If your organisation engages contractors or
sub-contractors, contractor risk management should be integrated into your
safety management system. A safety induction which is relevant to the site
should be completed before commencing work. The complexity of the contractor
management process will depend on how a contractor is engaged, the type of
work, where and under what circumstances the work is being conducted.
Designated workplace health & safety
consultants with experience in your particular industry will work with you to
develop a contractor management program that demonstrates due diligence and
gives you a practical tool to systematically manage contractors.
A Consultant can provide you with a gap
analysis to ensure your current safety policy and safety procedures are up to
date with current Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
Contractor management safety services should
include:
·
Review the current
contractor safety management process and make recommendations
·
Development of a contractor
safety management program for your business including safety policy, safety procedures,
safety checklists, safety induction and/or safety training
·
Mentoring and training
program to give your staff the skills to manage contractor safety
Source; Safety Australia;
safetyaustraliagroup.com.au
