Health and Safety
Policy Statement
It is the policy of the Council of Goldsmiths, University of London to provide and maintain, as far as is reasonably practicable, a working environment that is safe and without risks to health.
The aims of this policy are:
- The elimination of hazards and reduction of risks to prevent harm to College staff, students and others affected by College operations.
- Compliance with relevant legislation and with good practice in the higher education sector.
- Support for the College mission and strategic aims.
- Integration of health and safety with other management planning, strategies and responsibilities.
This policy applies to all employees, students, premises and activities under the control of the College, including staff and students travelling off-campus in the UK or overseas on College business.
This policy will be reviewed annually by the College Health and Safety Committee, which will submit a report with recommendations to Council.
Policy approved by Council on 22 March 2007.