Health and Safety

Policy Statement

The Board of Directors has appointed Mr. P. J. Wheelhouse to oversee the Boards Health and Safety responsibilities.

In pursuit of this policy the Company recognises its statutory obligations in regard to the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and to such other statutes or regulations as may be relevant to the work in hand.

It is the Company's policy not only to comply with statutory health and safety related matters, but also to act positively to prevent injury, ill health, damage and loss arising from its operations. The promotion of the health and safety of employees at work and all persons affected by the work is an essential part of the duties of all Directors, Managers and Supervisors and is recognised to have equal importance with other aspects of the business. The Company also recognises that good health and safety is integral to good business performance and is therefore committed to continual improvement.

The Company encourages employee participation in and contribution to the establishment and implementation of safe working practices. Neglect of health and safety requirements within the Company will be regarded as seriously as any other disciplinary matter.

British Drilling and Freezing Company Limited have issued a series of Safety Notes dealing with specific areas of risk which are included within this Policy. In addition there is also available on request a Group Safety Management Systems document designed to meet the requirements of HS (G) 65

This health and safety policy is reviewed at intervals not exceeding 12 months or, if necessary at interim dates as requested by the Director or changes in legislation.

The ensuing sections indicate the present organisation and arrangements regarding all Company Health and Safety Policies.

Signed


Mr P J Wheelhouse, Managing Director