21 Vehicle stop checks Struck by vehicle – speed enforcement (on foot) Injury to Officers due to failure to adhere to safety regulations M/H requirements of the Road Traffic Act must be complied with. Refer to force policy for further information Selection of a safe and suitable identified enforcement site. Only in well lit areas (at night) Provision and correct use of reflective clothing (conforming to EN 471 Class 3) Signal to stop from footpath/verge. Give early signals; ensure driver has clear view of you. Consider alternatives to stopping (e.g. alternative technology). Ask driver to display hazard warning lights. Invite driver to safe areas out of vehicle – alternative is to talk to driver through passenger window Adherence to Force speed enforcement policy and procedure Individual Officer 22 Manual Handling Injury due to inadequate training or failure to comply L/M Refer to APHSA Manual Handling risk assessment Supervisory and Individual Officer 23 Dealing with dogs Injury to Officers due to Dog Bites M Consider dog handler, RSPCA or local authority Consider use of PPE such as gauntlets, dog shield, hand held dog scaring device Individual Officer
of other agencies / organisations - Exposure to unknown hazards information or failure to wear appropriate P.P.E. Brief site safety induction to be given to officers Cognisance to be taken of all hazard warning signs unless exceptional circumstances prevail Appropriate PPE to be worn as necessary 27 Hazards arising from lone working Definition of Lone Working - “An individual working on their own in a potentially vulnerable / at- risk location where there is likely to be an absence of immediate aid. It is required by the job, and authorised by the line manager”. Injury to Officer due to being overpowered by numerous assailants. H Supervisor to consider dual patrols/double-crewing subject to information/intelligence • 5Provisions and correct use of communications equipment (as above at 1f) and access to back up if/when required. Correct use of radio procedure, ‘time out’ and updating control room • Provision of training and PPE • Officers to carry out dynamic risk assessment in accordance with officer safety training, terminate isolation if circumstances demand and report upon return to police station • The onus for advising that an individual is to lone work lies with the individual, who should advise their line manager • Upon notification, the line manager will: Assess personal suitability for lone working, taking into account experience, trust and health matters ii) If personal suitability is OK, provide a Supervisory Officer
from work at height including falls, falling objects etc. from working at height – pursuit, surveillance, negotiator etc possible. Where this is unavoidable proceed with extreme caution taking note of any warning signs (do not proceed if signed fragile roof) beware of roof openings (i.e. sky-lights etc.) and make appropriate use of edge protection provided Consider use of specialist assistance as appropriate such as rope entry team, firearms abseil trained personnel etc. Provision and correct use of head protection where there is potential for falling objects from overhead structures Officer 30 Hazards arising from work in a confined space Such areas can include: - sewers, culverts, industrial chemical tanks, basements and even grain silos found farms. Some confined spaces may also be subject to additional hazards in the event of adverse weather Injury to Officers by failing to follow Force guidelines regarding working in confined spaces M/H Definition: “A workplace where there is the potential for dangerous fumes or lack of oxygen, which is not effectively controlled by natural or mechanical ventilation; difficult access and egress may also be a significant risk’ Advice and assistance should be sought from the Specialist Search and Rescue Team There is no expectation on any officer to enter a confined space and this is considered a ‘high risk’ activity Risk assessment and permit to work Individual Officer
39 Chemical or Detergent Suicide Incidents. Risk of injuries and / or ill health caused by inadequate and / or inappropriate arrangements to minimise the hazards associated with exposure to harmful chemicals M/H Refer to permanent operational order. Contact FCC and confirm suspicion of detergent suicide Undertake dynamic risk assessment Do not enter if suspicious odour (rotten eggs or similar) Confirm warning notices displayed to responders Confirm sealing tape around windows, doors, vents In vehicles check for hose pipe and open containers Confirm safe RVP – up wind – SAD CHALET Ensure no persons enter building or vehicles Evacuate the vicinity and create suitable safety cordon Supervisory and Individual Officer Signature of assessor: Name and rank: Date: Signature of head of division/department: Name and Rank: ACC Richard Lewis Date: 20th May 2015 Signature of force health and safety advisor: Name: Date: