The document outlines the key components of an occupational safety and health (OSH) programme according to OSHA requirements, including having a written policy and arrangements. It discusses establishing an OSH management system to implement the policy goals and comply with laws and regulations. The programme should include elements like training, emergency preparedness, hazard reporting, personal protective equipment, and facilities for employee welfare. It also covers implementing risk control priorities according to a hierarchy of controls and establishing safe systems of work, which may require a permit-to-work system for certain high-risk activities.

1. OSH PROGRAMME
SAFETY AND HEALTH OFFICER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM (SHEP)

2. Creating Policy Organisation And
Arrangements
OSHA requires to have written policy,
organisation and arrangements
Purpose of OSH programme to ensure:
– Implementing the goals of policy
– Minimum, compliance with national laws
and regulations
– Good operation of the organisation’s OSH
management system
– Continual improvement in OSH performance
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3. OSH Programmes -1
Sect.15, OSHA [Information, instruction,
training]:
– OSH promotion
– Awareness programme
– Training / induction and other training
– Signs and labels
– Tool box meeting
– Communicating and consultation
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4. OSH Programmes -2
Sect 15 OSHA [ The provision of systems of
work ]:
– Procedures, training and supervision
• Include procedures for contractors and visitors
– First Aid
– Emergency preparedness [ SHO are
strongly advised to “own” the ERP
Program.
• Including evacuation drill and emergency
exercises
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5. OSH Programmes - 3
Sect 15 OSHA [Arrangements for use or
operation, handling, storage and transport
of plant and substances]:
– Assessment
– Hazard / accident reporting
– PPE
– Emergency Showers
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6. OSH Programmes - 4
Sect 15 OSHA [Provision of facilities for
welfare of employees]:
– Cafeteria
– Showers
– Toilets
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7. OSH Programmes - 5
Sect 15 OSHA [Implementing Risk Control]:
– Prioritises risk reduction programme
according to the hierarchy of control
– Establish “System Of Work” IF administrative
control measures are required
– Inform and train affected employees before
Implementation of control measures
– Information and training is important
especially when there is a "decision to
change"
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8. Safe System of Work
A formal procedure to minimise
remaining risks
EXAMPLES WHERE REQUIRED, IN PARTICULAR,
– Cleaning and maintenance operations,
– Working alone.
– Breakdowns.
– Emergencies.
– Hazardous Chemicals
– Work at Height
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9. Safe System of Work-
Permit-To-Work Required
Electrical work, especially at higher voltages
Entry into confined spaces e.g. vessels
Excavation work or demolition activities
Presence or possible release of
– Ionising radiation, or flammable gases,
liquid or dusts (possible risk of ignition by
hot work, electrical or electrostatic
sources)
Lone working in hazardous environments
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