Gap Analysis
Gap Analysis offers invaluable assistance to organisations aiming to enhance their Health and Safety Management System (HSMS). By identifying areas for improvement and guiding towards compliance with recognised standards, our service ensures that your organisation not only meets but exceeds industry expectations for health and safety.
Why Gap Analysis is essential
A well-implemented Health and Safety Management System is crucial for minimising risks, ensuring employee wellbeing and complying with legal requirements. However, organisations often face challenges in maintaining or upgrading their HSMS to align with evolving standards. This is where Gap Analysis comes in. It offers a comprehensive review of your current system, identifying the extent of compliance and non-compliance and what needs to be done to correct the situation.
Here are some things that you can expect from Gap Analysis
Tailored assessment
The duration and scope of the gap analysis will vary depending on your requirements and the size of your organisation. This approach guarantees that all aspects of your HSMS are thoroughly scrutinised and checked.
Comprehensive review
The approach we use includes a comprehensive assessment of your health and safety policies, procedures and practices. This entails physical assessment of the facility, discussions with the staff and review of records.
Detailed report
The outcome of the assessment is a detailed report that presents the findings in a clear and actionable format. It outlines areas of compliance, identifies gaps in your current system and provides practical recommendations to achieve full compliance with recognised standards.
Upon completion of Gap Analysis, your organisation will receive:
✓ Introduction: A comprehensive assessment report detailing your current HSMS status and recommendations for achieving compliance with recognised standards.
✓ Methodology: An understanding of the thorough review process including on-site inspections, interviews and documentation analysis.
✓ Compliance status: A clear delineation of areas where your HSMS meets current standards and areas where improvements are needed.
✓ Recommendations: Practical and actionable steps to address non-compliance and enhance your health and safety practices.
Benefits for employers
- Independent expertise: Benefit from an unbiased assessment by experienced consultants with in-depth industry knowledge.
- Structured guidance: Receive a clear, structured pathway to achieve compliance with recognised health and safety standards.
- Performance review: Gain insights into your current HSMS performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Strategic improvement: Implement tailored recommendations to enhance your organisation's health and safety practices, ensuring a safer workplace for all.
Gap Analysis covers the key aspects of the ISO 45001 standard, including:
- 45001 main standards: Understanding the core requirements of the ISO 45001 standard.
- 45001 structures: Detailed exploration of the standard’s framework
- Scope and normative references: Clarifying the applicability and key references of the standard.
- Terms and definitions:Understanding specific terminologies used within the standard.
- Context of the organisation: Assessing how internal and external factors affect your HSMS.
- Leadership: Evaluating leadership commitment and responsibilities in health and safety management.
- Planning: Reviewing the planning process for hazard identification, risk assessment and compliance.
- Support: Ensuring adequate resources, competencies and communication for HSMS implementation.
- Operation: Analysing the operational controls and procedures in place.
- Performance evaluation: Reviewing methods for monitoring, measurement, analysis and evaluation.
- Improvment: Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in health and safety management.
Gap Analysis is best suited for:
Small to medium enterprises (SMEs)
Organisations that may not have dedicated health and safety teams but need to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Large corporations
Enterprises looking to enhance their existing HSMS to align with the latest standards and best practices.
Organisations undergoing certification
Businesses preparing for ISO 45001 certification or similar standards and needing an expert review to identify and address any gaps.
Ensure your organisation meets the highest standards of health and safety with our expert Gap Analysis service. Contact us today to arrange a consultation and take the first step towards a safer, more compliant workplace.
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