IA1 – Principles of Health and Safety Management

Once you’ve learned this element, you’ll understand how to:

• Explain the moral, legal, and economic reasons for the effective management of health and safety.

• Outline the societal factors which influence an organization’s health and safety standards and priorities.

• Outline the uses of, and the reasons for, introducing a health and safety management system.

• Explain the principles and content of an effective health and safety management system including the reasons for integration with other management systems.