5 Essential Health & Safety Documents Every Small Business Needs

Running a business means wearing many hats — and health & safety is one of the most important. Whether you’re a sole trader, small contractor, or growing business, these five documents should be part of your compliance toolkit:

1. Health & Safety Policy

   Sets out your company’s commitment to health and safety and explains how you’ll manage risks.

2. Risk Assessments

   Identify hazards in your work environment and outline how to control them. Essential for legal compliance under UK law.

3. Method Statements (RAMS)

   Detail step-by-step how specific tasks will be carried out safely.

4. Accident & Incident Log

   Keeps records of any workplace accidents, which is crucial for demonstrating compliance and learning from near misses.

5. Site Induction Checklist

   Helps ensure new workers understand site rules, hazards, and safety expectations.

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