1. Introduction

This document outlines Bazoco's Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS). This system aims to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for all employees, contractors, and visitors by systematically managing risks and complying with relevant health and safety legislation.

2. Scope

This OHSMS applies to all operations, activities, and personnel under the control of Bazoco including employees, contractors, visitors, and any other individuals affected by our business operations.

3. OHS Policy

Bazoco is committed to:

• Ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of all employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Complying with all relevant health and safety legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and industry standards.
• Continuously improving our health and safety performance by setting and reviewing objectives and targets.
• Identifying, assessing, and managing risks to prevent injuries and illnesses.
• Encouraging a culture of safety and open communication regarding health and safety concerns.

4. Roles and Responsibilities

4.1 Management

• Ensure the OHSMS is implemented, maintained, and communicated effectively.
• Provide the necessary resources, including personnel, training, and financial support, to achieve OHS objectives.
• Set health and safety objectives and review performance against these objectives regularly.

4.2 Supervisors

• Ensure safe work practices are followed within their area of responsibility.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and address any identified hazards.
• Provide adequate training and supervision to employees.

4.3 Employees

• Comply with all OHS policies and procedures.
• Report hazards, unsafe conditions, or incidents to supervisors immediately.
• Participate in health and safety training and initiatives.

5. Risk Management

5.1 Hazard Identification

• Regularly conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the workplace.
• Involve employees in hazard identification processes.

5.2 Risk Assessment

• Evaluate the risks associated with identified hazards.
• Determine the likelihood and severity of potential incidents.

5.3 Risk Control

• Implement control measures to eliminate or minimize risks.
• Apply the hierarchy of controls: elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE).

6. OHS Training and Awareness

• Provide health and safety training to all employees, including induction training for new hires and job-specific training.
• Ensure ongoing training and refreshers to maintain a high level of awareness and competence.

7. Incident Reporting and Investigation

• Establish procedures for reporting, investigating, and recording incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Analyze incidents to determine root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

8. Emergency Preparedness and Response

• Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including procedures for fire, medical emergencies, chemical spills, and natural disasters.
• Conduct regular emergency drills and training to ensure all employees are prepared to respond effectively.

9. Health and Safety Communication

• Maintain open communication channels to ensure employees are informed of health and safety issues, changes in procedures, and any other relevant information.
• Encourage employee feedback and suggestions for improving health and safety practices.

10. Performance Monitoring and Review

• Regularly monitor health and safety performance through inspections, audits, and reviews.
• Set key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of the OHSMS.
• Review the OHSMS annually to ensure it remains relevant, effective, and aligned with company objectives.

11. Continual Improvement

• Continuously seek opportunities to improve health and safety performance.
• Review and update policies, procedures, and risk controls in response to changing circumstances, new information, or lessons learned from incidents.

12. Compliance and Legal Requirements

• Regularly review and ensure compliance with applicable health and safety legislation, regulations, and standards.
• Maintain records of compliance activities and legal requirements.

13. Documentation and Records

• Maintain documentation related to the OHSMS, including policies, risk assessments, training records, incident reports, and audit findings.
• Ensure records are kept up-to-date, accurate, and accessible to relevant personnel.

14. Review and Update of OHSMS

• This OHSMS shall be reviewed annually or whenever significant changes occur within the company.
• Updates to the OHSMS will be communicated to all employees, and relevant training will be provided as necessary.