Case Study on Health and Safety Management System Implementation
The challenge
In recent years, Rakem Group recognised the critical importance of cultivating a robust health and safety culture within our organisation. Prior to the implementation of the ISO 45001 Health and Safety Management System, we identified the pressing need for a structured approach to managing health and safety risks. Our analysis indicated a need to enhance employee awareness and to foster a proactive safety culture, thereby allowing us to prioritise our efforts effectively and make a significant impact on improving health and safety.
The solution
To address these challenges, we adopted the ISO 45001 Health and Safety Management System, which has been pivotal in transforming our approach to workplace safety. Our strategy encompassed the following key components:
- Accident Reduction
- Preventive Measures: We leveraged our internal Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) software to prioritise near-miss and hazard reporting, facilitating proactive identification of potential risks before they resulted in incidents.
- Data Tracking: We established a system for consistently monitoring incident frequencies, which have shown a significant decline since implementing the ISO 45001 system, indicating our commitment to a safer work environment.
- Resource Allocation
- Our management has shown strong commitment to health and safety through strategic resource allocation, including:
- Development of the QHSE Department: This investment has enabled a focused approach to health and safety management and compliance with ISO standards.
- Advanced Equipment: Significant investments in state-of-the-art equipment, such as:
- LEV (Local Exhaust Ventilation) System: Reducing exposure to airborne contaminants.
- TAWI Crane Systems: Automating material handling to minimise manual operations and associated risks.
- High-Speed Shutter Doors: Enhancing operational efficiency while improving safety via better temperature control and ventilation.
- Our management has shown strong commitment to health and safety through strategic resource allocation, including:
- Safety Climate Survey
- To assess employee satisfaction and identify areas for improvement, we conduct an annual HSE Safety Climate Survey. The latest results highlighted:
- Continuous Improvement: A 12.8% increase in our overall safety climate score compared to the previous year.
- Benchmarking Success: Our organisation performed better than 95% of the 130 organisations in our comparison group, illustrating staff confidence in our safety initiatives and motivating ongoing advancement.
- To assess employee satisfaction and identify areas for improvement, we conduct an annual HSE Safety Climate Survey. The latest results highlighted:
The results
In recent years, Rakem Group recognised the critical importance of cultivating a robust health and safety culture within our organisation. Prior to the implementation of the ISO 45001 Health and Safety Management System, we identified the pressing need for a structured approach to managing health and safety risks. Our analysis indicated a need to enhance employee awareness and to foster a proactive safety culture, thereby allowing us to prioritise our efforts effectively and make a significant impact on improving health and safety.
The Rakem Group difference
The adoption of the ISO 45001 Health and Safety Management System has had a transformative effect on Rakem Group. By prioritising accident reduction, judiciously allocating resources, and actively seeking employee feedback, we have nurtured a proactive health and safety culture. This case study highlights the paramount importance of sustained commitment to health and safety, and its beneficial implications for organisational performance and employee well-being. Moving forward, we will continue to focus on maintaining and enhancing these achievements, with the aim of solidifying our position as a leader in workplace safety.
*All names have been changed to protect the identity of this company …and because we really do respect client confidentiality.
