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The first ever process safety management benchmarking programme in the chemical industry has been revealed by HFL Risk Services, bringing together a broad range of guidance.The new benchmarking programme aims to create a unified approach to PSM in the chemical industry, which may lead to a more widespread use of safety signs and spill kits.
Asset integrity management was at the centre of the system, this being a key aspect and critical risk control system in the prevention of major accidents.
While some areas were described as "world-class", the policy, audit and review aspects of the industry relating to leadership and administration were found to be lacking, the report said.
The programme comes as a result of seven months of consultation, including input from the Chemical Industries Association and National Skills Academy for Process Industries.
The RoSPA conference in Scotland will feature guest speakers who will place particular emphasis on encouraging good heatlh and safety performance within companys.
The HSE has urged farmers to ensure they employ the highest standards of safety during the harvest season.
Health and safety fears have led to a Hertfordshire sports club's charity activities being rejected by a local hospital.
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