Health & Safety Policy — Lawn Mowing Neasden

This Health and Safety Policy describes the approach and controls used by our gardening team to deliver safe, consistent lawn mowing and grounds maintenance services across our service area. Whether operating as Neasden lawn mowing specialists or providing wider lawn care in Neasden and nearby districts, the primary objective is to protect employees, customers and the public while maintaining tidy, well-managed outdoor spaces.

The policy applies to all staff, contractors and temporary workers engaged in grass cutting, edging, hedge trimming, and associated garden works. It defines responsibilities, training expectations, equipment management, and incident reporting procedures. Every team member must be familiar with this document and follow the established safe systems of work.

This statement sets out a commitment to risk reduction through planning and continuous improvement. Key principles include proactive risk assessment, appropriate use of personal protective equipment, safe operation of powered tools, and clear communication with customers and the public before starting any job.

Responsibilities and Roles

Managers have a duty to ensure that all lawn maintenance activities are properly planned and resourced. Supervisors are responsible for task-specific risk assessments and ensuring that staff are competent for grass cutting Neasden jobs. Employees must follow instructions, use PPE, and report hazards immediately. Contractors engaged for specialist tasks must provide proof of competency and comply with the policy.

Line managers will maintain training records and ensure induction for new staff covers equipment checks, traffic awareness, environmental care and emergency procedures. The company will not permit untrained individuals to operate powered mowers, strimmers or hazardous equipment.

All teams performing lawn maintenance Neasden are expected to observe additional safeguards for work near public highways, children’s play areas and sensitive habitats. When working in communal spaces, we coordinate with site contacts to manage access, signage and temporary exclusions where necessary.

Risk Assessment and Safe Systems of Work

Before any job, a documented risk assessment must identify hazards such as uneven ground, hidden obstacles, slopes, traffic, overhead obstructions and buried services. Control measures include isolation of hazards, use of appropriate machinery for the terrain, and staging higher-risk activities at times of lower pedestrian presence.

Safe systems of work include:

• Pre-start equipment checks and daily defect reporting
• Use of guards, dead-man controls and fitted spark arrestors on petrol equipment
• Secure fuel handling and refuelling away from ignition sources
• Traffic management where vehicles access the work area
• Appropriate disposal of green waste and avoidance of fuel or oil spills

Manual handling measures reduce strain injuries during lifting and manoeuvring of bags, mowers and trailers. Mechanical aids and team lifts are used when required, and lifting techniques are reinforced in training sessions.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Equipment Safety

PPE requirements vary by task but typically include sturdy footwear, high-visibility clothing, hearing protection, eye protection and gloves. Staff are required to wear the specified PPE at all times when on site. The company provides PPE and replaces items as they wear out.

All powered equipment is maintained to manufacturer standards and inspected regularly. Records of servicing and safety checks are kept for each machine. Isolations, lock-off procedures and secure storage are enforced to prevent unauthorised use.

Chemical use is minimised; where herbicides or other treatments are necessary, only approved products are applied by trained operatives following COSHH principles. Material Safety Data Sheets are available for all substances in use and are referenced in task-specific assessments.

Training, Communication & Emergency Procedures

Staff receive induction training that covers safe machine operation, task risk assessments, first aid arrangements and incident reporting. Regular refresher courses ensure skills remain current. Supervisors maintain communication channels for consultation on challenging or unusual sites.

Emergency procedures are in place for personal injury, fire, chemical spill and vehicle incidents. First aid kits and trained first-aiders are allocated per team based on job risk. Incidents are reported, investigated and used to update risk controls and training where necessary.

Lone working policies and visit reporting protocols protect operatives working off-site. Workers must maintain regular check-ins and carry a charged mobile device or agreed communication tool while performing remote garden maintenance tasks.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement

The policy is reviewed at least annually and after any significant incident or change in work practice. Performance is monitored through routine site inspections, equipment audits and safety observations. Management commits to addressing any identified shortcomings promptly.

Environmental considerations are included in monitoring: minimising fuel consumption, avoiding unnecessary disturbance to wildlife, and ensuring responsible green waste handling. Noise and nuisance are managed through scheduling and modern quieter equipment where possible.

In conclusion, this policy underpins our commitment to safe, reliable and professional garden services, including Lawn Mowing Neasden and associated grounds care. Adherence to these standards ensures that staff, customers and the public are protected while we deliver a high-quality mowing and landscape service.