Posted By carole stebbings I work for a H & S Consultancy who employ less than 5 members of staff. When we tender for work we are often asked to produce our company H & S Policy. We are undecided whether to produce a policy that reflects our internal structure or whether to write it specifically reflecting how we would work in partnership with clients who commission us. Any advice, guidance or copies of policies that anyone has, who may also be in the same position, would be appreciated. With so few of us in the company it is difficult to find 'meat' to go into the document. Prompt responses would be very welcome.

Posted By carole stebbings Thank you for your prompt response. My message did start off stating that I work for a H & S Consultancy. We already have a H & S Policy but wondered how 'in-depth' others have gone taking into account the fact that the company structure in terms of H & S responsibilities are 'short and sweet' due to the amount of staff. The detail with regard to responsibilities when working on client premises is obvious but seeing how others have tackled this would be useful. The old saying 'two heads are better than one' is usually true. If you do have any constructive information you would be prepared to share - it would be appreciated. Thank you.

Posted By Kieran J Duignan Carole Since the context of your question concerns the tendering process, I assume that the objective of presenting your policy as requested is to 'stand out in the crowd' rather than simply indicate you comply with your legal obligations. On this assumption, I suggest that your policy should include well-expressed commitments to behavioural safety, behavioural medicine and ergonomic risk assessment in so far as the capability of your practice permits.

Posted By GeoffB Kieran I've got a feeling I'm really going to show my ignorance here but what is 'behavioural medicine'? Geoff

Posted By Jim-F Im going to have to show MY ignorance and ask What is a health and safety policy?. only kidding

Posted By Charley Farley-Trelawney Here was I hoping to learn from the great masters of the subject we know and love as Health and bloomin Safety (all joking aside, if it saves just one life then it will have all been worth it) and I see a question that seems to be honest in its approach but just don't float my boat so to speak. So I have just one short suggestion with regards the Policy Statement. Perhaps a new day job might be a great idea!