Definition

Safety Management System

A safety management system is a system designed to ensure that health and safety issues are addressed in a systematic and integrated way. It is a set of planned actions, policies and procedures that forms the framework for managing health and safety in the workplace. The safety management system should ensure that workers are competent in:

identifying hazards;
assessing risks; and
implementing relevant controls to eliminate the risk of injury.

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How to comply with your primary duty

To comply with your primary duty, you must provide and maintain safe systems of work.
When is first aid required?

It is your duty of care to ensure first aid is provided to ill or injured workers in the workplace.
Improving understanding and effective implementation of safety management systems

An effective safety management system must be easily accessible and useable.
How can technology assist with health and safety?

A software package can be used to develop an effective health and safety management system.
Step-by-Step: How to meet the duty of due diligence

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Health and safety duties of managers

Managers have the same health and safety duties as workers but with an increased level of responsibility.
Health and safety obligations of workers

Under health and safety legislation in all jurisdictions, workers must meet four key health and safety duties.
Benefits of consultation

Consultation not only ensures that you comply with legislation, it also underpins the effectiveness of your safety management system.
Checklist: How to perform a due diligence check

There are a number of things you need to do when performing a due diligence check.