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Issue 22 - July 2009 in
Five Year Reminder – Dangerous Goods Risk Assessment ReviewsIt has been almost four years now since the NSW OH&S Amendment (Dangerous Goods) Regulation 2005 commenced. The regulation revolutionised the way Dangerous Goods (DG) are treated in NSW and many organisations storing and handling DGs employed a consultant to review their DGs in line with the new requirements. Issue 21 - August 2008 in
Underground Petroleum Storage System (UPSS) Regulation 2008 Update - What You Need to Know...The Protection of the Environment Operations (Underground Petroleum Storage Systems) Regulation 2008 came into force on 1 June 2008. The Regulation adds to the list of Australian Standards that currently specify minimum requirements for underground fuel tanks.... Issue 01 - September 2004 in
Introduction to Risk ManagementRisk management is recognised as an integral part of good management practice. It is an iterative process consisting of steps which, when undertaken in sequence, enable continuous improvement in decision-making. Risk management is the term applied to a logical and systematic method of establishing the context, identifying, analysing, evaluating, treating.... Issue 02 - April 2007 in
Risk Management and the Concept of ALARPToday, risk management is mandated in OHS matters (eg. NSW OHS Regulation 2001) and required in other areas of business (eg. Australian Stock Exchange's requirements for listing; Institute of Internal Auditors 2000 Guidelines). Issue 03 - April 2007 in
'All the rules were followed, yet our workmate was killed'Far too frequently, incidents occur when rules are bypassed. We all tend to take shortcuts - causing management to devote a lot of time and energy into ensuring compliance with rules. 'Failure to follow rules' (or procedures, standards, guidelines) is often listed in reports Issue 04 - September 2004 in
Directors' ObligationsOver the last few years, risk management and corporate governance have assumed a much higher profile and are now firmly on the agenda for boards. Individual directors are very clear on their personal obligations. Standards, codes and guidelines tell us what must be achieved - and by when. Risk management ought to be much more than just an annual assessment. |
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