Safety First.
Zero Harm.

I will only undertake work if I am trained or deemed competent to complete the task and have a valid permit, if required.

I will only attend my workplace when I am wearing appropriate PPE, I am fit for work and able to perform my work.

If I see a risk, I have the authority to stop the work, speak up and help fix it.

I will always seek to eliminate manual handling by assessing the load and use lifting aids. I will always use the correct lifting techniques.

I will stop and think before starting any unfamiliar task including changes to my environment and assess the risk.

I will always adhere to all road rules, manage my own fatigue and ensure my vehicle is safe to drive.

I will follow load/ unload procedures and use physical barriers to keep equipment segregated from people.

I will verify load dimensions, weight, ensure suitability of the transport vehicle and apply appropriate load restraints.

I will always apply lockout/ tag out, release stored energy and verify isolation before working on any plant or equipment.

I will always work at height with appropriate fall protection or fall prevention in place.

Every Coates Hire machine carries a printed service sticker detailing the machine's service program, when and where the machine was serviced and who it was serviced by.

We also produce a range of logbooks to enable operators to “safety check” the equipment before use, as well as record any faults that might have been found.

For small plant, we supply Operating and Safety Instruction sheets at Branch level to advise the customer how to operate the equipment safely.