They establish the value system for the health and safety, as it pertains to legislative requirements and safe work practices, and requires commitment from both management and labor in order to be effective. This may be done by implementing measures such as substitution, isolation or enclosure of hazards. Administrative controls are implemented to support or enhance engineering control measures and to offer workers protection. Examples of administrative controls include job rotation and acclimatization. Emergency response plans are designed to protect employees, minimize system damage and equipment loss as well as delegate roles and responsibilities in the event of emergencies.
Persons involved in emergency response require appropriate training.
Investigation of accidents and incidents are conducted by those individuals who understand the work process involved in the accident. Claims management of occupational and non-occupational illnesses and injuries which support maintenance at work or early and appropriate return to work is in the best interest of the worker and the employer. They also provide a unique opportunity for contact by the Prevention Services Department, Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Commission on matters pertaining to program delivery as well as health and safety initiatives. The primary goal of any occupational health and safety committee is to promote safe work practices and prevent accidents and illness in the workplace. This system is based on the assumption that the system only works if everyone accepts and lives up to his or her responsibility for a safe and healthy workplace.