Posted By Bill Bircham Bill (and for the benefit of any others) the following is a simple list of statements that any business should be able to say 'Yes' to. Frame your own questions around these. HSE Policy A business specific HSE policy has been developed and communicated to all employees HSE Management Systems HSE Management Systems are in place or being developed to cover all business activities. Management Competence Roles that require HSE competence have been identified and the level of HSE competence defined and assessed. Training programmes have been developed where required. HSE Objectives / KPIs HSE objectives have been set for the year with KPIs and targets used to monitor performance for the purpose of reporting to senior management. Risk Assessments A programme of risk assessments is in place to ensure all risks are reduced to ALARP through implementation of control measures and ongoing review. Meetings A schedule of meetings is in place for the purpose of reviewing HSE performance and to communicate and consult with employees on HSE issues. Incident Reporting and Investigation All incidents are reported and investigated, in line with the HSE MS procedure, to identify root cause and corrective action. Assuring HSE Performance An annual HSE audit programme is in place and monitored by management with reports communicated and actioned. Procurement Management Contractors and suppliers are procured using a process that provides adequate assurance that HSE risks will be appropriately managed. Review of the Management System The suitability and effectiveness of the HSE MS is regularly reviewed by senior management and the findings of the review communicated at senior management meetings