MNO2606 Assignment 3 written assignment_S1_2023_ANSWERS

MNO2606 ASSIGNMENT 3 - WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT


UNIVERSITY ASSESSMENTS




MNO2606

Semester 1 - 2023
Managing Organisational Safety Culture

ASSESSMENT 3

50 Marks



This paper consists of six (6) pages.
Instructions:
1. The aim of this portfolio is to test your knowledge according to the learning outcomes of this
module.
2. You need to answer all the questions.
3. Download the portfolio from myModules and save your answer file as
“MNO2606_S1_Assessment_3_Studentnumber_Surname”
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5. Although we prefer that you type your assignment, you may submit a handwritten assignment
by printing this document, completing it by hand, scanning it, and uploading it onto
myModules. Please write legibly.
6. In-text citations and a list of references are compulsory, even if you use the study guide and
prescribed textbook. Each additional source that you consult should also be referenced.
7. Referencing should be according to the Harvard referencing method. An example of the
Harvard referencing method is included in the Additional Resources on myModules.
8. Do not copy directly from any source (including your study guide) as Unisa’s plagiarism policy
is applicable to this portfolio. Plagiarism will not be allowed and may result in disciplinary
action.
9. Take note of the mark allocation for each question. This will give you an indication of the
number of facts that you should discuss. Make sure that questions and sub-questions are
clearly numbered. You don’t need to copy the exam questions. Complete the declaration and
start your portfolio by numbering each question.




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10. The assessment will not be returned to you and the assignments department will inform you
of your results.
11. Please ensure that you submit a declaration.
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protected or infected with a virus.
Files that markers cannot open, including image uploaded files, will be awarded a zero.
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NO POSTAL OR E-MAILED SUBMISSIONS OF THIS ASSESSMENT ARE ALLOWED.
15. You are welcome to e-mail your lecturer should you require assistance with this portfolio. You
can reach Ms Sandra Last at .


Completing your portfolio:


STEP 1: Download and save the template file
Save your answer file as:
“MNO2606_S1_Assessment_3_Studentnumber_Surname”


STEP 2: Complete the declaration of assessment
Complete the declaration by entering your personal information and save these changes.


STEP 3: Complete all the sections of the portfolio
The portfolio consists of the following sections that you have to complete:
 declaration of own work (copy/retype/rewrite and complete)
 portfolio question/s (answer and complete)
 list of references (referencing of all sources consulted)
 self-assessment checklist (copy/retype/rewrite and complete)
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Complete the checklist at the end of the portfolio before you convert the document to a PDF and
submit your portfolio.


STEP 5: Submit your portfolio
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Ensure that you keep a copy of the document that you have submitted AND your proof of
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Good luck with the assessment.


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SECTION A: DECLARATION
Note that your portfolio will not be marked if this declaration has not been completed
and attached to it. Please note that ONLY one file can be uploaded.


Declaration of own work


I hereby declare that the material that I submit for assessment is entirely my own work
and has not been taken from the work of others. Work taken from other sources has
been duly referenced.




Module code: ______________________________________


Full name and surname: ______________________________________


Student number: ______________________________________


Signature: ______________________________________
(electronic or handwritten signature / initial(s) and
surname)


Cellphone number: ______________________________________




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Table of Contents


1.1 Why is it important for Sasol to have a vision and mission? Discuss. ............................. 6
1.2 As the safety professional at Sasol you have been tasked with developing safety
values in line with Sasol’s mission statement. Develop six safety values that Sasol can add
to its strategic policy and mission statement. .................................................................................. 7
1.3 Make use of the structural elements of the Mintzberg model and indicate who the
primary stakeholders are in Sasol. .................................................................................................... 8
2.1 Safety cannot stand on its own thus Sasol needs strong leadership from cross-
functional teams. Discuss what cross-functional teams are and state who will form part of
cross-functional teams. Also, list five (5) leadership characteristics that Sasol can
incorporate. ......................................................................................................................................... 10
2.2 The control of safety risk takes place hierarchically that consists of several steps.
Briefly discuss each of these steps. ................................................................................................ 11




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