Introduction to Manual

In the pages that follow you will find the components needed to prepare a complete in-company safety management system. You should find that you are able to use much of the material without much alteration, however there will be specific requirements for your company or your industry that need to be included. The Safety Manual is a crucial document in the safety management system. It details how your company will ensure compliance with health and safety legislation. It relies primarily upon suitable and sufficient hazard analysis and risk assessments to determine the necessary control measures.

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