1.1 Explain the role of performance objectives and targets in effective health and safety management.
UNIT SPECIFICATION
Health and Safety Management Principles and Policy
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Unit Reference Number |
H/617/7539 |
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Unit Title |
Health and Safety Management Principles and Policy |
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Unit Level |
6 |
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Number of Credits |
8 |
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Total Qualification Time (TQT) |
80 hours |
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Guided Learning Hours (GLH) |
30 hours |
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Mandatory / Optional |
Mandatory |
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Unit Grading Structure |
Pass / Fail |
Unit Aims
The aim of this unit is to provide learners with an understanding of the key principles of health and safety policy, the internal, external and change factors that influence practice, and how these are operationalised in an organisation’s health and safety systems. Learners will also develop the knowledge and skills to undertake a critical review of an organisation’s health and safety policy.
Learning Outcomes, Assessment Criteria and Indicative Content
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Learning Outcomes- The learner will: |
Assessment Criteria- The learner can: |
Indicative Content |
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1. Understand the principles of health and safety management and its organisational systems. |
1.1 Explain the role of performance objectives and targets in effective health and safety management. 1.2 Explain in detail the key aspects of effective health and safety systems. 1.3 Evaluate the use of recording and communication systems to identify, manage, and distribute relevant health and safety information. 1.4 Critically evaluate an organisation’s health and safety management system including its integration with other management systems (e.g. quality, human resources, etc), and recommend future developments. |
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2. Understand the principles of health and safety policy. |
2.1 Justify the moral, le.g.al and financial need for health and safety policies in an organisation. 2.2 Articulate the key impacts of an organisation’s health and safety policies on a range of stakeholders in the organisation. 2.3 Explain the information and consultation required for the purpose of health and safety policy development at all organisational levels. 2.4 Outline the objectives of a health and safety policy document. 2.5 Explain how a health and safety policy document drives a health and safety management system in an organisation. |
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3. Be able to conduct a critical review of a health and safety policy in an organisation. |
3.1 Conduct a critical review of a health and safety policy in an organisation. |
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4. Be able to assess internal and external factors that influence health and safety practices. |
4.1 Assess the internal and external factors, including change factors, that affect occupational health and safety policies and practice. 4.2 Recommend actions for organisational practice that takes account of the internal and external influencing factors. |
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Assessment
Task 1 of 2 - Case Study - Assessment Criteria 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4
Instructions:
Prepare a case study about the principles of health and safety management and its organisational systems.
The following must be included within the case study:
Include in an executive summary or Introduction to the task to include;
1. The name of the organisation
2. The nature of the organisations operations
3. An organisational structure or description of the organisations structure
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A detailed explanation of the organisation, including the type of work carried out, number of employees and sites.
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A detailed explanation of the organisation’s performance objectives and targets and their roles in effective Health and Safety Management.
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A detailed explanation of the key aspects of effective health and safety management systems within the organisation.
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Identify an appropriate recording and communication system for health and safety information and evaluate its effectiveness in managing and distributing information within the organisation.
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Carryout a critical evaluation on the organisation’s health and safety management systems including its integration with other organisational management systems (for example Quality Management System and Human Resources) and provide recommendations for further developments.
Delivery and Submission:
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Case Study written in Word format
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Word count: 2000 words
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Learners are expected to adhere to the word count, provided as a range within the question text.
Referencing:
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You should use and cite a range of academic and reliable sources.
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A comprehensive Harvard style reference list must be included at the end of the work.
Task 2 of 2 - Health and Safety Policy Review Assessment Criteria 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 4.1, 4.2
Instructions:
Conduct a policy review of an organisation’s health and safety policy.
This must include:
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A detailed policy review of the organisation’s health and safety policy.
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A detailed justification of the moral, legal and financial need for a health and safety policy with the organisation.
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A detailed assessment of the organisation’s key impacts in terms of health and safety policies in relation to both internal and external stakeholders.
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A detailed explanation of the process in terms of information and consultation required for the development of health and safety policies within the organisation, in relation to key stakeholders.
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An outline of the key objectives of a health and safety policy document.
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A detailed explanation of how the health and safety policy document drives a health and safety management within the organisation
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An assessment of the internal and external factors which influence the development and change of the organisation health and safety policies and practices.
Delivery and Submission
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Policy Review written in Report format
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Word count: 2000 words
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Learners are expected to adhere to the word count, provided as a range within the question text.
Referencing:
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You should use and cite a range of academic and reliable sources.
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A comprehensive Harvard style reference list must be included at the end of the work.
Indicative reading list
Almond, P. and Esbester, M. (2016) ‘The changing legitimacy of health and safety, 1960– 2015: understanding the past, preparing for the future’, Policy and Practice in Health and Safety, 14(1), pp. 81–96. doi: 10.1080/14773996.2016.1231868
Bornstein, S. and Hart, S. (2010) ‘Evaluating Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems: A Collaborative Approach’, Policy and Practice in Health and Safety, 8(1), pp. 61–76. doi: 10.1080/14774003.2010.11667742.
British Standards Institution (2018) Occupational health and safety management systems: requirements with guidance for use.
Ferrett, e., & Hughes, p. (2016). International health and safety at work.
Hasle, P. (2011) ‘When health and safety interventions meet real-life challenges’, Policy and Practice in Health and Safety, 9(1), pp. 3–16. doi: 10.1080/14774003.2011.11667753.
Leka, S. et al. (2016) ‘Future challenges of occupational safety and health policy-making in the UK’, Policy and Practice in Health and Safety, 14(1), pp. 65–80. doi: 10.1080/14773996.2016.1231871
Pinder, J. et al. (2016) ‘Occupational safety and health and smaller organisations: research challenges and opportunities’, Policy and Practice in Health and Safety, 14(1), pp. 34– 49. doi: 10.1080/14773996.2016.1239357.
Wadsworth, E. and Walters, D. (2014) ‘The Determinants of Workplace Health and Safety Practice in the UK’, Policy and Practice in Health and Safety, 12(2), pp. 3–22. doi: 10.1080/14774003.2014.11667801.
Walters, D. (2003) ‘Policy and Practice in Health and Safety: a new journal’, Policy and Practice in Health and Safety, 1(1), pp. 1–7. doi: 10.1080/14774003.2003.11667627.
Waterson, P. (2016) ‘Bridging the gap between research, policy and practice in health and safety’, Policy and Practice in Health and Safety, 14(2), pp. 97–98. doi: 10.1080/14773996.2016.1261814.
Waterson, P. and Dingwall, R. (2016) ‘Health and safety in a changing world’, Policy and Practice in Health and Safety, 14(1), pp. 1–6. doi: 10.1080/14773996.2016.1238065.
Example Answer - Plagiarised
1.1 Explain the role of performance objectives and targets in effective health and safety management.
Case Study on Health and Safety Management at XYZ Manufacturing Ltd
Executive Summary
This case study examines the principles of health and safety management at XYZ Manufacturing Ltd, a leading organisation in the production of consumer goods. Operating from multiple sites across the UK, XYZ Manufacturing employs over 1,500 staff members dedicated to ensuring the safe and efficient production of high-quality products. This study will explore the company`s operational nature, organisational structure, and the critical role of performance objectives and targets in fostering an effective health and safety management system.
Introduction to the Organisation
Name of the Organisation
XYZ Manufacturing Ltd
Nature of the Organisation`s Operations
XYZ Manufacturing Ltd is engaged in the production of consumer goods, specifically household items such as kitchenware, cleaning supplies, and personal care products. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability. With a strong emphasis on safety, the organisation ensures that all operations adhere to rigorous health and safety standards to protect its employees and the environment.
Organisational Structure
XYZ Manufacturing Ltd has a hierarchical organisational structure designed to facilitate efficient communication and decision-making. The structure is composed of the following key departments:
- Executive Management: Responsible for strategic planning and overall organisational leadership.
- Health and Safety Department: Oversees health and safety policies, risk assessments, and training programmes.
- Production Department: Manages the manufacturing processes, ensuring product quality and efficiency.
- Human Resources Department: Handles recruitment, employee relations, and workplace safety training.
- Quality Assurance Department: Ensures that products meet regulatory and quality standards.
- Logistics Department: Coordinates the distribution and supply chain management of finished goods.
Overview of the Organisation
XYZ Manufacturing Ltd operates across three main production sites located in London, Manchester, and Birmingham. Each site is equipped with advanced manufacturing technologies and adheres to the highest health and safety standards.
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