Unit 4 - Health and safety measures In a scientific organisation
Index
Introduction
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Factory Inspection: Tennants Fine Chemicals Ltd
Conclusion
Introduction
In this report I will discuss the importance of health and safety in the scientific organisation Tennants
Fine Chemicals Ltd (TFC) a local company that produces Arora chemicals, and Acetate Ester
Chemicals. Considering the risks that come with working in both of these departments and how to
maintain a practical and safe work space by identifying hazards, evaluating risks and putting in
measures that ensure any of these dangers can be prevented or controlled.
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 states that all employers must ensure a safe workspace
where their employees are protected from potential dangers and are safe when working in certain
situation. Employees are also responsible for their own safety as well as their colleagues. The
workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 also cover a range of health, safety and
welfare issues applying to most workplaces. As a result of these acts employers must appoint a
competent person whose job is to make sure that all health and safety regulations are met and the
employer is following legislations ensuring the safety and welfare of their employees. They must also
carry out risk assessments to identify possible hazards, evaluate risks and take the appropriate action
to prevent or to control the risk so that they can provide a safe working environment. They must
supply basic workplace facilities such as toilets and washing facilities. And there must be an HSE
poster on display at all times where workers can easily read and access it.
Factory Inspection: Tennants Fine Chemicals Ltd
Tennants Fine Chemicals Ltd (TFC) is a company based in Leek, Staffordshire, UK a global supplier
of Liquid Chemicals used by manufacturers in Primary Production Processes. They are the number
one producer of Esters and Aromas in the UK and Specialise in 3 main areas including Chemical
Distribution, Production of Chemicals and Specialty and Services.
(https://www.tennantsfinechemicals.co.uk/ 23/09/20)
TFC’s manufacturing processes are done to the best international standards in terms of quality, safety
and the environment. The Management are committed to conducting operational activities in
accordance with the Health, Safety, Environmental legislation and regulations, the company supports
the principles of the Responsible Care Programme and is committed to the development of a
sustainable business, pursuing continuous improvement in health, safety and environmental
performance by setting objectives covering the design of systems of work, processes and products.
TFC legal responsibilities:
Health and safety law states that organisations must:
Assess risks to employees, customers, partners and any other people who could be affected
by their activities
Arrange for the effective planning, organisation, control, monitoring and review of preventive
and protective measures
Have a written health and safety policy if they employ five or more people
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Index
Introduction
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Factory Inspection: Tennants Fine Chemicals Ltd
Conclusion
Introduction
In this report I will discuss the importance of health and safety in the scientific organisation Tennants
Fine Chemicals Ltd (TFC) a local company that produces Arora chemicals, and Acetate Ester
Chemicals. Considering the risks that come with working in both of these departments and how to
maintain a practical and safe work space by identifying hazards, evaluating risks and putting in
measures that ensure any of these dangers can be prevented or controlled.
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 states that all employers must ensure a safe workspace
where their employees are protected from potential dangers and are safe when working in certain
situation. Employees are also responsible for their own safety as well as their colleagues. The
workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 also cover a range of health, safety and
welfare issues applying to most workplaces. As a result of these acts employers must appoint a
competent person whose job is to make sure that all health and safety regulations are met and the
employer is following legislations ensuring the safety and welfare of their employees. They must also
carry out risk assessments to identify possible hazards, evaluate risks and take the appropriate action
to prevent or to control the risk so that they can provide a safe working environment. They must
supply basic workplace facilities such as toilets and washing facilities. And there must be an HSE
poster on display at all times where workers can easily read and access it.
Factory Inspection: Tennants Fine Chemicals Ltd
Tennants Fine Chemicals Ltd (TFC) is a company based in Leek, Staffordshire, UK a global supplier
of Liquid Chemicals used by manufacturers in Primary Production Processes. They are the number
one producer of Esters and Aromas in the UK and Specialise in 3 main areas including Chemical
Distribution, Production of Chemicals and Specialty and Services.
(https://www.tennantsfinechemicals.co.uk/ 23/09/20)
TFC’s manufacturing processes are done to the best international standards in terms of quality, safety
and the environment. The Management are committed to conducting operational activities in
accordance with the Health, Safety, Environmental legislation and regulations, the company supports
the principles of the Responsible Care Programme and is committed to the development of a
sustainable business, pursuing continuous improvement in health, safety and environmental
performance by setting objectives covering the design of systems of work, processes and products.
TFC legal responsibilities:
Health and safety law states that organisations must:
Assess risks to employees, customers, partners and any other people who could be affected
by their activities
Arrange for the effective planning, organisation, control, monitoring and review of preventive
and protective measures
Have a written health and safety policy if they employ five or more people
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