At LHCRT, we’re committed to transparency and trust. Below you’ll find our publicly available policies—designed to support our community, protect our heritage, and guide our work. Please note that these are our public-facing policies; internal procedures and governance documents are held separately.
For a broader view of our goals and direction, you can also explore our strategy page, which outlines our long-term vision and priorities, with links to individual strategies.
Operations and site management
People and inclusion
Operations and site management
Construction Design and Management policy
This policy ensures that Lichfield and Hatherton Canals Restoration Trust (LHCRT) complies with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) and the supporting Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) and guidance.
Environment policy
We want to ensure that our restoration activities protect and enhance the natural environment and the wildlife habitats along the Lichfield and Hatherton Canals corridors.
Health and safety statement of intent
This is our general statement of intent on health and safety at work, including our commitment to managing health and safety.
Health and safety policy
The Trust is committed, in so far as it lies within its powers, to ensure the health, safety and welfare of its volunteers, beneficiaries and the public.
Tree Management policy
We aim to conserve existing tree stock as long as is reasonably practicable with the minimum intervention consistent with our duties to provide public safety and any legal obligations.
People and inclusion
Complaints policy
This policy sets out how LHCRT will deal with complaints about its activities, volunteers and other issues relating to its remit.
Education policy
We will contribute to developing and sustaining an understanding of the national inland waterways system and the key issues associated with the restoration of the Lichfield and Hatherton Canals amongst people of all ages in the wider community.
Equality and diversity and inclusion policy
The Trust is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our volunteer workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
Privacy policy
We are committed to protecting your privacy and security. This policy explains how and why we use your personal data, to ensure you remain informed and in control of your information.
Read more on our Privacy Policy page
Safeguarding policy
We are committed to creating a safe environment in which anyone can feel comfortable and secure whilst engaged in any of the Trust’s activities.