Post by Renrag on Dec 24, 2014 14:12:10 GMT
Just a few reminders regarding Health & Safety over the Christmas period -
All employees planning to dash through the snow in a one horse open sleigh, going over the fields and laughing all the way are advised that a thorough Risk Assessment will be required addressing the safety of an open sleigh for both passengers and members of the public. This assessment must also consider whether it is appropriate to use only one horse for such a venture, Robust contingency plans must be made for completion of the dash in the event of injury to the horse. Please note that permission must also be obtained in writing from land owners before entering their fields. To avoid offending those who are not participating in celebrations, we would request that the laughter is moderate only and not so loud as to be considered a nuisance.
Benches, stools and orthopaedic chairs are now available for collection by any shepherds planning or required to watch their flocks at night. Provision has also been made for remote monitoring of flocks by CCTV cameras from a centrally heated observation hut. Users of this facility must make themselves fully familiar with the emergency evacuation plan in advance.
Any Angels of the Lord are additionally reminded that, prior to shining glory all around, they must confirm that all shepherds present are wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment to combat harmful effects of UVA, UVB and the possibility of overwhelming effects of Glory.
Following last year's well-publicised case, everyone is advised that Equal Opportunities legislation prohibits any comment with regard to the redness of any part of Mr R Reindeer. Further to this, exclusion of Mr Reindeer from any reindeer games will be considered discriminatory and disciplinary action will be taken against those found guilty of this offence.
While it is acknowledged that gift bearing is common practice at this time of year, everyone is reminded that this practice is subject to the Gifts and Hospitality policy and all gifts must be registered. It is particularly noted that gifts of gold are specifically precluded while caution is advised regarding gifts of aromatic resins that may evoke
allergic reactions.
Finally, in the recent instance of a baby found in a manger without any crib for a bed, Social Services have been advised and will be arriving later today.Any court hearing will be held in secret by a Judge in the the Family Court.
Merry Christmas, Saturnalia and Yule to all!
All employees planning to dash through the snow in a one horse open sleigh, going over the fields and laughing all the way are advised that a thorough Risk Assessment will be required addressing the safety of an open sleigh for both passengers and members of the public. This assessment must also consider whether it is appropriate to use only one horse for such a venture, Robust contingency plans must be made for completion of the dash in the event of injury to the horse. Please note that permission must also be obtained in writing from land owners before entering their fields. To avoid offending those who are not participating in celebrations, we would request that the laughter is moderate only and not so loud as to be considered a nuisance.
Benches, stools and orthopaedic chairs are now available for collection by any shepherds planning or required to watch their flocks at night. Provision has also been made for remote monitoring of flocks by CCTV cameras from a centrally heated observation hut. Users of this facility must make themselves fully familiar with the emergency evacuation plan in advance.
Any Angels of the Lord are additionally reminded that, prior to shining glory all around, they must confirm that all shepherds present are wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment to combat harmful effects of UVA, UVB and the possibility of overwhelming effects of Glory.
Following last year's well-publicised case, everyone is advised that Equal Opportunities legislation prohibits any comment with regard to the redness of any part of Mr R Reindeer. Further to this, exclusion of Mr Reindeer from any reindeer games will be considered discriminatory and disciplinary action will be taken against those found guilty of this offence.
While it is acknowledged that gift bearing is common practice at this time of year, everyone is reminded that this practice is subject to the Gifts and Hospitality policy and all gifts must be registered. It is particularly noted that gifts of gold are specifically precluded while caution is advised regarding gifts of aromatic resins that may evoke
allergic reactions.
Finally, in the recent instance of a baby found in a manger without any crib for a bed, Social Services have been advised and will be arriving later today.Any court hearing will be held in secret by a Judge in the the Family Court.
Merry Christmas, Saturnalia and Yule to all!