Cleaners Watford is committed to providing professional cleaning services in a manner that safeguards the health, safety, and welfare of our employees, clients, visitors, contractors, and members of the public. This policy sets out our approach to managing health and safety risks in all locations where we operate, including homes, offices, and commercial premises.
Our objective is to prevent accidents, injuries, and work-related ill health by identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing effective control measures. We comply with all relevant health and safety legislation, approved codes of practice, and industry guidelines applicable to cleaning operations.
Health and safety is a core management responsibility and an integral part of planning and delivering our cleaning services. We require all employees to follow this policy and any associated procedures and to take reasonable care of themselves and others who may be affected by their work.
Overall responsibility for health and safety within Cleaners Watford rests with senior management, who ensure that adequate resources, information, and training are provided. Management is responsible for:
Identifying and assessing risks associated with cleaning tasks, substances, and equipment.
Providing appropriate work equipment, protective clothing, and safety data for products used.
Ensuring that health and safety arrangements are implemented, monitored, and reviewed.
Employees are responsible for cooperating with health and safety arrangements by:
Following all training, safe systems of work, and instructions provided.
Using equipment and personal protective equipment correctly.
Reporting hazards, near misses, defects, and incidents promptly to management.
We conduct risk assessments for regular and one-off cleaning tasks to identify potential hazards such as slips and trips, manual handling, chemical exposure, electrical equipment, lone working, and working at height.
From these risk assessments, we develop safe working practices that detail the correct methods for carrying out tasks safely. These include clear instructions on handling waste, moving furniture, using ladders or step stools, and operating cleaning machinery.
Risk assessments and procedures are reviewed regularly and whenever there is a significant change in work activities, equipment, or substances used.
Cleaners Watford ensures that all employees receive suitable and sufficient training relevant to their role. This includes:
Induction training in health and safety responsibilities and emergency procedures.
Training on safe use, storage, and disposal of cleaning chemicals.
Manual handling techniques to reduce the risk of strain and injury.
Instruction on the safe use of electrical equipment, vacuum cleaners, and other machinery.
Where necessary, refresher training is provided to maintain competence and address new risks or updated procedures. Supervisors monitor working practices to ensure that safety standards are maintained at all times.
We use cleaning chemicals and substances that are suitable for professional cleaning tasks. Before use, each substance is assessed to identify the hazards and control measures required. Where applicable, information from product safety data is used to guide safe handling.
Employees are trained to follow instructions on product labels, to dilute chemicals correctly, and to avoid mixing products. Suitable personal protective equipment such as gloves, masks, or eye protection is provided where required. Chemicals are stored securely and transported safely to prevent leaks, spills, or unauthorised use.
All equipment supplied by Cleaners Watford is selected to be suitable for its purpose and maintained in safe working order. Regular checks are carried out on vacuum cleaners, floor machines, extension leads, and other tools, and any defective equipment is removed from use immediately.
Personal protective equipment is provided where identified by risk assessment. This may include gloves, masks, high-visibility clothing, or other items depending on the task and environment. Employees are required to wear this equipment as instructed and to report any damage or loss promptly.
When operating in client premises, we take all reasonable steps to protect the safety of clients, their staff, and visitors. This includes:
Keeping walkways clear of obstacles and equipment.
Using warning signs where floors are wet or cleaning is in progress.
Operating machinery at appropriate times to minimise disruption and risk.
Clients are requested to inform us of any known hazards at their premises, such as uneven flooring, restricted access areas, or specific building procedures. We cooperate with client health and safety arrangements and emergency procedures, including fire safety and security requirements.
All accidents, incidents, and near misses involving Cleaners Watford staff or arising from our work activities must be reported to management as soon as possible. Accurate records are kept, including the nature of the incident, any injuries sustained, and actions taken.
We investigate incidents to identify root causes and implement corrective measures to prevent recurrence. Where required, incidents are reported to the relevant regulatory authorities in line with legislative requirements.
We recognise that cleaning work can be physically demanding. We promote the health and wellbeing of our staff by encouraging good manual handling practices, safe work rates, rest breaks where appropriate, and early reporting of any signs of strain or discomfort.
We do not tolerate harassment, bullying, or discrimination and aim to provide a working environment that is respectful and supportive.
Cleaners Watford values the input of employees on health and safety matters. Staff are encouraged to raise concerns, suggest improvements, and participate in discussions about safe working practices. Health and safety information is communicated clearly through training, written procedures, signage, and briefings.
This health and safety policy is monitored on an ongoing basis to ensure that it remains effective and appropriate to the nature and scale of our cleaning services. Periodic reviews are undertaken, and the policy is updated as necessary in response to changes in legislation, industry standards, or company operations.
By implementing this policy, Cleaners Watford aims to deliver reliable, high-quality cleaning services while maintaining high standards of health and safety for everyone affected by our work.
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Price List
| Carpet Cleaning | from £ 55 |
| Upholstery Cleaning | from £ 55 |
| End of Tenancy Cleaning | from £ 95 |
| Domestic Cleaning | from £ 13.50 |
| Regular Cleaning | from £ 13.50 |
| Office Cleaning | from £ 13.50 |
*Price excluding VAT
*Minimum charge apply
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