Health And Safety Policy
HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY STATEMENT
Belfast Harlequins Club is strongly committed to encouraging our members to take part, but the health, well-being and safety of each individual is always our paramount concern. HEALTH AND
SAFETY POLICY:
To support our Health and Safety policy statement we are committed to the following duties:
- Undertake regular, recorded risk assessment of the Club premises and all activities undertaken by the Club.
- Create a safe environment by putting health and safety measures in place as identified by the assessment.
- Ensure that all members are given the appropriate level of training and competition by regularly assessing individual ability dependant on age, maturity and development.
- Ensure that all members are aware of, understand and follow the Club’s health and safety policy.
- Appoint a competent Club member to assist with health and safety responsibilities.
- Ensure that normal operating procedures and emergency operating procedures are in place and known by all members.
- Provide access to adequate first aid facilities, telephone and qualified first aider at all times.
- Report any injuries or accidents sustained during any Club activity or whilst on the Club premises.
- Ensure that the implementation of the policy is reviewed regularly and monitored for effectiveness.
AS A CLUB MEMBER YOU HAVE A DUTY TO:
- Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by what you do or not do.
- Co-operate with the Club on health and safety issues.
- Correctly use all equipment provided by the Club.
- Not interfere with or misuse anything provided for your health, safety or welfare.