1. Introduction

Twinkles is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all individuals involved in our events, including employees, volunteers, contractors, and attendees. This Health and Safety Policy outlines our commitment to preventing accidents, injuries, and occupational illnesses and demonstrates our dedication to continuous improvement in health and safety management.

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2. Responsibilities

Management: The management team is responsible for establishing and maintaining effective health and safety practices within the organisation. This includes allocating resources, providing training, and ensuring compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and standards.

Employees and Volunteers: All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to health and safety policies and procedures, reporting hazards and incidents promptly, and actively participating in health and safety training and initiatives.

Contractors and Suppliers: Contractors and suppliers engaged by Twinkles are expected to comply with relevant health and safety requirements and to communicate any hazards or concerns to the designated contact person within the organisation.

Attendees: While attending Twinkle's events, attendees are expected to follow all posted safety instructions and guidelines and to report any hazards or incidents to event staff promptly.

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3. Risk Assessment and Management

Twinkles will conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards associated with our events and implement controls to mitigate risks.

Risk assessments will cover aspects such as venue safety, crowd management, emergency procedures, and specific hazards related to event activities.

Events happen in venues where staff are first aid trained and have their own first aid kit. We always have a mobile phone with us which will be used in an emergency situation.

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4. Safety Training

All employees and volunteers will receive appropriate health and safety training relevant to their roles and responsibilities. Training will cover topics such as emergency procedures, hazard identification, manual handling, and any specific risks associated with event activities.

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5. Emergency Preparedness

Twinkle’s will develop and maintain emergency response procedures for all events, including evacuation plans, first aid provisions, and communication protocols.  All staff and volunteers will be trained in emergency procedures, and emergency equipment and resources will be readily available at event venues.

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6. Incident Reporting and Investigation

All incidents, accidents, near misses, and hazards will be promptly reported to management using the designated reporting procedures. An investigation will be conducted for each reported incident to determine the root cause and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

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7. Safety Monitoring and Review

Twinkle’s will regularly monitor and review our health and safety performance to ensure compliance with policies and procedures and identify areas for improvement. Feedback from employees, volunteers, contractors, and attendees will be solicited and used to inform health and safety initiatives.

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8. Compliance with Legislation

Twinkle’s is committed to complying with all relevant health and safety legislation, regulations, and industry standards applicable to our operations. We will stay informed about changes in legislation and update our policies and procedures accordingly.

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9. Communication and Consultation

Effective communication and consultation with employees, volunteers, contractors, and attendees are essential for maintaining a safe and healthy working environment. Twinkle’s will ensure that health and safety information is communicated clearly and accessible to all relevant stakeholders.

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10. Review and Revision

This Health and Safety Policy will be reviewed annually by management to ensure its effectiveness and relevance to the organisation's activities. Any necessary revisions will be made in consultation with relevant stakeholders.