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The Lead Lads®

Health & Safety

Identifying risk, controlling exposure and minimising harm across every project we undertake.

We place the highest priority on the health, safety and welfare of our operatives, clients, other contractors and the wider public.

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Our Approach

Identify. Control. Minimise.

By identifying hazards early, reviewing risk carefully and implementing robust controls, we work to ensure our operations remain safe, compliant and well managed at every stage.

Our policies and working practices remain under constant review. We assess, refine and improve before, during and after projects so that lessons learned become better working practice.

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Identify

Understanding hazards before work begins

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Control

Clear RAMS, planning and communication on every job

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Minimise

Reducing risk to operatives, clients and the public

Constant Review

All of our working practices and associated policies remain under regular review. By identifying improvements before, during and after projects are carried out, our operations become safer and more effective.

We treat health and safety as an active management process, not a static document.

Project-Specific Planning

For each contract we undertake, suitable method statements and risk assessments are prepared, reviewed and communicated before work begins. Any necessary changes to working practice are discussed and recorded as the project develops.

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Standards, Training & Compliance

Safe delivery depends on competent people, strong procedures and continuous oversight.

  • We place the highest priority on the health and safety of our staff, other contractors, clients and the wider public.
  • Through consultation with specialist health and safety advisors, we work to remain compliant with current health and safety legislation.
  • Our site operatives and managers hold relevant CSCS qualifications and receive ongoing health and safety training.
  • Method statements and risk assessments are prepared for each contract and discussed with operatives before works commence.
  • Where working procedures change, documents are updated and operatives are informed accordingly.
  • We strive to maintain a consistently high standard of health and safety on every project, regardless of size.
  • Safe systems of work are essential not only to compliance, but to quality and continuity on site.
  • Health and safety planning sits alongside programme, detailing and workmanship as a core part of proper delivery.
Access & Site Set-Up

Scaffolding and Safe Access

We work alongside compliant access and scaffolding providers and seek to keep their practices under review where they form part of project delivery.

Safe access is fundamental to roofing and leadwork. Proper sequencing, edge protection, loading considerations and public interface management all play an essential role in how works are planned and executed.

Thinking about health and safety every day helps keep risk under control.

Training, communication and review are essential to safer project delivery.

By constantly reviewing H&S, we strive to minimise avoidable risk.

Practical Problem Solving

Solutions to Problems

Arising from the nature of our work, there are often practical issues that must be overcome safely. We pride ourselves on thinking beyond the obvious when managing health, safety and welfare on site.

That may involve sequencing, temporary works planning, access adjustments, public protection measures or revised working methods — all designed to maintain progress without compromising safety.

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Lead Work | Key H&S Facts

Working at height remains one of the most significant risks in roofing and construction. Assessing hazards properly and planning safe systems of work is therefore essential.

Working at Height

By assessing the risks, taking precautions and providing clear method statements for those who will work at height, hazards can be reduced significantly.

The law requires employers and self-employed contractors to assess the risks associated with working at height. Proper organisation and planning help ensure that the work is carried out safely.

Health & Safety in Roof Work A Guide to H&S in Construction

CDM Regulations

If you are considering construction work on your property, it is important to understand the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 and the duties placed upon clients.

Guidance on CDM Regulations Guidance for Clients Create a Construction Phase Plan

Legal & Contracting Position

Lead Lads® is a registered trademark used under licence.

All works are carried out by Penman Leadwork & Roofing Ltd, trading as Lead Lads® under licence, acting as an independent franchisee.

Penman Leadwork & Roofing Ltd contracts directly with the Customer and retains full responsibility for the execution, management and delivery of the works.

ONCOMMERCE LIMITED acts solely as franchisor and brand owner and is not a party to any contract relating to the works.

Penman Leadwork & Roofing Ltd
Company Number: 17034011
12 Woodside, Wrenthorpe
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
WF2 0LE

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