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Gap Analysis – What, Why and How?

Gap Analysis – What, Why and How?
Gap Analysis What is it? A Gap Analysis is an audit of an organisations health and safety management system. It is an assessment against an accepted model for a health and safety management system, normally BS OHSAS18001. The assessment looks at both the management system and its application. If Gaps are identified suggests improvements to…
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When does CDM apply?

The CDM Regulations is a piece of legislation that covers Health & Safety for construction activities. The scope of CDM is vast, covering a large industry and many sub-sectors. The regulations were first introduced in 1994 to implement the minimum health and safety requirements at temporary/mobile construction sites. The CDM Regulations 2015 aim to: Improve…
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The Health & Safety Divide

The Health & Safety Divide So many times have I seen the divide between management and employees, and definitely in health and safety, 'do as I say not as I do' comes to mind, employees and managers not taking safety seriously. How can a workforce begin to form a positive health & safety culture  when…
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Managing and Measuring Risk

Managing and Measuring Risk All organisations must manage the risks and challenges it faces. Different organisations face different risks but ultimately if the risks aren't properly managed the organisation may fail of a competitor may identify how to manage those risks and turn them into their advantage. Organisational risks include:- Brand protection Cashflow Profit margins…
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