Health and safety policy

General statement of intent

A J Blake believe that excellence in the management of health and safety is an essential element within our overall business plan - and that a good health and safety record goes hand-in-hand with high-productivity and quality standards.

People are the most important asset to this company, and therefore we're totally committed to ensuring their health, safety and welfare at all times.

From an economic point of view, we believe that prevention is not only better, but cheaper than cure. There's no conflict between humanitarian and commercial consideration. Profits and safety aren't in competition. On the contrary, safety is good business.

From a legal perspective, we're committed to ensuring that we comply with all relevant health and safety legislation. Where it's reasonably practicable to do so, we'll strive to go beyond the requirements of legislation.

We're committed to ongoing monitoring and review processes, so that continual improvement in the management of health and safety can be achieved.

Our general intentions are to:

• provide adequate control of the health and safety risks arising from our work activities
• consult with our employees on matters affecting their health and safety
• provide and maintain safe plant and equipment
• ensure safe handling and use of substances
• provide information, instruction and supervision for employees
• ensure all employees are competent to do their tasks, and to give them adequate training
• prevent accidents and cases of work-related ill health
• maintain safe and healthy working conditions
• review and revise this policy at regular intervals

A J Blake management team

If you'd like more information on our health and safety policy, please contact us on 02380 66 88 22 or email