FRINTON BOWLS CLUB

HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY

Frinton Bowls Club is strongly committed to encouraging our  Members to take part, but the health, well-being and safety of each individual is always our paramount concern.  We expect our Members to participate within these boundaries.

FRINTON BOWLS CLUB HAVE A DUTY :

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 measurers in place as identified by the assessment;

• Ensure that all Members have the appropriate level of training for their needs, both on and off the green;

• Ensure that all Members are aware of, understand and follow the Club’s Health and Safety;

• Ensure that normal operating procedures and emergency operating procedures are in place and known by all Members;

• Provide access to adequate First Aid facilities;

• Review Safety issues at each Executive and Management Committee Meeting;

• 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;

• Ensure that you know the location of the First Aid box;

• Report any concerns to a Member of the Executive or Management Committee;

• Record any accidents in the Accident Book in the Clubhouse so that Management are aware and can address any issues;

• Correctly use all equipment provided by the Club and to ask for help or advice if needed;

• Not interfere with or misuse anything provided for your Health, Safety  or Welfare.

FIRST AID :

• Location of First Aid facilities ; Clubhouse 

• Location of Defibrillator : Inside main door

Frinton Bowls Club Health & Safety Officer is :

Paul Williams, Mobile : 07538 268888