Hastoe Housing recognises that the control of all health and safety matters arising from the Groups work activities is an essential feature of an efficient operation. It is the intention of Hastoe to provide a safe and healthy working environment as far as is reasonably practicable for all employees by:
We also intend to enlist the support of all employees towards achieving the safest and healthiest possible working environment; and to encourage discussions and consultations on health and safety issues.
We intend to continually improve and implement practical safety measures to provide the safest working environment we can.
Co-operation, consultation and support will be sought from residents, contractors and other persons who might reasonably be expected to be included within such health and safety discussions. Regular health and safety committee meetings will be held within the Group chaired by the Housing Director and attended by Senior Managers, and the staff representative.
We also accept responsibility as far as is reasonable or legally required for the health and safety of all other persons who may be affected by our activities, this will include residents, members of the public, contractors, temporary/agency workers etc. Hastoe also accepts responsibility as far as is reasonable or legally required for any effects our business activities may have on the environment.
The allocation of duties for safety issues and the arrangements to deal with such issues are detailed within the responsibilities section of the Group's Health and Safety Policy.
The Health and Safety Policy will be kept up to date in particular with regards to any changes to the Group's activities including any change in the nature or size of the business. The policy will be reviewed on an annual basis.
Lindy Morgan ..... Date: Chair
Liz Cook.....Date: Interim Chief Executive Last reviewed: July 2026 Page 5