Insurance and Safety
Insurance and Safety at Kennington Man and Van
Kennington Man and Van is committed to delivering a reliable, insured removal service where safety, care and professionalism are at the centre of everything we do. This page explains how our insurance cover, staff training, personal protective equipment and structured risk assessments work together to protect you, your belongings and our team on every job.
Comprehensive Insurance for Peace of Mind
When you choose an insured removal company, you want clarity about what is covered and how you are protected. Kennington Man and Van maintains comprehensive insurance designed specifically for the moving and transport of household and business goods.
Our cover is in place to protect against unforeseen events during collection, loading, transit and unloading. While our experienced team takes great care with every item, insurance provides an extra layer of reassurance that your move is protected. The aim is to give you confidence that your belongings are being handled by a properly insured, professionally run service rather than a casual or unregulated operator.
Details of our current cover, including limits and conditions, are always available on request before you book. We will explain what is included in our standard terms and highlight any items that may require special handling or additional arrangements, such as unusually high value or fragile goods.
Public Liability Insurance
Public liability insurance is a key part of our protection for customers and the wider public. This insurance is designed to cover certain claims that may arise if damage to property or injury to a third party occurs in connection with our work.
For example, if accidental damage were caused to the building while moving furniture in or out, or if a member of the public were affected by our activities near the property, public liability insurance is there to respond in accordance with the policy terms. By carrying appropriate public liability cover, Kennington Man and Van demonstrates a responsible, professional approach to managing the risks associated with removal work in homes, offices and shared spaces.
Our public liability insurance is kept under regular review to ensure that both the level and scope of cover remain suitable for the type and scale of moves we undertake. Confirmation of cover can be provided upon request.
Trained, Professional Staff
Insurance is only part of the picture. The way we work day to day is just as important in keeping your move safe and incident free. Every member of the Kennington Man and Van team receives structured training before working independently on site.
Our staff training includes safe lifting techniques, correct use of moving equipment, loading and securing items in the vehicle, safe driving practices and careful route planning. We also cover customer care, communication skills and how to work respectfully in homes and workplaces.
New team members shadow experienced staff and receive on the job guidance until they are fully competent. Refresher training is provided to ensure that good habits are maintained and that any updates to procedures or safety guidance are clearly understood by everyone.
Use of Personal Protective Equipment
Personal protective equipment, often described as PPE, plays an important role in keeping our team safe and enabling them to handle your belongings carefully and efficiently. All staff are provided with appropriate PPE for the tasks they carry out.
Typical PPE used by our crews includes safety footwear with protective toe caps, gloves suitable for handling furniture and boxes, and high visibility garments where work is carried out near traffic or in low light conditions. Additional protective gear may be used where a particular risk is identified at a property, such as slippery outdoor steps or uneven surfaces.
By using suitable PPE and keeping it in good condition, our team can work more securely and with better control, which directly reduces the likelihood of accidents, dropped items or damage to property.
Structured Risk Assessment for Every Move
Kennington Man and Van uses a clear risk assessment process for each job, whether it is a local flat move or a larger home or office relocation. The goal is to identify potential hazards in advance and plan around them so that your move runs smoothly from start to finish.
Before the move day, we gather key information about access, parking, stairs, lifts, large or awkward items and any time restrictions. On arrival, the team leader carries out a visual assessment of the property and surrounding area, noting factors such as narrow corridors, tight staircases, low ceilings, delicate fixtures, or shared access ways.
Where a risk is identified, steps are taken to reduce it. This might include using additional staff for heavy items, protecting floors and bannisters, moving vehicles to a safer loading position, or adjusting the order in which items are moved. If needed, the team will pause work briefly to reassess and agree the safest method before proceeding.
By following this structured approach, we keep our team safe, protect your property and belongings, and reduce avoidable delays or disruptions.
Our Commitment to Safe, Insured Moves
Choosing Kennington Man and Van means choosing an insured removal company that takes safety, training and professional standards seriously. Our combination of comprehensive insurance, public liability cover, trained staff, appropriate PPE and structured risk assessment is designed to give you confidence from the first enquiry to the final item being placed in your new space.
If you have specific concerns about insurance, access, specialist items or any other safety related questions, we will be happy to discuss them in detail when you make your booking. Our focus is on honest advice, careful planning and responsible working practices so that you can look forward to a smooth, secure and well managed move.
