At AL23 Safety, we are committed to providing comprehensive health and safety management systems tailored to meet the unique needs of your organisation. Our goal is to help you establish a robust framework for managing health and safety, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Health and Safety Management Reviews
Health and Safety Strategic Management Systems
Our Health and Safety Strategic Management Systems service provides a robust framework for managing health and safety in your organisation. We help you develop and implement effective policies, procedures, and management systems that ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement.
If you are looking for one document to provide you with information on your current level of health and safety performance and compliance, our health and safety management review is the solution. It delivers a high-level, strategic report across key compliance elements, tailored to your organisational needs. This review includes a detailed action plan outlining areas for improvement, ensuring you are well-equipped to enhance your health and safety performance.
The review process includes a site visit, documentation review, and information gathering from discussions with key stakeholders. It will:
- Determine your policy/Plan for implementation
- Profile risks/Organise for health and safety/Implement your plan
- Measure performance (monitor before events, investigate after events)
- Review performance/Act on lessons learned
The risk assessment section of the review includes comments on the compliance levels for a tailored range of processes relevant to your organisation, including:
- Fire safety
- Accidents
- Manual handling
- Contractor safety
- Office equipment and facilities
- Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
- Personal protective equipment
- Display Screen Equipment (DSE)
- Premises and housekeeping
- First Aid
- Disability access to the premises
- General risk assessments/other hazards not listed
- Driving at work
- Electrical safety
- Water systems (Legionella)
- Lifting Equipment
- New and expectant mothers
- Noise
- Stress
- Asbestos
- Work at height
- Pressure systems
- Young persons
What Is a Health and Safety Management System?
A health and safety management system is a structured framework that helps organisations manage health and safety methodically. This system includes multiple policies and procedures designed to reduce accidents, incidents, illness, and danger to employees. It may also be known as a safety management system and covers various aspects such as risk assessments, hazards in the workplace, accidents and incidents, and safety training.
A Brief History of Health and Safety Management
In 2020/21, an estimated 1.7 million workers in Great Britain suffered from illnesses believed to be caused or worsened by work. While the nature of injuries has evolved over time, stress, depression, and anxiety have seen significant increases. Despite improvements, workplace fatalities remain a critical concern, underscoring the importance of effective health and safety management systems.
Health and Safety Management System Examples
A comprehensive health and safety management system should cover key elements such as risk assessments, workplace hazards, accidents and incidents, and safety training. Standards like ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 9001:2015 provide guidelines for developing robust management systems that ensure workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
Why Is it Important to Have a Safety Management System?
A health and safety management system helps organisations identify and mitigate workplace risks and hazards. It ensures a structured response to incidents, promoting a safer work environment and fostering a positive health and safety culture. Such systems also help manage legal responsibilities, protect employees’ rights, and enhance overall workplace morale and productivity.
Stages of a Health and Safety Management System
A successful health and safety management system involves four key stages:
- Prepare and Plan: Define roles, responsibilities, and emergency response plans.
- Organise or Make Things Happen: Implement the plan, allocate resources, and communicate health and safety information.
- Check Things: Conduct inspections, audits, and investigations to monitor the effectiveness of the health and safety plan.
- Take Action: Update records, make necessary changes, and ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
How Do You Implement a Health and Safety Management System?
Implementing a health and safety management system starts with assessing workplace risks and evaluating the costs and benefits of managing these risks. Organisations must ensure they have the right controls in place, communicate the importance of health and safety, and provide adequate training to employees. A well-implemented system promotes a safe and healthy work environment, enhances employee morale, and supports the organisation’s long-term success.
Benefits of a Health and Safety Management System
- Reduction in Accidents and Ill Health: Proactively manage risks to prevent workplace incidents.
- Increased Productivity: A safer work environment boosts employee morale and productivity.
- Legal Compliance: Meet regulatory requirements and avoid legal penalties.
- Enhanced Reputation: Demonstrate a commitment to employee well-being, attracting quality talent and business partners.
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