MNO2607 Assignment
2 Semester 2 Memo |
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2025
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MNO2607 Assignment 2 Semester 2 Memo |
Due 11 September 2025
Course
Safety Management Systems (MNO2607)
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Book
Measuring Safety Management Performance
1. Read about the hierarchy of safety management controls and answer the
following question: Define what is meant by safety management controls.
(2) List and explain the five levels of the hierarchy of controls, starting with
the most effective. (5) Give one workplace example for each level of
control. (5) Explain why relying solely on PPE is considered the least
effective control measure. (3) 2. Read about the ISO 45001 Occupational
Health and Safety Management System standard and answer the following
questions: Define ISO 45001 and explain its main purpose. (2) List at
least five key benefits of adopting ISO 45001 for an organization. (5)
Explain how ISO 45001 contributes to reducing workplace incidents and
improving employee well-being. (4) Discuss how ISO 45001 aligns with
continuous improvement models such as the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA)
cycle. (4)
Question 1: Hierarchy of Safety Management Controls
Safety management controls are measures implemented in the workplace to eliminate or reduce
risks and hazards that could cause injury, illness, or harm to employees. They form a systematic
approach to making the work environment safer.
The Five Levels of the Hierarchy of Controls
The hierarchy of controls is a framework for managing risk, prioritizing control measures from
the most effective to the least effective.
1. Elimination: This is the most effective method, as it involves physically removing the
hazard entirely from the workplace.
2. Substitution: This involves replacing the hazardous material or process with a safer
alternative. The hazard is still present but in a less dangerous form.