Health and Safety Policy Statement

This Health and Safety Policy sets out our organisation's commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all employees, contractors, visitors and other stakeholders. We regard workplace health and safety as a core responsibility and an integral part of our operations, and we adopt a proactive approach to risk management. This safety and health policy outlines roles, responsibilities and the general principles that guide our actions and decisions.

We emphasise prevention through systematic assessment, control and monitoring of hazards. The health & safety policy applies to all activities and locations where we operate and covers physical safety, occupational health, emergency preparedness and wellbeing. Everyone is encouraged to report concerns promptly so that issues can be addressed before harm occurs.

Our approach to implementing the safety and health plan is based on clear leadership, worker involvement and continuous improvement. Management will provide the necessary resources and training to ensure that the Occupational Health and Safety principles are translated into everyday practice. We will seek to maintain open communication channels to promote a positive health and safety culture.

Scope and application: this policy covers risk identification, incident reporting, investigation, control measures and rehabilitation support. It includes contractors, temporary workers and visitors while on site. We will consider environmental factors related to health and safety and align our arrangements with industry best practice, without relying on specific jurisdictional requirements.

Key responsibilities are allocated across the organisation: senior leadership is accountable for policy enforcement and for providing strategic direction; supervisors and managers are responsible for day-to-day safety leadership; employees are expected to follow instructions and participate in training. The workplace health and safety system promotes shared ownership and clear accountability at every level.

We maintain a structured risk management process that includes hazard identification, risk assessment and the implementation of controls using the hierarchy of controls. Controls will be periodically reviewed and updated to reflect changes in operations, technology and incident learnings. Routine monitoring and audits will help measure the effectiveness of controls and identify opportunities for improvement.

Training and competence form a central part of our safety and health framework. Induction, role-specific training and refresher sessions will be provided to ensure individuals are competent to perform their duties safely. We will also encourage development of practical skills such as safe manual handling, use of equipment, and awareness of ergonomic principles to reduce occupational hazards.

Emergency preparedness and response arrangements are maintained to handle foreseeable incidents. This includes evacuation procedures, first aid provision, and the availability of appropriate emergency equipment. Regular drills and exercises will test readiness and clarity of roles in an emergency, while reviews after drills will inform continual refinement of our emergency arrangements.

We support the physical and mental wellbeing of our workforce through appropriate policies and initiatives. Measures include hazard controls to reduce exposure to physical risks and programs that foster mental resilience, stress mitigation and access to health resources. Promoting a safe and supportive environment is essential to sustaining overall productivity and morale.

Incident management is based on prompt reporting, thorough investigation and corrective action. All incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions must be reported without delay. Investigations aim to identify root causes and implement practical measures to prevent recurrence. The safety and health policy supports a just culture where learning is prioritised over blame.

Performance measurement will use both leading and lagging indicators to track progress. Leading measures may include training completion rates and safety inspections, while lagging indicators capture incidents and lost time. Regular review of these metrics enables targeted improvement efforts and informed decision-making.

Consultation and worker participation are essential elements of our policy. We will engage employees in risk assessments, safety committees and toolbox talks, valuing frontline insights and practical suggestions. Mechanisms for consultation will be transparent and accessible, fostering constructive dialogue and collaborative problem solving.

This document will be reviewed at planned intervals or when significant changes occur to ensure it remains current and effective. Updates will reflect operational changes, lessons from incidents and evolving best practices in occupational safety and health. The health and safety policy is a living statement that adapts to emerging risks and continuous improvement objectives.

Implementation of this policy will be supported by documented procedures, safe systems of work and clear communication. Specific operational controls will be described in accompanying procedures and task-level risk assessments, which will be made available to relevant personnel. Regular audits and management reviews will assess compliance and identify improvement opportunities.

In summary, our health and safety policy statement commits to protecting people, reducing harm and fostering a culture where safety is integral to how we operate. Through leadership, participation, training and continual improvement, we aim to create and maintain a safe, healthy and resilient workplace for all stakeholders.