Posted By Berg As a starting point I recommend you undertake a review of your Safety and Environmental Management Systems to establish where you stand at the present in compliance terms. Formulate an action plan based these priorities with target dates Job Owners etc. Include apects of Worker Management issues which are affecting H&S compliance and implementation, no names but illustrate the root of the issue if pos. Include line management and employees in the review and establish consultation leading to a structured employee / management process bit by bit. A planned strategy will focus minds and remove existing 'issues' from the equation to an extent. Present it direct to your MD showing the risks and liabilities and your proposals. The ball will be firmly in his court to lead an improvement programme.

Posted By Martin Brown Totally agree with the previous response. You need support directly from the top, the MD down, otherwise you will feel that you are continuely going against the tide. It is all about communication keeping all relevant parties involved at each stage, involve others when you are considering in implementing changes or introducing something new (Managing Change). I guess the trick is selling your ideas to address known concerns, maybe let others think they have come up with a solution to a known problem. ATB MartB