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Providing an environment wherein people can work safely and incidents/accidents be prevented is a major concern in the workplace. The objective of everybody in the workplace should be “NO HARM” – No harm to people, plant and equipment and the environment.

The reality is that there are many factors in the workplace that can cause incidents, accidents and occupational illnesses that are called hazards. To ensure “No Harm”, OHS hazards and their accompanied risks must be systematically managed.This is done through a process of identifying the hazards, determining risks and then taking preventative measures to remove and/or control hazards and risks.

Providing an environment wherein people can work safely and incidents/accidents be prevented is a major concern in the workplace. The objective of everybody in the workplace should be “NO HARM” – No harm to people, plant and equipment and the environment.

The reality is that there are many factors in the workplace that can cause incidents, accidents and occupational illnesses that are called hazards. To ensure “No Harm”, OHS hazards and their accompanied risks must be systematically managed.This is done through a process of identifying the hazards, determining risks and then taking preventative measures to remove and/or control hazards and risks.