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Reviewed 26 October 2026. Original publication date retained: 2023-04-20.
A workable system links the organisation's activities and assessed risks to responsibilities, participation and operating controls. Unsupported percentage improvements at named companies are not a substitute for evidence from the organisation being audited.
Questions to follow in an audit
- How are relevant hazards and responsibilities identified?
- How can workers influence decisions affecting their work?
- What evidence shows that controls are used and reviewed?
Connect the records with practice
Follow one assessed risk through assigned responsibilities, worker communication, operating records and review of an identified weakness.
These are illustrative audit trails, not findings about a named organisation, technical instructions or a guarantee of a particular result. The appropriate evidence depends on the activities, risks and agreed scope. The organisation remains responsible for its operations and legal obligations.
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Further reading: HSE on management systems.