Health & Safety Policy — Lawn Mowing Putney
Purpose: This Health and Safety Policy sets out the commitments and practical measures that govern our lawn maintenance operations, including Lawn Mowing Putney, Putney lawn mowing and related garden services. The policy exists to protect employees, contractors, clients and members of the public by identifying hazards, reducing risk and promoting safe working practices. We aim to deliver lawn care in Putney and surrounding service areas with a consistent, accountable approach to safety, ensuring legal compliance and continuous improvement in safety performance.
Scope: The policy applies to all operational activities associated with grass cutting Putney services, including routine mowing, edging, turf care and small landscape work. It applies to permanent staff, temporary workers and third-party contractors engaged to perform grass cutting and garden maintenance tasks. The policy covers work on private properties, communal grounds and public-edge verges where we are contracted to deliver Putney grass cutting, and it outlines expectations for safe behaviour, equipment condition and site management.
Roles and responsibilities are clearly defined to ensure accountability. Senior management will provide leadership, resources and oversight. Supervisors and team leaders must plan work safely, carry out risk assessments and ensure operatives follow method statements. Employees and subcontractors are required to follow instructions, use personal protective equipment and report hazards or near misses promptly. The following responsibilities are central to our approach:
- Management: establish policy, resource training and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Supervisors: conduct site inductions, monitor safe systems of work and maintain records.
- Operatives: complete pre-start checks, use PPE and report defects.
Risk assessment and control measures
All lawn care teams must undertake documented risk assessments before work begins. Assessments consider terrain, slopes, hidden obstacles, pedestrian access and weather conditions. Control measures include segregation of work areas with signage where necessary, use of appropriate PPE such as hearing protection, safety boots and high-visibility clothing, and the application of safe systems of work for mowing, strimming and handling of debris. Mechanical guards, safety switches and regular servicing reduce mechanical hazards. We emphasise conservative decision-making: where risk cannot be controlled to acceptable levels, work is postponed or alternative methods adopted.
Plant and equipment safety: Lawn machines, handheld strimmers and battery tools must be maintained to manufacturer standards and checked before each use. Fuel handling for petrol equipment is controlled through designated containers, spill kits and safe refuelling procedures. Electrical hazards are managed by using residual current devices (RCDs) for electrically powered tools, ensuring cables are routed safely and batteries are charged in well-ventilated, secure locations. Maintenance records and service logs are kept up to date to demonstrate ongoing compliance.
Emergency preparedness: Clear procedures cover first aid, incident reporting and emergency contacts on site. All staff receive information on how to summon medical assistance, isolate a site in the event of a major incident and preserve evidence for investigations. Incidents and near misses are logged, investigated and used to update risk assessments and training. Health surveillance is considered where repetitive tasks, vibration or noise exposure may pose longer-term risks to operatives performing Putney lawn mowing duties.
Training, monitoring and continual improvement
Training: Competence is foundational. New employees receive induction training focused on site safety, equipment operation and company policies. Ongoing training covers manual handling, safe use of power tools and environmental precautions, such as protecting sensitive planting and preventing fuel or soil contamination. Supervisors are trained in risk assessment and the completion of method statements specific to lawn maintenance and garden operations.
Monitoring and inspections: Routine site inspections and safety audits verify that safe working practices are followed during Putney grass cutting and broader garden services. Performance indicators include completion of pre-start checks, PPE usage rates and timeliness of remedial actions following an inspection. Where non-conformances are identified, corrective measures are issued and tracked to completion. Records of audits, toolbox talks and training are maintained to demonstrate due diligence.
Communication and engagement: We promote an open safety culture in which operatives, clients and contractors can raise concerns without fear of reprisal. Safety information is conveyed through briefings, written method statements and clear signage on site. Contract requirements make clear that any subcontracted party must comply with this policy when performing mowing, edging or turf maintenance. The company will review this policy annually or after any significant incident, and will revise procedures to reflect changes in equipment, legislation or operational scope.
Summary statement: Our health and safety policy for lawn maintenance, including Lawn Mowing Putney and related garden services, commits to preventing harm through competent planning, effective controls and continuous monitoring. By following the responsibilities and procedures set out here, we aim to deliver safe, reliable lawn care services while protecting people and the environment. This policy is endorsed by senior management and is available to staff and contractors as part of our operational documentation.
