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O P E R A T I V E S T R A I N I N G M A N U A L V E R S I O N 4

1.20 Smoking
It is against the Law to smoke in any company vehicle or building under the Smoke Free
Regulations 2006. All vehicles including plant must display a no smoking symbol in the cab
under the regulations, and if it is missing you must report this to your manager and report it
on your daily vehicle check sheet.

Any employee found smoking in their vehicle, or company building by the Police or Local
Authority may incur a fixed on the spot penalty, and as a result could also incur a fine to the
Company.

Smoking will only be permitted in designated areas at Harrison Industrial and it must be 10m
from areas where combustible materials are stored. There will be suitable receptacles for
extinguishing cigarettes provided i.e. sand bin, wall mounted ash tray etc. Please ask where
they are and use them.

2 Personal Hygiene

To reduce the risk of dermatitis, oil acne or skin cancer, unnecessary skin contact
with oils and chemicals must be avoided. Clothing contaminated with chemicals,
flammable liquids or oil must be changed immediately. Oil soaked cloths must
not be placed into the pocket of coveralls as this can cause cancer of the scrotum.

• Where necessary (see COSHH Assessment) barrier cream must be used before
commencing work.
• The hand cleaner provided must be used, do not use petrol or solvents to remove dirt.
• High standards of personal hygiene will significantly reduce risks and, in particular,
hands must be washed prior to eating, drinking or smoking. Food and drinks are not
to be consumed in workshops, or work areas unless specific instructions are issued to
the contrary.
• All cuts and abrasions are to be treated at once, regardless of how minor. Details of
the injury are to be recorded in the accident book.
• In areas where eye protection is necessary, then it must be employed where a risk of
injury exists.
• When in designated hearing protection areas the hearing protection must be worn by
all personnel.
• The Company will carry our bi monthly inspections of employees’ hands to ensure that
there are no signs of dermatitis or other skin work related disorders. This will be carried
out by their Foreman or works Manager.
• In the event of any employee suffering from any personal health issues they are to
advise their Foreman or the Works Manager so that occupational health surveillance
can be carried out.

Due to the type of industry you are working in you should ensure that your tetanus injection
is up to date and if you have any cuts or abrasions keep them covered up at all times to keep
out infections. Please ensure that you speak to your manager or a director if you have any
concerns about your health and wellbeing whilst at work.

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