TalaStar Digital Ltd is committed to ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of all persons working for or on behalf of the company, and any persons who may be affected by our activities. This policy is published voluntarily as part of our commitment to responsible governance from day one.
Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 | Effective: 10 April 2026 | Version 1.0
TalaStar Digital Ltd (Company No. 17060305) is an early-stage technology company currently operated solely by its founder. The company operates as a remote-first, digital-first business with no permanent physical office premises. While the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 applies to all employers, TalaStar publishes this policy voluntarily before reaching the statutory threshold of five employees that triggers a written policy requirement under Section 2(3).
This policy is proportionate to our current size and activities. As TalaStar grows, hires employees, and potentially operates from physical premises, this policy will be expanded with additional procedures, training programmes, appointed competent persons, and formal risk assessments. We believe that building a safety culture starts before it is legally required.
The HSWA 1974 is the primary piece of UK legislation covering occupational health and safety. It places duties on employers, employees, and self-employed persons to ensure health, safety, and welfare at work.
Every employer shall ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety, and welfare at work of all employees. This includes safe systems of work, a safe working environment, adequate training, and information.
Every employer shall conduct their undertaking in such a way as to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that persons not in their employment who may be affected are not exposed to risks to their health or safety.
Every employee shall take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work, and cooperate with the employer.
Every employer with five or more employees must prepare and revise a written statement of their general policy on health and safety, and bring it to the attention of all employees. TalaStar publishes this voluntarily before reaching this threshold.
TalaStar Digital Ltd is committed to:
Providing and maintaining a safe and healthy working environment for all persons working for or on behalf of the company, whether remotely or at any physical location.
Preventing accidents, injuries, and work-related ill health through proactive risk assessment and management proportionate to our activities.
Ensuring that health and safety considerations are integrated into all business decisions, including the design and deployment of technology products.
Providing adequate information, instruction, training, and supervision to enable all persons to contribute positively to their own health and safety at work.
Consulting with workers on matters affecting their health and safety, and encouraging active participation in maintaining safe working practices.
Reviewing this policy annually, or sooner if there are significant changes to our activities, workforce, or working arrangements.
Complying with all applicable health and safety legislation, and where reasonably practicable, exceeding minimum legal requirements.
Signed: Kristal Jane Apurado — Founder & Sole Director, TalaStar Digital Ltd
Date: 10 April 2026 | Review date: 10 April 2027
Each area below is governed by specific UK regulations. Our commitments are proportionate to our current size and activities, and will be expanded as the company grows.
Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992
All persons working for or on behalf of TalaStar Digital who habitually use display screen equipment as a significant part of their normal work are classified as DSE users. TalaStar commits to providing guidance on workstation setup, regular breaks, and eye care. As a remote-first company, we provide a DSE self-assessment checklist and encourage ergonomic workspace configuration.
Our Commitments
DSE self-assessment checklist provided to all workers
Guidance on ergonomic workspace setup for remote workers
Encouragement of regular breaks (at least 5 minutes every hour of continuous DSE use)
Eye test contribution for habitual DSE users (when employees are hired)
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
TalaStar Digital recognises that mental health is as important as physical health. As a technology company operating in high-pressure innovation and research environments, we are committed to creating a culture where mental health is openly discussed, supported, and never stigmatised. This includes managing workload expectations, providing access to support resources, and maintaining a zero-tolerance policy on bullying or harassment.
Our Commitments
Open-door policy for discussing mental health concerns
Reasonable workload expectations with clear boundaries
Access to mental health resources and support information
Zero tolerance for bullying, harassment, or discrimination
Encouragement of work-life balance, especially in remote settings
Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
While TalaStar Digital operates primarily in digital environments, any physical workspace — including home offices — must maintain basic electrical safety. All electrical equipment used for work purposes should be in good condition, properly maintained, and used in accordance with manufacturer instructions. Portable appliance testing (PAT) applies to any company-owned equipment.
Our Commitments
Guidance on safe use of electrical equipment in home offices
PAT testing for any company-owned portable electrical equipment
Reporting mechanism for faulty or damaged equipment
Replacement or repair of unsafe equipment without delay
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
TalaStar Digital does not currently operate from a permanent physical office. However, should any physical premises be used — including co-working spaces, meeting venues, or event locations — fire safety assessments will be conducted in accordance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. For remote workers, we provide guidance on home fire safety as a duty of care.
Our Commitments
Fire risk assessment for any physical premises used by TalaStar
Home fire safety guidance provided to remote workers
Emergency evacuation procedures for any company events or meetings
Compliance with venue fire safety requirements for all off-site activities
Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981
TalaStar Digital maintains awareness of first aid requirements proportionate to its size and activities. As a sole-founder digital company, the current first aid need is minimal. However, as the company grows and conducts in-person activities, first aid provisions will be scaled accordingly, including appointed first aiders, first aid kits, and emergency contact procedures.
Our Commitments
Emergency contact information maintained and accessible
First aid provisions scaled as the company grows
First aid training for designated persons when employees are hired
Emergency procedures documented for any company events
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
TalaStar Digital conducts risk assessments proportionate to its activities. As a digital-first technology company, the primary risks relate to display screen equipment use, mental health, and lone working. Risk assessments are reviewed annually or when significant changes occur to working practices, equipment, or personnel.
Our Commitments
Annual risk assessment review cycle
Risk assessments for any new activities or significant changes
Documented risk assessment records maintained
Findings communicated to all affected persons
As a remote-first company currently operated by a sole founder, lone working is the primary mode of operation. TalaStar Digital recognises the specific risks associated with lone working, including isolation, delayed emergency response, and mental health impacts. The following measures are in place:
Regular check-in routines to maintain contact and accountability
Emergency contact information readily accessible
Clear guidance on when to stop work if feeling unwell or unsafe
Mental health support resources and encouragement to seek help
As the team grows: buddy systems, regular welfare checks, and formal lone working procedures
Any person working for or on behalf of TalaStar Digital has the right and responsibility to report health and safety concerns without fear of reprisal.
Report any health and safety concern directly to the founder and sole director.
For concerns about health and safety failures that cannot be raised directly.
hse.gov.uk
Health and Safety Executive — the UK's national regulator for workplace health and safety.
Under RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013), certain incidents must be reported to the HSE. TalaStar Digital will comply with all RIDDOR reporting requirements as applicable.
This policy is reviewed at least annually by the founder and sole director, or sooner if there are significant changes to working practices, workforce size, or applicable legislation.
Under Regulation 7 of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, every employer must appoint a competent person. Currently, the founder fulfils this role. As the company grows, a dedicated health and safety advisor will be appointed.
All future employees and contractors will receive health and safety induction training proportionate to their role and the risks they may encounter. Training records will be maintained.
TalaStar Digital is committed to continuous improvement in health and safety performance. Lessons learned from incidents, near-misses, and feedback will be incorporated into updated procedures.
TalaStar Digital Ltd (Company No. 17060305) publishes this Health & Safety Policy voluntarily. The company currently operates below the five-employee threshold that triggers a statutory requirement for a written health and safety policy under Section 2(3) of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. This policy will be expanded as the company grows. For the most current version, visit talastar.digital/health-safety.
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