BSBWHS605 Develop, implement and maintain WHS management systems

BSBWHS605 Develop, implement and maintain WHS management systems

Presentation 1

Purpose of this presentation At the end of this session, you should know how to:

 determine the form, content, purposes and functions of a WHSMS appropriate to the organisation and its WHS risks

 consult effectively with individuals and parties about the form, content, purposes and functions of a WHSMS and its implementation

 facilitate agreement of individuals and parties to implementing a WHSMS.

What is a WHSMS? Standards Australia defines a WHSMS as:

That part of the overall management system which includes organisational structure, planning activities, responsibilities, practices, procedures, processes and resources for developing, implementing, achieving, reviewing, and maintaining the OHS policy, and so managing the risks of the organisation.

Organisational needs and motivations External motivators Internal motivators

 legal obligations

 securing compliance to secure contracts

 maintaining a positive reputation

 minimising risk of fines or legal sanction.

 industrial relations

 illness and injury prevention

 absenteeism and presenteeism

 financial impacts

 professional ethics.

Principles The principles of WHS management systems are:

• Culture, compliance, accountability, consultation, capacity

1. WHS policy and commitment

• Hazard identification and control, contingency planning, setting targets and performance indicators 2. Planning

• Resourcing, integration with other management systems work schedules, assigning responsibilities, training, documentation and reporting

3. Implementation

• Safety monitoring and auditing, reporting breeches 4. Measurement and evaluation

• Management reporting, continuous improvement 5. Review and improvement

Build support for the WHSMS To effectively implement and maintain the WHS management system you will need to:

 communicate benefits

 consult regularly to involve as many people as possible.

The next steps You should now:

 complete the self-paced activities in Section 1 of your Student Workbook

 read Section 2 of your Student Workbook before the next session.