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 Carpet Cleaning
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| £55 |
 Upholstery Cleaning
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| £55 |
 End Of Tenancy Cleaning
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| £95 |
 Domestic Cleaning
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| £13.50 |
 House Cleaning
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| £13.50 |
 Office Cleaning
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| £13.50 |
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This Health and Safety policy sets out the principles, responsibilities and procedures that guide Carpet Cleaning Bow in providing safe carpet and upholstery cleaning services. Our aim is to protect our employees, customers, visitors, contractors and members of the public from harm while maintaining high standards of service.
Carpet Cleaning Bow is committed to managing health and safety as an integral part of our operations. We work to prevent accidents, injuries and ill health arising from our cleaning activities in homes, offices and commercial premises across our service area. We comply with all relevant health and safety legislation, codes of practice and recognised industry standards applicable to cleaning services.
Overall responsibility for health and safety lies with the company management, who ensure appropriate arrangements, resources and training are in place. Supervisors and team leaders are responsible for implementing this policy on site, monitoring working practices and addressing any unsafe conditions or behaviours.
Every employee has a duty to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions. Staff must follow all safety instructions, use equipment as trained, report hazards and incidents promptly, and cooperate fully with health and safety procedures.
We carry out risk assessments for our carpet and upholstery cleaning operations, including the use of machinery, cleaning agents, water, electricity and manual handling. These assessments identify hazards, evaluate risks and determine appropriate controls to reduce risks to the lowest reasonably practicable level.
Safe systems of work are developed for typical cleaning tasks, such as hot water extraction, stain treatment and the movement of cleaning machines and accessories. Site-specific considerations, such as access routes, flooring conditions, stairs, public areas and client equipment, are assessed before work begins. Staff are required to follow these procedures at all times.
Our cleaning products are selected for both effectiveness and safety. We comply with applicable requirements for the safe use, storage and transport of cleaning chemicals. Safety information for products, including hazard classifications and recommended precautions, is made available to staff.
Employees receive training on the correct dilution, application and disposal of solutions, as well as the use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Chemicals are clearly labelled, stored securely and never left unattended in areas accessible to children, pets or the general public.
Carpet Cleaning Bow provides suitable personal protective equipment for relevant tasks, which may include gloves, eye protection, masks or respirators and protective footwear. Staff must wear and use PPE as instructed, keep it in good condition and report any defects or the need for replacement to their supervisor.
All carpet cleaning machines, tools and accessories are maintained in safe working order. Equipment is inspected regularly, serviced as required and removed from use if defects are identified. Electrical equipment is used in accordance with manufacturer instructions and applicable safety requirements.
Staff are trained to avoid overloading sockets, to keep cables organised to prevent trips, and to keep electrical equipment away from standing water whenever possible. Any damage to cables, plugs or housings must be reported immediately and the equipment taken out of service until repaired.
Our work often involves moving machines, hoses and furniture. We train staff in safer manual handling techniques, including assessing loads before lifting, using correct posture and seeking assistance or mechanical aids for heavier items. Where practical, equipment is selected and organised to minimise bending, stretching and twisting.
We encourage employees to report any discomfort or early signs of strain so that working methods can be reviewed and adjusted.
Carpet cleaning frequently involves wet surfaces and equipment trailing across floors. To reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls, we use warning signs in appropriate locations, route hoses and cables carefully, and maintain a tidy work area. Excess water is removed promptly and high-traffic areas are monitored during cleaning.
Customers and building users are informed where floors may be damp or where access is temporarily restricted. We take care around stairs, steps, uneven surfaces and thresholds, and pay particular attention to lighting and visibility in work areas.
Respect for client property and occupants is central to our approach. Before starting work, our teams identify emergency exits, discuss any site-specific rules and agree safe access routes. We take care to protect furniture and belongings and to maintain adequate ventilation when using cleaning solutions.
Where children, pets or vulnerable individuals are present, extra precautions are taken to keep equipment and chemicals secure and to prevent unsupervised access to work areas.
All staff receive induction and ongoing training covering safe use of machinery, chemical handling, PPE, manual handling and emergency procedures. Additional task-specific training is provided for specialised cleaning processes. Supervisors monitor compliance with this policy, provide guidance and address any unsafe practices.
Health and safety information is communicated through briefings, instructions and periodic refreshers to ensure that employees remain aware of their responsibilities.
Any accident, injury, near miss or dangerous occurrence must be reported without delay. Incidents are investigated to identify root causes and implement corrective measures. Where required, incidents are recorded in an accident log.
Our staff are briefed on actions to take in an emergency, including fire evacuation procedures, dealing with spills, responding to injuries and summoning appropriate assistance. First aid provisions are made accessible to staff, and at least one person in each team will have basic first aid knowledge.
We are mindful of potential health effects associated with cleaning work, such as respiratory sensitivity or skin irritation. Where appropriate, we implement measures such as ventilation, product substitution, PPE and task rotation to minimise exposure.
Staff are encouraged to raise any health concerns that may be related to their work so that suitable adjustments or controls can be considered. Reasonable welfare facilities, including access to drinking water and rest breaks, are provided in line with operational circumstances.
This Health and Safety policy is reviewed regularly and when significant changes occur in our operations, legislation or industry guidance. Feedback from employees and clients, along with findings from inspections and incident investigations, is used to improve our arrangements.
By following this policy, Carpet Cleaning Bow aims to maintain a safe and healthy working environment and to deliver professional carpet cleaning services with care for the wellbeing of everyone affected by our work.
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