IS 14489 OH&S AUDITS
The audit is carried out as per IS 14489 :1998 on “Code of Practice on Occupational Safety & Health Audit” to check the compliance with the Factories Act, 1948 and Rules for respective states, The Environmental Protection Act & Rules, the CEA Regulations, the Explosives Act & Rules and other important Indian Statutory requirements and Standards.
Elements of IS-14489 Safety Audit:
| Occupational Health & Safety Policy | Electrical & Personal Safeguarding |
|---|---|
| OS&H Organizational set up | Material Handling Equipment |
| Education & Training | Ventilation, Illumination and noise |
| Employees participation in OS&H Management | Prevention of occupational diseases including periodic medical examination |
| Motivational & promotional measures for OS&H | Safe Operating Procedures |
| Safety Manuals and Rules | Work Permit Systems |
| Compliance with Statutory requirements | Fire Prevention, Protection & Fighting Systems |
| New Equipment review and Inspection | Emergency Preparedness Plans (Onsite/Offsite) |
| Accident reporting analysis, investigation, implementations and recommendations | Process Plant modification procedure |
| Risk Assessment including Hazard Identification | Transportation of Hazardous substances |
| Safety Inspections | Hazardous waste treatment & disposal |
| Health & Safety improvement plan/targets | Safety in storage and warehousing |
| First aid facilities- Occupational health center | Contractor safety systems |
| Personal Protective Equipment | Safety for Customers (including MSDS) |
| Housekeeping | Machine & General area guarding |