Document ID (ISN) | 78414 |
CIS number |
02-608 |
ISSN - Serial title |
0815-6409 - Journal of Occupational Health and Safety - Australia and New Zealand |
Year |
2001 |
Convention or series no. |
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Author(s) |
Nytrø K., Saksvik P. |
Title |
Implementation of systematic OHS activity in Norway |
Bibliographic information |
Oct. 2001, Vol.17, No.5, p.491-498. Illus. 18 ref. |
Abstract |
Internal control regulations of occupational safety and health (IC, see CIS 94-407) were launched in Norway in 1992 to prevent further negative trends in accidents and absenteeism in the offshore oil industry, and more broadly as a national strategy to promote occupational hygiene. However, many small enterprises encountered problems in implementing IC. The regulations were revised in 1997 in a form that required less administration, making it easier for compliance by small firms. This article discusses the main aspects of IC, emphasizes the importance of in-house competence in occupational safety and health and presents a practical approach for implementing the IC regulation in small and medium-sized businesses. |
Descriptors (primary) |
plant safety and health supervision; small enterprises; plant safety and health organization; internal control; Norway |
Descriptors (secondary) |
role of government; comment on law; offshore oil extraction; enforcement |
Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
Country / State or Province | Norway |
Subject(s) |
Generalities
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Broad subject area(s) |
General safety, health and conditions of work
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Browse category(ies) |
Small and medium-sized enterprises
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