Health and Safety Policy

1. Risk Assessment - Etch will conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the workplace. Mitigation measures will be implemented to minimise or eliminate these risks.

2. Training and Awareness - Etch is committed to providing comprehensive health and safety training to all employees. This includes induction training for new hires and ongoing awareness programs to ensure that all personnel are well-informed and equipped to work safely.

3. Emergency Procedures - Etch will establish and communicate clear emergency procedures, including evacuation plans, first aid protocols, and procedures for reporting accidents or incidents promptly.

4. Workstation Ergonomics - Etch recognises the importance of ergonomic workstations to prevent musculoskeletal issues. We will provide guidance on proper desk setups and encourage regular breaks to reduce strain.

5. Health Surveillance - Etch will monitor the health of employees exposed to specific occupational hazards and provide necessary health surveillance to identify and address potential health issues at an early stage.

6. IT and Software Safety - Etch acknowledges the importance of IT and software safety. We will ensure that all systems and software used in the workplace comply with industry standards for security and data protection.

Every employee at Etch has a responsibility for their own health and safety and that of their colleagues. Managers and supervisors will be accountable for ensuring that health and safety policies are communicated, understood, and adhered to within their teams.

Etch encourages employees to report all incidents, accidents, and near misses promptly. This information will be used to investigate and implement corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.

Etch will regularly review its health and safety performance, seeking feedback from employees and stakeholders. This feedback will be used to identify areas for improvement and implement measures to enhance overall safety.

In this policy, the following terms are defined as follows:

Us/We/Etch

Etch Software Limited

Although this Policy explicitly covers the responsibilities of staff, it does not cover the matter exclusively. Other Etch policies, standards, and procedures define additional responsibilities. All users are required to read, understand and comply with other policies, standards, and procedures. If any staff member does not fully understand anything in these documents, they should consult with the persons listed under responsibilities. The aforementioned persons shall resolve any conflicts arising from this policy.