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What is considered an essential business practice for risk management?

Ignoring minor safety concerns

Maximizing profits regardless of safety

Implementing procedures only after incidents

Elimination or mitigation of risk (correct)

Under what circumstance should a risk assessment be carried out?

Only when new employees are hired

When circumstances change to any significant degree (correct)

Only after a significant incident occurs

At the start of every calendar year

How often should formal risk assessments be reviewed?

At not greater than 2 yearly intervals (correct)

Once a decade

At quarterly intervals

Whenever an employee requests it

Who is responsible for identifying potential hazards in the workplace?

Each ST department Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before authorizing a new procedure with safety significance?

Conduct a risk assessment Signup and view all the answers

What does ALARP stand for in the context of risk management?

As Low As Reasonably Practicable Signup and view all the answers

What factor can fundamentally affect an initial risk assessment?

Changes in working environment Signup and view all the answers

Who decides whether new equipment has safety significance?

Department/Area Managers with expert consultation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of the hazard identification and risk assessment process?

To establish an acceptable level of risk across all activities. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'duty of care' refer to in the context of risk management?

The moral responsibility to prevent harm to employees and others. Signup and view all the answers

Which document should contractors and suppliers provide to the safety department for risk assessment?

Information regarding machinery and hazardous substances. Signup and view all the answers

What can be concluded about hazards in the workplace?

Some hazards cannot be eliminated and need to be mitigated. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following regulations is NOT mentioned as a legal obligation for ST?

Labor Union Guidelines. Signup and view all the answers

What could be a consequence of not having a comprehensive hazard identification program?

Undiscovered hazards leading to accidents. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is a standard that ST follows for Occupational Health and Safety Management?

ISO 45001. Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for conducting effective risk assessments according to ST?

Carrying out a full and sufficient hazard analysis. Signup and view all the answers

How does ST determine what constitutes an acceptable level of risk?

Through a variety of regulatory and company factors. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT included in ST's obligation for hazard management?

Providing free training to all employees. Signup and view all the answers

What does safety primarily aim to limit?

Risk of harm or damage Signup and view all the answers

Which step follows hazard identification in the risk management process?

Probability of Occurrence Assessment Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a risk is found to be unacceptable?

Take action to reduce the risk Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of risk management?

Identifying and mitigating hazards Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for risk management duties?

All departments including contractors Signup and view all the answers

What must be evaluated after determining the probability of occurrence?

Severity/Criticality of the risk Signup and view all the answers

What type of risks are subject to mitigation efforts?

Unacceptable risks Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential consequence of failing to manage risks effectively?

Loss of human life or property damage Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

General Safety Risk Management

Safety is defined as a condition where risks of harm or damage are kept at an acceptable level.
Safety hazards may be detected after incidents or through proactive identification in formal safety management programs.
Risk assessment involves understanding risks to determine their acceptability; unacceptable risks must be mitigated.
A systematic approach to risk management aims to minimize human loss, property damage, and other financial or environmental impacts.

Risk Management Process

Key steps include initiation of the safety program, hazard identification, risk assessment of occurrence probabilities and severity, and evaluation of risk acceptability.
Action must be taken to bring risks to an acceptable level if deemed unacceptable.

Roles and Responsibilities

All departments, including contractors, are responsible for safe workplace practices and must take practical measures against hazards.
Contractors and suppliers must identify and communicate hazards related to machinery or substances used at work, ensuring safety data and equipment maintenance manuals are provided.

Hazard Identification

Identifying hazards is crucial due to the diverse risks associated with ST's operations.
ST is committed to mitigating risks as much as possible; however, complete elimination may not be feasible.
Acceptable risk levels are determined by regulatory requirements and company policies.

Regulatory Obligations

ST has legal duties derived from multiple sources, including ICAO Regulations, GACA regulations, and international safety standards (ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
Compliance with local, national, and international health, safety, and environmental regulations is obligatory for safety management.

Duty of Care

ST has a moral duty to minimize harm to employees and others affected by its operations.
Hazards can't be eliminated entirely; control measures are enforced to reduce risks to the lowest possible levels.

Business Imperative

Failure to conduct hazard identification leads to unmanaged risks, resulting in potential accidents and financial losses.
Comprehensive risk management is essential for both safety and economic viability.

Policy Implementation

Formal hazard identification and risk assessment are mandatory for all ST activities, referred to collectively as "Risk Assessment."
Risk assessments must be conducted when there are significant operational changes, new equipment introductions, or every two years.
Regular reviews of risk assessments ensure procedures remain safe and align with best practices.

Management of Change

New procedures or significant environmental changes necessitate fresh risk assessments.
Priority is given to hazards based on the worst possible consequences, with department managers responsible for risk management in consultation with safety teams.

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This quiz explores the fundamentals of safety risk management, focusing on the identification and assessment of safety hazards. Understanding how to proactively manage risks is essential for maintaining a safe environment. Test your knowledge on best practices and strategies in safety management.