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The Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) is a structured approach aimed at managing workplace safety and health risks, with the goal of preventing accidents and ensuring a safe environment. Key components include policy formulation, planning, implementation, performance evaluation, and management review, while its importance lies in reducing accidents, improving morale, and ensuring legal compliance. Challenges in implementation may arise from employee resistance, lack of training, and insufficient resources.

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OHASMS

The Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) is a structured approach aimed at managing workplace safety and health risks, with the goal of preventing accidents and ensuring a safe environment. Key components include policy formulation, planning, implementation, performance evaluation, and management review, while its importance lies in reducing accidents, improving morale, and ensuring legal compliance. Challenges in implementation may arise from employee resistance, lack of training, and insufficient resources.

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Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS)

Introduction

Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) is a systematic approach


used by organizations to manage workplace safety and health risks. It aims to prevent
accidents, injuries, and illnesses caused by work-related hazards, ensuring a safe and
healthy environment for employees and visitors. The globally recognized standard for
OHSMS is ISO 45001.

Objectives of OHSMS

 Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of workers.

 Identify and control occupational hazards and risks.

 Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

 Promote continuous improvement in workplace safety.

 Foster a safety culture within the organization.

Components of OHSMS

1. Policy

o A clear safety and health policy defined and supported by top management.

o Commitment to protecting employees and complying with laws.

2. Planning

o Identification of hazards and risk assessment.

o Setting measurable safety objectives.

o Planning for emergencies.

3. Implementation and Operation

o Defining roles and responsibilities.

o Providing safety training and awareness.

o Establishing communication and documentation procedures.

o Control of operational activities and monitoring.

4. Performance Evaluation
o Monitoring and measuring safety performance.

o Conducting audits and inspections.

o Incident investigation and corrective actions.

5. Management Review

o Reviewing system effectiveness by top management.

o Making decisions on improvements and resource allocation.

Importance of OHSMS

 Reduces workplace accidents and illnesses, ensuring employee safety.

 Improves worker morale, productivity, and retention.

 Helps organizations comply with legal requirements, avoiding penalties.

 Minimizes financial losses due to accidents, compensation, and downtime.

 Enhances the organization’s reputation and stakeholder confidence.

Risk Control Hierarchy in OHSMS

1. Elimination – Completely remove the hazard.

2. Substitution – Replace hazard with a less dangerous one.

3. Engineering Controls – Isolate people from hazard (e.g., machine guards).

4. Administrative Controls – Change work procedures or schedules.

5. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Use of gloves, helmets, masks as last resort.

Common Workplace Hazards Managed by OHSMS

 Physical hazards: Noise, heat, vibrations.

 Chemical hazards: Toxic gases, acids, solvents.

 Biological hazards: Viruses, bacteria.

 Ergonomic hazards: Poor posture, repetitive strain.

 Psychosocial hazards: Stress, harassment.


Steps for Effective OHSMS Implementation

 Obtain top management commitment.

 Perform hazard identification and risk assessment.

 Develop and communicate a clear health and safety policy.

 Train employees on safety procedures and emergency response.

 Monitor safety performance regularly via inspections and audits.

 Continuously improve based on feedback and incidents.

Challenges

 Resistance from employees to new safety practices.

 Insufficient training or awareness.

 Lack of management support.

 Inadequate resources for safety measures.

 Difficulty in monitoring less visible risks (like stress).

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