What is the first element of a health and safety management system?

The first element of a health and safety management system is management commitment and leadership.

This includes:

* Establishing and maintaining a safe work environment

* Providing resources for health and safety

* Integrating safety into all aspects of the organization

* Communicating safety expectations

* Acknowledging and rewarding safe work practices

* Taking corrective action for unsafe conditions or practices

* Continually improving the health and safety management system