All Contractors must agree to abide by the terms and conditions listed below when carrying out work for the University of Kent.
Contractors must
- accept responsibility for carrying out the work specified and not undertake any other work
- wear contractor ID passes at all times and retain possession of any Permits to Work issued
- declare work will be completed and the work area will be left in a clean and tidy condition
- abide by the University's Traffic Regulations if using or parking a vehicle on campus (a copy of these regulations can be provided on request, vehicle permits are issued in accordance with these regulations, failure to comply may result in a Parking Charge Notice being issued)
- agree to return any Permits To Work issued and sign off campus before leaving site.
Conditions
In addition, contractors must comply with the following conditions.
- All relevant Health and Safety law and company Health and Safety rules must be adhered to.
- Copies of Method Statements and Risk Assessments must be provided on request.
- All persons under your control shall be competent to undertake their works safely.
- A Safe System of Work shall be agreed with your contact before any work commences and may not be changed without prior permission.
- Contractors are responsible for making sure that all persons under their control know the premises and the location of the appropriate type of portable fire appliance nearest to their work area.
- The normal means of escape must not be obstructed without prior permission from your contact, who will make temporary alternative arrangements.
- Faulty tools and equipment must not be brought onto site.
- Suitable personal protective equipment shall be worn when necessary and must be properly maintained.
- 110V CTE electrical tools are preferred. If 240V tools are used, they must be double-insulated and RCD-protected. All extension leads must be properly terminated with the appropriate plugs/ sockets and be otherwise unjointed.
- All portable and transportable electrical equipment, pressure systems and climbing safety equipment shall be within their current safety certification period.
- Contractors must check the University's Asbestos Register prior to commencement of any works.
Regulations
Health and safety
All visitors are subject to the Health and Safety at Work Act and other statutory provisions. Any injury or near miss should be reported to your contact or Campus Security.
Smoking
No smoking is permitted inside a building or within 5 metres of any building.
Vehicles
University Regulations apply. Refer to the Permit to Park and the terms and conditions you have agreed to for details of where you can park.
Fire and emergency
If the fire alarm sounds, leave by the nearest exit and go to the assembly point (as advertised on the fire notices).
IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY DIAL (01227) (82) 3333.