A health and safety system or programme generally includes the following elements:
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Important aspects |
SHE policy statement
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Individual responsibilities (Appointment letters - set scope of work) |
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Health and safety representatives and committees |
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Risk assessment |
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Safe work procedures |
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Employee orientation |
Safety awareness should include:
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Training |
Training programmes should be established and maintained to address:
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Workplace inspections |
Regular inspections by:
Inspect the workplace to identify hazards related to:
Inspection lists – useful tools |
Certifications |
By Approved Inspection Authority:
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Medicals (pre-medicals, baseline, periodic and exit medicals)
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Where prescribed by a regulation: Noise; heat; dust; chemical exposure; asbestos; lead etc |
Reporting, recording and investigating accidents |
Reporting to PD:
Recording and investigations:
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Emergency procedures |
Fire precautions and procedures are adequate:
Other emergencies, similar procedures to those for accidents and fire are required for emergencies, to cover such events as:
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First aid |
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Safety culture |
Situational aspects:
Behavioural aspects:
The psychological component:
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Contractor management |
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Other elements |
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Health and safety audits
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