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Safe Systems of Work A "safe system of work" is defined as a formal procedure which will allow a specific task to be carried out safely, after systematic examination of that task has identified and eliminated all the associated hazards or at least minimised the risks. Thus "safe systems" are required to be put into place when the hazards identified cannot be eliminated and some residual risk remains.
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, part of the employer's general duty is to provide systems of work that are, so far as is reasonably practicable, safe and without risks to health. Components of such a system include: Information, Instruction and Training (Regulation 8 & 9 of the Work Equipment Regulations 1998) require employers to make available to all persons using work equipment adequate health and safety information, and where appropriate written instructions on the use of such equipment (Safe System of Work SSOW). In addition, employers must also provide adequate health and safety training in the use of the work equipment, including any associated risks and necessary precautions. (This will include the SSOW). Adequate information and training, and written instructions where appropriate, must also be made available to persons who supervise or manage the use of work equipment. The information and instructions must be comprehensible and include: the conditions and method of use of the equipment; foreseeable abnormal situations and any necessary actions, and any conclusions drawn from experience in the use of the equipment.
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