The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) have recently published guidance on how to manage the delivery of Health and Safety in the workplace.
visible and active commitment from the top. If the workforce don’t see the bosses committed to a policy then complacency sets in.
downward communication in an effective way
when making business decisions think of Health and Safety management and integrate it. So when buying new equipment keep your Health and Safety requirements in mind
engage the workforce in decisions
upward communications in an effective way
training
risk management. HSE make the point that business do not need to waste time on trivia and unnecessary paperwork.
take advice
monitor, report, review
With the issues of Corporate Manslaughter on Proprietors and Directors minds the guidance is very useful to motivate business bosses in the Health and Safety field.
The key message for the delivery of Health and Safety is a 4-step process.
1. Plan
2. Deliver
3. Monitor
4. Review
It is the classic recipe for any system of precautions/due diligence whether in this sector or any other trading standards field.
As a leader HSE see the following principles
From the top:
At worker level:
Assess/Review:
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