B&Q Guidelines for Homeworkers in Overseas Supply Chains ...

Premises and equipmentHomeworkers should be given all the equipment required to carry out the job in a safe and efficientmanner, and trained on the safe use of that equipment;Before the start of employment, a company representative should visit the premises on which thework is to be carried out, in order to advise the worker on appropriate health and safety measures;Regular checks should be made on workers’ premises to ensure that health and safety of workersand third parties is not being compromised;A procedure must be in place to ensure reporting of accidents; andThe above should be documented as proof of compliance.Linked Policies2013 Kingfisher Code of Conduct for Factory Working Conditions.B&Q Guidelines for Homeworkers in Overseas Supply Chains August 2013