219 Make sure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety

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1 219 Make sure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety QCF Reference Number R/501/0874 Level: 2 Credit Value: 5 Learning outcomes The learner will: 1. Identify the hazards and evaluate the risks in your workplace Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1 Identify which workplace instructions are relevant to their job. 1.2 Identify those working practices in their job which could harm them or others. 1.3 Identify those aspects of their workplace which could harm them or others. 1.4 Check which of the potentially harmful working practices and aspects of their workplace present the highest risks to them and others. 1.5 Deal with hazards in accordance with workplace instructions and legal requirements. 1.6 Correctly name and locate the people responsible for health and safety in their workplace. 1.7 Report to the people responsible for health and safety in their workplace those hazards which present the highest risk. 2. Reduce the risks to health and safety in your workplace 2.1 Carry out your work in accordance with their level of competence, workplace instructions, suppliers or manufacturers instructions and legal requirements. 2.2 Control those health and safety risks within their capability and job responsibilities. 2.3 Pass on suggestions for reducing risks to health and safety to the responsible people. 2.4 Make sure their behaviour does not endanger the health and safety of them or others in their workplace. 2.5 Follow the workplace instructions and suppliers or manufacturers instructions for the safe use of equipment, materials and products. 2.6 Report any differences between workplace instructions and suppliers or manufacturers instructions. 2.7 Make sure that their personal presentation and behaviour at work: Protects the health and safety of them and others Meets any legal responsibilities, and Is in accordance with workplace instructions 2.8 Make sure they follow environmentally-friendly working practices.

2 3. Know and understand how to make sure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety 3.1 Demonstrate they know and understand what hazards and risks are. 3.2 Demonstrate they know and understand their responsibilities and legal duties for health and safety in the workplace. 3.3 Demonstrate they know and understand their responsibilities for health and safety as required by the law covering their job role. 3.4 Demonstrate they know and understand the hazards which exist in their workplace and the safe working practices which they must follow. 3.5 Demonstrate they know and understand the particular health and safety hazards which may be present in their own job and the precautions they must take. 3.6 Demonstrate they know and understand the importance of remaining alert to the presence of hazards in the whole workplace. 3.7 Demonstrate they know and understand the importance of dealing with, or promptly reporting, risks. 3.8 Demonstrate they know and understand the responsibilities for health and safety in their job description. 3.9 Demonstrate they know and understand the safe working practices for their own job Demonstrate they know and understand the responsible people they should report health and safety matters to Demonstrate they know and understand where and when to get additional health and safety assistance Demonstrate they know and understand their scope and responsibility for controlling risks Demonstrate they know and understand workplace instructions for managing risks which they are unable to deal with Demonstrate they know and understand suppliers and manufacturers instructions for the safe use of equipment, materials and products which they must follow Demonstrate they know and understand the importance of personal presentation in maintaining health and safety in their workplace Demonstrate they know and understand the importance of personal behaviour in maintaining the health and safety of them and others Demonstrate they know and understand the risks to the environment which may be present in their workplace and/or in their own job.

3 220 Make sure your own actions in the workplace aim to protect the environment QCF Reference Number J/501/0855 Level: 2 Credit Value: 2 Learning outcomes The learner will: 1. Identify the risks to the environment arising as a result of workplace activities Assessment criteria The learner can: 1. Identify the people in the workplace to whom they should report environmental matters 2. Make sure they are up-to-date on environmentally-friendly working practices which are relevant to their workplace 3. Identify any current working practices in their job role which could cause harm to the environment 4. Identify any materials, products or equipment used in any part of their job role which could cause harm to the environment 5. Report any differences between legal regulations and workplace instructions and the actual use of materials or products hazardous to the environment 6. Promptly report to the people responsible for environmental matters the hazards which present high risks 2. Minimise risks to the environment arising as a result of workplace activities 1. Follow the relevant legal requirements and workplace environmental instructions for their job role 2. Within their capability and the scope of their job responsibilities, control the environmental hazards 3. Promptly report risks to the environment that they are unable to deal with 4. Pass on any suggestions for limiting risks to the environment to the responsible person 5. Follow suppliers, manufacturers and workplace instructions for the safe use and storage of materials, products and equipment 6. Follow the correct instructions for handling materials and products which can be hazardous to the environment 7. Follow the correct instructions for disposing of materials and products which can be hazardous to the environment

4 3. Know and understand how to make sure your own actions aim to protect the environment Demonstrate they know and understand: 1. The legislation relating to environmental matters which affect your workplace 2. Their responsibilities for the environment as defined by any specific legislation covering their job role 3. The particular risks to the environment which may be present in their workplace and/or in their own job role 4. How to use resources and materials effectively and efficiently 5. The importance of remaining alert to the presence of hazards to the environment in the whole work place 6. The importance of dealing with, or promptly reporting, risks to the environment 7. The substances and processes categorised as hazardous to the environment 8. Workplace instructions, precautions and procedures relating to the control of risks to the environment 9. The responsibilities for items (materials/equipment) which can be hazardous to the environment detailed in their job description 10. The responsible people to whom to report environmental matters 11. The specific workplace environmental instructions covering their job role 12. Suppliers, manufacturers and workplace instructions for the use of equipment, materials and products which can be hazardous to the environment 13. Working practices for their own job role 14. Correct handling instructions for materials which can be hazardous to the environment 15. Their responsibility for controlling hazards to the environment 16. Workplace instructions for handling hazards to the environment which they are unable to deal with

5 333 Conduct a health and safety assessment of a workplace QCF Reference Number F/501/0854 Level: 3 Credit Value: 3 Learning outcomes The learner will: 1. Identify hazards in the workplace Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1 clearly define why and where the risk assessment will be carried out 1.2 confirm that all the information available to them on statutory health and safety regulations is up-to-date and from reliable sources 1.3 recognise their own limitations and seek expert advice and guidance on operational controls when appropriate 1.4 select a method for identifying hazards appropriate to the workplace being assessed 1.5 make sure their investigation fully identifies those areas in the workplace where hazards with a potential for serious harm to health and safety are most likely to occur 1.6 identify hazards which could result in serious harm to people at work or other people 1.7 record hazards in a way which meets legal, good practice and workplace requirements 1.8 report the results of the process to the responsible people in an agreed format and timescale

6 2. Assess the workplace and recommend control measures 2.1 review all legal requirements that are appropriate to their workplace and working practices to make sure effective control measures are in place 2.2 confirm that industry standards and all other reasonable precautions are in place 2.3 identify hazards that could be eliminated 2.4 for hazards that cannot be eliminated identify the measures needed to control them to make sure the people carrying out the work will not be harmed 2.5 assess the level of risk and consider how the risks can be controlled to minimise harm 2.6 list unacceptable risks in priority order including all breaches of relevant health and safety legislation and workplace instructions 2.7 prepare a risk assessment report containing recommendations for minimising risks 2.8 present the results of the risk assessment to the responsible people in the agreed format and timescale 3. Review your workplace assessment of risks 3.1 compare the latest risk assessment to the current workplace and working practices 3.2 accurately identify any significant differences between previous and new working practices 3.3 investigate the action taken as a result of their recommendations 3.4 accurately identify new hazards arising from changes in the workplace or working practices 3.5 make changes to their risk assessment in line with the review 3.6 promptly inform everyone affected by the changes

7 4. Know and understand how to conduct an assessment of a workplace Demonstrate they know and understand: 4.1 the responsibilities for risk assessments as required by current legislation 4.2 their legal responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace as required by the current legislation 4.3 their responsibilities for health and safety as defined by any specific legislation covering their job role 4.4 the workplace hazards that are most likely to cause harm to health and safety 4.5 the importance of remaining alert to the presence of hazards in the work place 4.6 methods of identifying hazards, including direct observation, examining records, or interviews 4.7the purpose, legal implications and importance of carrying out risk assessments 4.8 procedures for carrying out a risk assessment 4.9 the particular health and safety risks which may affect their own job role and the precautions to be taken 4.10 the resources required for a risk assessment to take place 4.11 information sources for risk assessments (e.g. HSE publications) 4.12 what to do with the results of the risk assessment 4.13 the importance of dealing with, or promptly reporting, risks 4.14 their own limitations, job responsibilities and capabilities 4.15 where to find expert advice and guidance 4.16 the work areas and people for whom they are carrying out the assessment 4.17 work activities of the people in the workplace where they are carrying out the risk assessment 4.18 effective communication methods

8 334 Monitor procedures to safely control work operations QCF Reference Number A/501/1274 Level: 3 Credit Value: 4 Learning outcomes The learner will: 01 Check that health and safety instructions are followed Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1 Keep up to date with health and safety regulations and workplace instructions, making sure that information is from reliable source 1.2 Conduct their monitoring of workplaces at agreed intervals and in accordance with workplace instructions 1.3 Confirm that worker health and safety competence is up-to-date 1.4 Confirm that the health and safety training needs of other people have been identified and met 1.5 Effectively communicate workplace instructions to other people and obtain feedback from them 1.6 Respond promptly to any breaches of health and safety instructions in a way which meets workplace and legal requirements 1.7 Make recommendations for changes to workplace instructions to the responsible people 1.8 Maintain records relating to health and safety matters that a) comply with legal and workplace requirements, and b) are accessible to those who are authorised to use them

9 02 Make sure that risks are controlled safely and effectively 2.1 Keep accurate and legible records of workplace risks identified or reported to them 2.2 Report the existence of hazards in accordance with workplace health and safety instructions 2.3 Confirm that appropriate precautions to control these risks have been agreed with the people responsible for health and safety 2.4 Confirm that the precautions are in accordance with legal and workplace health and safety instructions 2.5 Check that other people are aware of the risks and know the actions to be taken to minimise them 2.6 Review the operational controls to make sure that workplace hazards are eliminated or controlled 2.7 Report promptly and accurately any conflicts which still exist between workplace and legal requirements to the people responsible for health and safety 03 Know and understand how to monitor procedures to safely control work operations Demonstrate they know and understand: 3.1 The employers' and employees' main legal responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace 3.2 Their responsibilities for health and safety as defined by any specific legislation covering your job role 3.3 The scope of their job, their competency and capabilities 3.4 The work areas and the people for whom they have responsibility 3.5 The difference between a hazard and a risk 3.6 The particular health and safety risks which may be present in their own job role and the precautions to take. 3.7 Why they should remain alert to the presence of hazards in the work place 3.8 Why they should promptly deal with or report hazards and risks in the workplace 3.9 The specific health and safety arrangements covering their job role 3.10 The health and safety instructions at their workplace 3.11 How to keep health and safety records 3.12 Effective communication methods 3.13 Effective methods of monitoring other people s activities and communicating results 3.14 Agreed intervals for monitoring health and safety compliance 3.15 Hazard notices and alerts relevant to their work 3.16 Reliable sources of health and safety information

10 335 Review health and safety procedures in workplaces QCF Reference Number L/501/0856 Level: 3 Credit Value: 3 Learning outcomes The learner will: 01. Prepare to undertake a review of health and safety in a workplace Assessment criteria The learner can: 1. Plan a work schedule for a review of health and safety conditions in accordance with agreed procedures 2. Select methods for the review that are suitable for the workplace to be reviewed 3. Obtain authorisation for the review to take place from the person responsible for the workplace 4. Prioritise their activities in the schedule of work to meet the required timescale 5. Obtain the necessary resources in time for the review to take place 6. Brief other people involved in the review to make sure they understand its purpose and the process to be undertaken 7. agree the documents and information to be used before conducting the review 02. Carry out a review of workplace health and safety implementation 1. make sure they wear appropriate clothing, footwear and protective equipment for the workplace they are reviewing 2. Make sure their review covers working practices in the workplace including any areas likely to need special checking 3. Accurately record any differences between the content of previous records and the current situation 4. Identify health and safety hazards, which could result in serious harm to people in the workplace, from: working practices, and the work area 5. In consultation with the responsible person, list in priority order any non- compliance with health and safety regulations and instructions 6. Make recommendations to control the hazards and agree an action plan for improving health and safety 7. Fully record in accordance with established instructions: the outcomes of the review of health and safety, and the action plan 8. agree with the responsible people a follow-up plan for monitoring the implementation of recommendations and corrective action

11 03. Know and understand how to review health and safety procedures in workplaces Demonstrate they know and understand: 1. the employers' and employees' main legal responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace 2. Their responsibilities for health and safety as defined by any specific legislation covering their job role 3. The structure of the organisation and people responsible for health and safety in the workplace under review 4. Effective procedures for carrying out a review of health and safety in workplaces 5. How to select and use personal protective equipment 6. The industry/occupational area in which they are carrying out the review 7. The particular health and safety risks which may be present in people's job roles 8. The importance of knowing the hazards and the risks which may arise in the work place under review 9. The work areas and the job roles they are planning to review 10. what notice needs to be given before a review takes place 11. Resources required to carry out a review 12. Effective communication techniques 13. Effective interviewing techniques 14. Presentational and communication skills 15. Recording and reporting procedures 16. how to develop post-review follow-up plans and monitoring measures

12 404 Supervise the health, safety and welfare of a learner in the workplace QCF Reference Number M/501/0865 Level: 4 Credit Value: 4 Learning outcomes The learner will: 01. Prepare for and receive a learner in the workplace Assessment criteria The learner can: 1. explain their responsibilities in relation to preparing for and receiving the learner 2. have a clearly defined job role or programme of work activities for the learner 3. have obtained the information available to make an assessment of the suitability of the workplace for the specific learner 4. identify and report to the responsible person all controls needed to make sure the health and safety of the learner in the workplace 5. make sure that required work equipment and any personal protective equipment are available prior to the learner starting work activities, and that the learner understands how to use them 6. make sure that the learner has been provided with suitable initial health, safety and welfare information and training in line with health and safety legislation as well as employer s requirements 7. make sure that the learner can clearly explain and demonstrate understanding of safe working practices prior to commencing work activities 8. brief all other people working with, or affecting, the learner in relation to their responsibilities for the health, safety and welfare of the learner 9. make sure that there is a plan for the effective supervision of the learner including alternative supervision arrangements to cover your absences, and that the plan is recorded

13 02. Supervise, monitor and review the health, safety and welfare of a learner in the workplace 1. explain their responsibilities in relation to supervising, monitoring and reviewing the health, safety and welfare of a learner in the workplace 2. make sure that the learner understands and can describe his/her job role and/or programme of work 3. make sure that the learner knows, understands and follows the required instructions and safe working practices 4. effectively communicate and provide ongoing information, advice and support to the learner in relation to safe working practices and organisational instructions 5. make sure that additional training needs of the learner in relation to health, safety and welfare are identified, recorded and met 6. make sure that information, support and training are provided to the learner and recorded whenever there are changes in the tasks to be performed, organisational instructions, work environments or equipment 7. make sure that the learner s understanding of, and compliance with, health and safety requirements are reviewed on a regular basis and recorded 8. report to the responsible person any concerns regarding the performance of the learner in relation to health and safety 9. liaise with other people to support the learner s training programme and health and safety practices 10. contribute to the reviews of the learner s progress, and make sure that the supervision plan is regularly updated and recorded

14 3. Know and understand how to supervise the health, safety and welfare of a learner in the workplace Demonstrate they know and understand: 1. the work areas and operational activities intended for, and prohibited to, the learner 2. the work areas, operational activities and their responsibilities and those of other people with whom the learner will come into contact 3. the resources for health and safety learning available to them and the learner 4. the safe working practices and any personal protective equipment to be used by the learner 5. What information is necessary and available to assess the suitability of the workplace for the learner. 6. the information about the learner they are supervising which is necessary and available to inform the assessment of the suitability of the workplace 7. any specific learning, physical and communication needs/barriers of the learner they are supervising 8. risk assessments and the implementation of control measures, and in particular those relating to the learner they are supervising 9. the health, safety and welfare training and support available and required during the induction of the learner 10. the employer s instructions and procedures in relation to health, safety and welfare, and in particular those relating to the learner they are supervising 11. their responsibilities in relation to supervising the learner 12. how to assess the learner s understanding of his /her job role 13. how to review the learner s knowledge and understanding in relation to health and safety in the workplace 14. different communication methods available and when it is appropriate for each to be used 15. how to respond to incidents, development needs and achievements of the learner relating to health and safety 16. sources of additional training and support available to the learner 17. the other people involved in the learner s training programme, their roles and responsibilities 18. the workplace instructions and procedures in relation to health, safety and welfare, and in particular those relating to the learner they are supervising

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16 405 Investigate and evaluate incidents and complaints in the workplace QCF Reference Number L/501/1313 Level: 4 Credit Value: 4 Learning outcomes The learner will: 01 Investigate workplace incidents and complaints Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1 investigate and report workplace incidents and complaints in accordance with legal and workplace requirements 1.2 find and prepare the necessary documentation and support materials before the investigation begins 1.3 brief the people involved to make sure they understand the purpose of the investigation and how it will be conducted 1.4 provide opportunities to the people involved to clarify any points about the investigation on which they are unsure 1.5 gather accurate and comprehensive information from the people involved in a supportive and sensitive manner 1.6 check all documentary evidence to identify and review any inconsistencies 1.7 prepare a report containing the details of incidents and complaints in the required format and timescale 1.8 forward the report to people requesting it within the agreed timescale and in accordance with legal regulations and workplace requirements 02 Make recommendations as a result of workplace investigations 2.1 base their recommendations for improving health and safety on an accurate and detailed analysis of all reports, advice and support material collected during the investigation 2.2 develop recommendations which comply with a) current working practices, and b) relevant legislation and workplace health and safety instructions 2.3 develop recommendations for improving health and safety which are workable and include measures for review 2.4 present their recommendations to the appropriate people in an agreed format and timescale 2.5 produce realistic and achievable action plans for implementing your recommendations for change 2.6 make sure their action plans involve a review process to check implementation of the recommendations

17 03 know and understand how to investigate and evaluate incidents and complaints in the workplace Demonstrate they know and understand: 3.1 the employers' and employees' main legal responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace 3.2 their responsibilities for health and safety as defined by any specific legislation covering their job role 3.3 statutory and organisational requirements with regard to the confidentiality of reports 3.4 the work areas and job roles where they are carrying out the investigation 3.5 their capabilities and the scope of their job role in regard to investigations 3.6 effective interviewing techniques 3.7 workplace requirements for conducting investigations and reporting investigations 3.8 what hazards may exist in their workplace 3.9 the importance of dealing with, or promptly reporting, risks 3.10 effective methods of communication particularly in dealing with people at different levels 3.11 analytical techniques 3.12 how to write action plans 3.13 workplace budgets in relation to carrying out an investigation 3.14 effective presentational techniques 3.15 the roles of external regulatory and support organisations

18 406 Promote a healthy and safe culture in the workplace QCF Reference Number L/501/1375 Level: 4 Credit Value: 4 Learning outcomes The learner will: 01 Develop plans to promote a health and safety culture in the workplace Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1 accurately identify where improvements and changes may be necessary using current sources of information available in the workplace 1.2 find out how information on health and safety instructions and regulations is currently communicated within the workplace 1.3 find out the current level of understanding of and support for health and safety instructions and procedures by people at the workplace 1.4 base their improvement plans on your findings 1.5 concisely describe in their plans those resources which are necessary to improve the current health and safety culture 1.6 include suitable performance measures and review dates in their plans 02 Implement plans to promote a health and safety culture in the workplace 2.1 present their plans for promoting a health and safety culture to the appropriate people in a clear and effective manner 2.2 identify those people in the workplace who will require information and advice about the plans to promote a health and safety culture in the workplace 2.3 check that relevant information and advice is provided at an appropriate time, level and pace 2.4 make sure their plans include promoting the advantages and legal necessities of following health and safety procedures 2.5 provide practical opportunities for regular consultation on health and safety issues and ways of encouraging ideas on good practice 2.6 regularly monitor the effectiveness of their plans against agreed performance measures 2.7 identify and review opportunities for further improvements to the health and safety culture in the workplace

19 03 Know and understands how to promote a healthy and safe culture in the workplace Demonstrate they know and understand: 3.1 the employers' and employees' main legal responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace 3.2 their responsibilities for health and safety as defined by any specific legislation covering their job role 3.3 how to interpret workplace health and safety data kept at the workplace on risk assessment, incidents and complaints as an indication of the level of understanding of health and safety within the workplace 3.4 the organisation structure and lines of communication 3.5 workplace instructions for communicating and consulting with colleagues and others in the workplace 3.6 what hazards may exist in their workplace 3.7 the particular health and safety risks which may be present in their own job role 3.8 the particular health and safety risks which may be present in other job roles 3.9 the importance of remaining alert to the presence of hazards in the whole work place 3.10 the importance of dealing with or promptly reporting risks 3.11 the work areas and job roles where they are reviewing the current working practices 3.12 workplace requirements for conducting a review of current working practices 3.13 their own capabilities and the scope of their job role 3.14 the work areas and people who work there 3.15 the information needs of those people in the workplace affected by the plans 3.16 the available information sources on health and safety within the workplace 3.17 the importance of keeping people regularly informed and discussing involvement

20 407 Develop procedures to safely control work operations QCF Reference Number K/501/0847 Level: 4 Credit Value: 4 Learning outcomes The learner will: 1. Develop procedures for maintaining a healthy and safe workplace Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1 set realistic objectives to maintain a healthy and safe workplace for everyone in workplace 1.2 develop health and safety procedures based on risk assessment and consultation which meet legal requirements and are appropriate to: the type of work carried out, and the workplace 1.3 identify individuals to whom people must: report incidents, report health and safety risks, and go to obtain first aid 1.4 check the effectiveness of the workplace health and safety procedures 1.5 specify the arrangements for recording health and safety data to meet legal requirements 1.6 develop plans for health and safety training which are relevant to the needs of their workplace, the people in the workplace, and meet legal requirements 1.7 effectively communicate the health and safety procedures to other people in their workplace in a professional and considerate manner

21 2. Review the effectiveness of health and safety procedures in your workplace 2.1 identify changes in the workplace and legal requirements which affect current workplace health and safety procedures 2.2 provide other people with opportunities to give feedback about current health and safety procedures 2.3 review all relevant health and safety reports and data to identify opportunities to improve workplace health and safety procedures 2.4 identify and obtain further information and advice from reliable and recognised sources of expertise 2.5 record accurately: - the details of any review carried out, and - the plans to improve current health and safety procedures 2.6 report the results of their review to the relevant people 2.7 alert everyone in the workplace, promptly, to the revised health and safety procedures 2.8 set effective measures for monitoring the revised health and safety procedures 3. Know and understand how to Develop Procedures to Safely Control Work Operations Demonstrate they know and understand: 3.1 the relevant legal responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace as required by current legislation. 3.2 their responsibilities for health and safety as defined by any specific legislation covering their job role 3.3 the importance of remaining alert to the presence of hazards in their workplace 3.4 the importance of dealing with, or promptly, reporting risks 3.5 what hazards exist in their workplace 3.6 the particular health and safety risks which may be present in their own job role and the precautions to be taken 3.7 the different types of working practices present in the workplace 3.8 what would constitute a breach of legal health and safety requirements 3.9 the job roles of the people for whom they are responsible 3.10 the work areas and people for whom they are responsible 3.11 the commonly used working practices

22 3.12 the information that may be required about health and safety within the workplace 3.13 what information may be available on health and safety within the workplace 3.14 where to find information about changes to legal requirements and in the workplace 3.15 the specific organisational health and safety instructions covering their job role 3.16 how to prepare and write effective instructions and procedures 3.17 appropriate measures for checking different types of health and safety instructions and procedures 3.18 appropriate channels of communication and consultation within the workplace 3.19 ways of conducting an effective health and safety review

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24 408 Identify, assess and control health and safely risks QCF Reference Number D/501/0845 Level: 4 Credit Value: 6 Learning outcomes The learner will: 1. Identify and evaluate hazards to health and safety Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1 Assess the structure of their organisation in relation to health and safety matters Access the existing health and safety systems and procedures of their organisation Evaluate the health and safety statutory and practical requirements relating to the input to their organisation of materials, equipment, goods, services and resources Evaluate the health and safety statutory and practical requirements relating to the conversion processes of their organisation Evaluate the health and safety statutory and practical requirements relating to the output from their organisation of products, services and inadvertent and/or unwanted and/or necessary goods, materials and waste of all types evaluate the health and safety statutory and practical requirements relating to the employees, contractors and other people who may be affected by the activities of their organisation 2. Determine safety and health risks 2.1. identify deficiencies in the current health and safety policy of their organization 2.2 formulate changes to remedy the deficiencies in the health and safety policy of their organisation 2.3. Establish the resource constraints which may influence the health and safety policy of their organisation 2.4. consult with key stakeholders and provide opportunities to review the proposed health and safety policy of their organisation 2.5. establish a strategy for promoting a positive commitment to the health and safety policy among directors, senior, line, functional and technical managers and employee representatives of their organisation 2.6. advocate the adoption in their organisation of an improved health and safety policy

25 3. Determine and implement risk control measures and safe systems of work 3.1. specify the health and safety policy implementation programme for their organisation 3.2. provide support and assistance for the health and safety policy implementation process in their organisation 3.3. take effective action should problems arise during the health and safety policy implementation process in their organisation 3.4. make sure that there are adequate opportunities for feedback during the health and safety policy implementation process in their organisation, and respond appropriately to suggestions 3.5. minimise disruption to the organisation s activities during the implementation process 3.6. apply quality management requirements to all health and safety documentation 4. Know and understand how to identify, assess and control health and safety risks, including; the nature and role of the health and safety policy within the organisation, principles and concepts, and external factors influencing the health and safety policy. Demonstrate they know and understand: 4.1. their organisation s existing policies and procedures 4.2. the input-conversion-output model of organisational systems 4.3. the structure of formal and informal organisational systems 4.4. individual and group motivation 4.5. statutory health and safety requirements and industry best practice