Zero Code
Our Zero Code is our simple work code that highlights the key actions we must all take to protect ourselves and others from harm. Its aim is to focus attention on encouraging and developing correct and safe behaviours, and it applies to everyone who works for and with Amey.
How do I engage and brief my teams?
Below is a list of tools that will help you to understand and communicate Zero Code to your teams.
- Zero Code Video; an introductory video that explains Zero Code and why we need it
- Zero Code VFL Form: a new template to assist in completing VFLs
- Zero Code Stop-Start Exercise; this will help you and your team identify what you need to focus on or do differently
- Zero Code Branding Guidelines; a useful document to help with branding
- Zero Code Catalogue; a list of all the collateral that can be ordered, and information on how to do so
- Zero Code PowerPoint; a useful Zero Code summary
- Zero Code Posters; a link to all the Zero Code posters (for individual posters, see link to the side)
What's a ShoutOut?
Everyone has a right to work in safe and healthy conditions and all employees should feel empowered to Shout Out! and speak up if something isn’t right or conditions are not acceptable or unsafe.
We want to hear examples of employees Shouting Out! Please contact your HSEQ team or share on Yammer using the topics #zerocode #shoutout
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Zero Code
The four principles
Ready to go
- I will attend work, drive vehicles and operate equipment knowing that I am fit and well
- I will always make sure risks have been assessed and that I understand them
- I am clear on what my role is and the value I add to my team
Kitted out
- I will only use the tools and equipment provided and approved for the task
- I will only carry out tasks that I am trained and competent to do
- I will always wear the appropriate personal protective equipment for the job
Stick to the plan
- I will make sure I know and understand the plan
- I will always check that I am following processes and safe systems of work
- If things change I will re-assess and only start work again when it is safe to do so
Stay alert
- I will always make sure I am in the safest working position
- I will remain alert to what is happening around me and react accordingly to stay safe
- I will ‘Shout Out!’ if anything is unacceptable, to keep myself and others around me safe