Health and Safety
General Safety in the Office
Hygiene:
• Refrigerators should be cleared of unused food on a weekly basis
• Kitchen surfaces should be kept clean and tidy
• Any leaks or faulty equipment in kitchens or washrooms should be
reported immediately to the appropriate person
Electrical appliances:
• Faulty electrical equipment or lighting, or appliances with frayed
leads must not be used. These should be reported as above for
appropriate action
• Electrical appliances must be switched off and, where appropriate,
unplugged, at the end of the day or when no longer required
• No staff member should install, dismantle or repair any electrical
appliance or plug unless authorised to do so
Fire and Evacuation
Procedures
If a fire is discovered or suspected the member of staff should
immediately activate the nearest fire alarm and if appropriate phone the Fire
Service. When the Fire Brigade replies inform them distinctly of the location
of the building. Do not end the call until the Fire Brigade has repeated the
Employee Handbook SA
Version 3 - Feb 2017