Here is a concise summary of the HSE manager's memo in 5 key points. It will be difficult to avoid these if you are responsible for environment and safety at one or more industrial sites. So, HSE manager... get your calendar ready!
1. DGSA - Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser
The 2017 annual report for the transport of dangerous goods (including waste) is due soon. Remember to renew your contracts now or find a service provider if you outsource this legal obligation.
Reminder: in recent years, the procedures for preparing and the content of the safety adviser's annual report have changed significantly...
2. ISO 14001 v2015
The 2015 version of ISO 14001 becomes mandatory in 2018 for all certified sites. You must now identify and address the relevant expectations of interested parties and determine internal and external environmental issues.
Are you ready? For your information, the new ISO 45001 standard for occupational health and safety is expected to be released in March 2018, with requirements comparable to those set out in ISO 14001 v2015.
3. Single Risk Assessment Document
The annual update of the risk assessment remains a legal obligation and a crucial step for identifying hazardous situations at workstations and defining appropriate prevention and protection measures.
Recently, risks related to electromagnetic fields must now be included in your Unique Document.
4. GEREP
The annual report should be prepared by consolidating your various data on air, water, and waste. Online reporting for 2017 pollutant emissions and waste will be available starting January 1, 2018, on the ministry's website.
5. Training
The end of the year is approaching; have you identified the training needs for your teams and yourself? Have you listed the organizations capable of providing this training?




