Charles Landau Dentistry
London United KingdomAn award winning Dental practice committed to clinical excellence and located in Islington, London
Environmental & Social Impact Performance
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Social Responsibility
The practice regularly engages in local community and charity projects.
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A Data Security Policy exists to safeguard patient information.
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Complaints or concerns are dealt with ethically.
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Team Well-Being
All team members are paid at least a living wage.
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No child or forced labour is used (we adhere to the minimum working age defined by ILO Convention no. 138.2).
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All employees have the right to form and join trade unions of their choice (or to choose not to) and the right to bargain collectively.
An employee concerns/complaints process is in place that is accessible to all employees.
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National labour laws or widely adopted minimum standards regarding work hours, overtime compensation, and contract hours have been adopted.
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Employees are paid holiday leave in compliance with widely adopted minimum standards.
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Employees receive sick pay in compliance with widely adopted minimum standards.
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Employees receive maternity/ paternity leave in compliance with widely adopted minimum standards.
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A fully funded defined-benefits pension plan or a defined-contribution pension plan is available to all employees.
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Internal and external sources provide annual education, training and development.
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A Health and safety risk assessment has been completed.
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Policies, practices and protocols that support a safe and healthy workplace are implemented.
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Policies and practices that support mental well-being, including a zero-tolerance policy regarding workplace bullying and harassment, are in place.
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Employees can access break-out rooms and healthy eating options within a reasonable distance.
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There is a strict no-smoking in the workplace policy.
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Inside the Surgery/Operatory
Washer disinfectors are only used when full.
Clinical areas are zoned to simplify the decontamination process and reduce the amount of chemical disinfectant required.
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Refill packs of disinfecting wet wipes are used, so new plastic drums aren't required with each purchase.
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Eco-friendly, efficient reverse osmosis machines are used to generate water free of dissolved salts.
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Environmentally friendly and non-toxic disinfecting products are used.
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Autoclaves are serviced and calibrated per the manufacturer's guidelines to ensure optimal efficiency.
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Amalgam separators are fitted to dental suction units utilised in amalgam fillings removal.
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Dental amalgam, if used, is dispensed from pre-dosed capsules.
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A licensed waste management company collects and manages all dental amalgam waste.
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Clinical software is used instead of paper case-note files.
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Dental Premises
Rainwater is harvested.
Measures are in place to reduce heat loss through the roof.
Double or secondary glazing is present to minimise heat loss through windows.
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All windows and doors provide a tight seal or are draught-proof.
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Sustainable or recycled materials are considered for building upgrades or renovations.
Measures are in place to minimise heat loss through walls (cavity wall insulation, external or internal insulation).
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Energy Use
The boiler is A-rated for efficiency.
Hot water cylinders are sufficiently insulated.
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Raising Awareness
A Sustainability Champion has been appointed.
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The practice's commitment to sustainability is displayed on the practice website, posters, patient information leaflets, etc.
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Sustainability training is incorporated into staff induction and continued team training.
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Sustainability and team input on the environmental impact of the practice is allowed time for discussion during practice meetings.
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Energy consumption and carbon footprint figures are communicated and discussed at team meetings with the aim of reducing future use.
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Information on sustainability is made available in the patient lounge to increase patient awareness.
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During recall appointments, patients are prompted to try sustainable oral healthcare products.
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Greener Practice Plan
Not devised yet