Health & Safety
​Overview:
Birmingham Jewish Housing Association (BJHA) is committed to ensuring the health, safety, and wellbeing of its tenants, staff, contractors, and visitors across all properties.
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Key Commitments:
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Provide safe, healthy working and living environments.
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Comply with relevant health and safety legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and related regulations.
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Conduct regular risk assessments to identify and manage potential hazards.
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Appoint a dedicated Health and Safety Manager (Scheme Manager).
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Responsibilities:
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BJHA: Ensure safe practices, provide training and PPE, maintain equipment, and monitor compliance.
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Employees: Follow safety procedures, report hazards, and cooperate with policies.
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Contractors: Must comply with safety regulations and provide proof of liability insurance.
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Risk Management:
BJHA carries out risk assessments, regularly reviews them, and ensures all new or changing risks are addressed.
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Areas covered include electrical and gas safety, fire precautions, hazardous substances, lone working, and more.
Training & Supervision:
All staff receive health and safety training during induction and as required by their roles. Support plans guide training needs.
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Fire, Electrical & Gas Safety:
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Fire alarms, emergency lighting, and extinguishers are inspected regularly.
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Fixed electrical installations are checked every 5 years; portable appliances annually.
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Annual gas safety checks are conducted by certified engineers.
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Specialist Regulations:
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Legionella: Annual risk assessments and water temperature checks every six months.
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LOLER: Lifting equipment is inspected regularly by qualified personnel.
Governance:
The management board oversees health and safety compliance, reviews policies annually, and promotes a safety-first culture.
Statement of Intent:
BJHA is dedicated to preventing accidents and health risks by identifying hazards, enforcing safe practices, and fostering a culture of safety throughout the organization.