Health & Safety Policy
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1. Health & Safety Policy


HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY:

To support our Health and Safety policy statement we are committed to the following duties:

  • Undertake regular, recorded risk assessment of the club premises and all activities undertaken by the club.
  • Create a safe environment by putting health and safety measures in place as identified by the assessment.
  • Ensure that all members are given the appropriate level of training and competition by regularly assessing individual ability dependant on age, maturity and development.
  • Ensure that all members are aware of, understand and follow the club’s health and safety policy.
  • Appoint a competent club member to assist with health and safety responsibilities.
  • Ensure that normal operating procedures and emergency operating procedures are in place and known by all members.
  • Provide access to adequate first aid facilities, telephone and qualified first aider at all times.
  • Report any injuries or accidents sustained during any club activity or whilst on the club premises.
  • Ensure that the implementation of the policy is reviewed regularly and monitored for effectiveness.

AS A CLUB MEMBER YOU HAVE A DUTY TO:

  • Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by what you do or not do.
  • Co-operate with the club on health and safety issues.
  • Correctly use all equipment provided by the club.
  • Not interfere with or misuse anything provided for your health, safety or welfare.

CLUB HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER: Louise Hatch

FIRST AID PROVISION:

  • Each team will be provided with a First Aid bag that will be located pitchside at each training session and match
  • if additional or replacement equipment is required, please reach out to the Health and safety officer.
  • Additional First Aid supplies can be located in Leverhulme Pavillion and Lostock Tennis Club

QUALIFIED FIRST AIDERS:

Junior Section:
Men's Section:
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