Summary

The University is committed to ensuring the health, safety and welfare of all staff and others who could be affected by its activities so far as is reasonably practicable. This Policy has been produced in order for all staff and others are aware of both the University’s and their own responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act. 

 

Introduction

The development of a positive Health and Safety culture is crucial for the management of health and safety. This enables awareness of health and safety requirements to be integrated into everyday working activities and management systems, contributing towards the achievement of a safe, secure and healthy working and learning environment.

Review

The Policy is reviewed periodically or where it is believed to be no longer valid, with any amendments brought to the attention of all employees. This policy contains details of roles and responsibilities for the management of Health and Safety throughout the University, support by other specific arrangements, procedures and guidance documents.

 

Scope

It is intended for all University staff and students, visitors and contractors and applies to all educational, research, commercial, residential, recreational, facilities and management activities considered to be wholly or partly under the University’s control. It covers all members of staff, students, researchers and others involved with those activities and accessing those facilities.