Each question below includes its SLCP/FSLM key and the related recommendation. In some cases, the same guidance applies to multiple IDs.
Are mechanisms to ensure cooperation between workers and management on occupational safety and health matters formed and functioning in line with legal requirements?
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Recommendations
- Appoint members from all key departments to ensure workplace safety decisions reflect diverse risks and operational realities.
- Include workers’ representatives to ensure transparency and collaboration in safety-related discussions.
- Assign roles (e.g., safety officer, incident investigator, risk assessor) and set clear objectives for the committee.
- Schedule regular meetings (monthly or quarterly) to discuss safety performance, risks, and action plans.
- Maintain records of committee meetings, safety reviews, and risk assessments to demonstrate compliance during audits.
- Encourage the committee to conduct safety audits, lead training programs, and implement best practices for hazard control.
- Allow workers to submit safety concerns directly to the committee without fear of retaliation.
- Set key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of the OSH committee (e.g., accident reduction rates, hazard reports addressed).
- Review and update safety policies based on committee recommendations and emerging risks.
- By establishing a well-functioning OSH committee, the facility can enhance safety governance, reduce workplace incidents, ensure legal compliance, and build a proactive safety culture.
- Failure to have an OSH committee exposes workers to preventable risks and may lead to legal, financial, and reputational consequences.