ASSIGNMENT 4 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 26 AUGUST 2025
, The Management of Prevention Through Design
1. When evaluating an SMS, what documentation will you be looking at?
Safety Policy Statement – outlines management’s commitment to safety.
Safety Objectives and Goals – measurable targets to assess performance.
Organisational Roles and Responsibilities – charts, job descriptions,
accountability records.
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Records – incident logs, risk
registers.
Safety Procedures and Work Instructions – standard operating procedures
(SOPs), emergency plans.
Training and Competency Records – induction, refresher courses, certification.
Incident/Accident Reports and Investigations – including root cause analyses.
Audit Reports and Inspections – internal/external audits, corrective action
tracking.
Safety Communication Records – toolbox talks, safety meetings, notices.
Continuous Improvement Plans – review records, corrective/preventive action
plans.
2. Argue the purpose of an effective safety management programme.
Legal Compliance – ensures adherence to occupational health and safety
regulations.