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OHSAS 18001
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OHSAS 18001
is a comprehensive
Occupational Health and Safety Management
System specification, designed to enable
organizations to control Health & Safety risks
and improve its performance. The standard is
applicable to any organization that wishes to
take a proactive approach to its
occupational health and safety risks. |
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The benefits of implementing a systematic
and effective OH&S management system include
the following:
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a) Reducing the number of personnel injuries
through prevention and control of workplace
hazards. |
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b) Reducing the risk of major accidents. |
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c) Ensuring a well-qualified and enthusiastic
workforce by fulfillment of the increasing
expectations of your employees. |
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d) Reducing the material loss caused by
accidents and in production interruptions. |
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e) Reducing insurance costs as well as
reducing costs due to absence of employees. |
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f) Serving the possibility for an integrated
management system including quality,
environment and health and safety. |
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g) Ensuring that appropriate legislation is
addressed and acted upon. |
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h) Meeting the increasing importance of OH&S
for public image. |
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The implementation of an Occupational
Health and Safety Management System can help
you to:
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a) Demonstrate legal compliance and reduce the
risk of potential litigation. |
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b) Reduce accidents & downtime. |
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c) Give access to new customers and partners
who require suppliers to meet tender relevant
criteria. |
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d) Reduce costs. |
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OHSAS 18001 has been developed to be
compatible with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
to allow for easy integration. Legislative &
regulatory commitment and continual
improvement are two important aspects of
OHSAS 18001. |
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The elements of OHSAS 18001 include:
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a) Policy and commitment. |
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b) Hazard identification, risk assessment &
risk controls. |
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c) Legal requirements. |
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d) Objectives & Programs. |
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e) Organization & personnel. |
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f) Training, Communication & Consultation. |
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g) Documentation & records. |
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h) Operational Controls. |
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i) Emergency Readiness. |
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j) Measurement & monitoring. |
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k) Accident & incident investigation,
corrective & preventive action. |
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l) Audit & Review. |