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To view our Loss Prevention Standard that supports this checklist, please view the following link: https://static.aviva.io/content/dam/document-library/risk-solutions/aviva_snow_and_ice_clearance_lps.pdf
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Has a responsible person been appointed for managing the process of snow and ice clearance?
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Have you produced a formal written plan (including a specific risk assessment) of what is to be cleared and when, and is this documentation regularly reviewed?
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Has this been communicated to all relevant individuals? Providing a site plan coloured to show priority can be helpful.
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Does the snow and ice clearance assessment include both those who carry out the clearance as well as those individuals who may fall if snow and ice isn't cleared?
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Does your formal written plan include arrangements for checking the weather in advance, so that individuals can be on stand-by if clearance is required?
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Have all individuals been made aware of the areas that will be kept clear and those which won't? Ensure that any warnings are provided to employees and visitors.
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Have you decided how the designated areas are to be cleared and what materials and equipment will be required?
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Have those individuals responsible for the clearance of snow and ice been provided with appropriate training, overclothing, gloves, footwear and equipment?
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If you provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) specifically for protection against adverse weather, are procedures in place to ensure it remains fir for purpose
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Have you got sufficient stock of appropriate materials/equipment prior to the start of the cold season?
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Are there arrangements for checking supplies and maintaining equipment throughout the cold period?
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If using contractors to undertake snow and ice clearance, have they been through a suitable evaluation process, including checks on their insurance?
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Do you ask contractors to provide copies of their own risk assessments and methods statemets?
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Do you communicate to staff the need to wear suitable clothing and footwear during periods of cold weather
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Do you check the snow and ice clearance plan during the cold period to ensure it is effectively clearing the areas of highest risk?
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Do you retain records of what clearance has been carried out, when it was carried out, and by whom?
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If there are any slip or fall incidents during cold periods, do you ensure that you follow your normal accident/incident reporting procedures, including retaining relevant CCTV images?
