Following management consultation and agreement, a Safety Projects International Advisor will visit the premises of the participating organization, carry out an initial survey, and produce a detailed report along with a list of recommendations. This all-important first survey brings immediate practical benefits and establishes the foundation on which the 5 STAR program can be progressed. Management now has all the information it needs to set the objectives and targets it wants to attain in the future.

Initial grading takes place around six months after launching the program. Subsequent annual visits and audits continue until your organization has achieved the maximum 5-Star Health & Safety Status.

EACH GRADING STANDS FOR ONE YEAR. YOUR ORGANIZATION MUST THEREFORE MAINTAIN IT'S STANDARDS IN ORDER TO RETAIN IT'S STAR GRADING STATUS.

Star Grading is based on a points system. Points are allocated to each of five main categories. Star status is based on the total combined number of points scored. In addition, the participating organization must show a reduction in lost time injuries and sickness absences in order to qualify.

1. Premises and Housekeeping:
   Including Buildings and Floors, Lighting, Ventilation, Hygiene, Pollution, Housekeeping, Storage, Scrap and Refuse disposal.
   
2. Electrical, Mechanical and Personal Safeguarding:
   Including Machine Guarding, Ladders, Stairs and Walkways, Lifting Gear, Hazardous Substances control, Motorized equipment, Portable Electrical equipment, General Electrical installations, Tools, Ergonomics, Protective equipment, Clothing and Footwear, Safety Signs.
   
3. Fire Protection and Prevention:
   Including Means of Escape, Fire Extinguishing equipment, Maintenance of equipment, Storage of Flammable or Explosive Material, Alarm Systems, Fire Drills, Security Systems, Emergency Planning and Response.
   
4. Accident Recording and Investigations:
   Including injury/disease record, Incident reporting and investigation, Damage reporting and investigation, Rehabilitation practices, Incident statistics, Insurance - Apportioning of costs, Incident recall.
   
5. Health and Safety Organization:
   Including Senior Executive Designated Responsible for safety, Person(s) made responsible for safety/occupational hygiene co-ordination, Safety committees, First Aid, Safety Promotion, Annual Report - Loss Control Achievements, Induction and Job Safety Training, Medical Examinations, Stress Control, Biological Hazards, Risk Assessment, Plant Inspections by Safety Representatives, Employment Practices, Internal Safety audits, Written Safe Work Procedures, Planned Job Observation, Off-the-job Safety, Safety Policy - Management involvement, Commitment & Leadership.

We visit your premises, audit your management and staff practices, make recommendations and follow these up at regular intervals (as required).

The full 5-Star program requires the participation of the entire work force - from senior management to shop floor. This "team effort" stimulates a feeling of commitment and a real sense of achievement when recognition is given.

Your consultant, arriving from Safety Projects International will spend up to five days carrying out an initial survey (depending on the company's size). This Baseline Assessment is the first step in a continuing 5-Star program, but is complete in itself.

The evaluation and written report which follows from the consultant will enable you to take the action necessary to establish new regimes to eliminate hazards and losses, deal with those immediate problems which may have escaped your organization's attention, and rectify any "weak spots" - particularly where Health and Safety Regulations may be involved.

These recommendations present a vital benefit straightaway to your organization, enabling you to start gaining the co-operation of the work force and managers in making further progress in the 5-Star program.