR Reporting Policy: Refer to this policy for reporting serious accidents and incidents.