Cleaners N16 is committed to providing professional cleaning services while protecting the health, safety and welfare of our employees, clients, visitors and members of the public who may be affected by our work. We aim to maintain safe working conditions, prevent accidents and work-related ill-health, and promote a positive health and safety culture across all of our operations.
The main aims of this Health and Safety Policy are to prevent injury and ill-health, comply with applicable health and safety legislation, and continually improve our safety performance. We do this by assessing risks in the environments where we work, providing appropriate information, instruction and training for staff, and implementing safe systems of work for all cleaning tasks.
Health and safety considerations are integrated into the planning and delivery of all cleaning services, whether carried out in domestic properties, offices or other commercial premises within our service area.
Senior management at Cleaners N16 has overall responsibility for ensuring that this policy is implemented and reviewed regularly. Management will provide adequate resources to meet health and safety obligations, including suitable equipment, products, personal protective equipment and training. We will ensure that risk assessments are carried out, recorded where appropriate, and that necessary control measures are implemented and monitored.
Managers and supervisors are responsible for promoting safe working practices, communicating procedures clearly, and making sure that cleaners understand and follow the requirements set out in this policy. They will investigate accidents and near misses, take corrective action where needed, and use findings to improve future safety performance.
All cleaners and other employees of Cleaners N16 have a duty to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions. Staff must follow all safety instructions, use equipment and materials correctly, and cooperate with the company in implementing this policy.
Employees must report hazards, defects, accidents, incidents and near misses to their supervisor as soon as possible. They are required to make proper use of personal protective equipment provided and to keep work areas tidy to reduce risks of slips, trips and falls.
Before work is undertaken, Cleaners N16 conducts risk assessments that take into account the nature of the premises, cleaning tasks, equipment, chemicals and any vulnerable persons present. The findings of these assessments are used to develop safe methods of work tailored to each environment.
Where conditions change or new tasks are introduced, risk assessments are reviewed and updated. Employees are informed of any changes and given the necessary guidance to work safely in all locations where we provide cleaning services.
We recognise the risks associated with cleaning agents and other hazardous substances. Cleaners N16 selects products that are suitable for the task and aims to minimise exposure by using the least hazardous effective options. All chemicals are used and stored according to manufacturer instructions and health and safety requirements.
Employees receive information and training on the safe handling, dilution, application and disposal of cleaning products. Personal protective equipment such as gloves, masks or eye protection is provided where necessary, and workers are instructed to avoid mixing products or using unlabelled containers.
All cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor machines, steam cleaners and other tools, is selected, maintained and used with safety in mind. Equipment is inspected regularly and any defects are reported and dealt with promptly.
Staff are trained in the correct use of equipment, safe manual handling techniques, and the importance of following manufacturer guidelines. Where powered equipment is used, extra care is taken to avoid trip hazards from cables and to ensure that electrical equipment is suitable for the environment.
Many cleaning tasks involve lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling and repetitive movements. Cleaners N16 takes steps to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injuries by providing manual handling guidance, encouraging the use of trolleys or other aids, and organising work to avoid unnecessary strain.
Employees are advised to use safe lifting techniques, avoid overreaching, and take appropriate breaks where possible during longer tasks. Heavy or awkward items should be moved only when safe to do so and with assistance when required.
Slips, trips and falls are a significant source of accidents in cleaning work. To manage this risk, we ensure that wet floors are clearly identified, appropriate warning signs are used, and work is scheduled to minimise the impact on building users.
Cleaners must keep corridors and access routes clear, use suitable footwear with good grip, promptly clean up spillages and ensure that equipment and cables are positioned to reduce the likelihood of trips.
Cleaners N16 recognises the importance of personal hygiene, especially when working in environments such as kitchens, bathrooms and shared facilities. Employees are advised to wash hands regularly, especially after using cleaning chemicals, removing gloves or handling waste.
Where required, appropriate vaccinations, health advice or additional controls may be considered in settings that present higher health risks. Staff are encouraged to inform management of any health conditions that could be affected by particular cleaning tasks so that suitable adjustments can be made.
We ensure that employees are familiar with emergency arrangements for the premises in which they work, including fire evacuation procedures, assembly points and contacts for assistance. Cleaners must follow site-specific instructions provided by the client in addition to this policy.
Any accidents, injuries, dangerous occurrences or significant near misses must be reported promptly so that they can be recorded and investigated. Where appropriate, emergency services or medical assistance should be contacted without delay.
Cleaners N16 provides ongoing training in health and safety matters relevant to cleaning activities. This includes induction training for new staff, refresher training as needed, and specific guidance when new equipment, chemicals or procedures are introduced.
Supervision levels are set according to the experience of staff, nature of the tasks and level of risk. Written instructions, method statements and verbal briefings are used to make sure that employees understand their responsibilities and can work safely and confidently.
This Health and Safety Policy is reviewed regularly and updated when necessary to reflect changes in legislation, best practice, or the nature of our work. We monitor compliance through site visits, incident reports and feedback from staff and clients.
Cleaners N16 is committed to continuous improvement in health and safety performance. We encourage employees and clients to raise any concerns or suggestions that may help us further reduce risks and promote safe, high quality cleaning services throughout our service area.
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Price List
| Carpet Cleaning | from £ 55 |
| Upholstery Cleaning | from £ 55 |
| End of Tenancy Cleaning | from £ 95 |
| Domestic Cleaning | from £ 13.50 |
| Regular Cleaning | from £ 13.50 |
| Office Cleaning | from £ 13.50 |
*Price excluding VAT
*Minimum charge apply
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