Development and Implementation of an Occupational Health and Safety Management System at an Industrial Enterprise

Abstract

Industrial enterprises inherently face a range of occupational risks, necessitating structured safety protocols to safeguard employee well-being. As awareness of workplace hazards grows, the integration of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS) aligned with standards like ISO 45001 has gained prominence. The selected enterprise previously recorded high workplace incident rates due to insufficient training, poor risk assessment practices, and the absence of a formal safety management system. While OHSMS frameworks are theoretically well-documented, their practical implementation and measurable impact at the enterprise level remain underreported, particularly in transitional or developing industrial contexts. This study aimed to design, implement, and evaluate an OHSMS tailored to the operational environment of a mid-sized industrial enterprise, with the goal of reducing incidents and enhancing safety culture. The system's introduction in 2022 led to a marked decline in workplace incidents—from 24 in 2019 to 6 in 2023. Post-implementation data showed an incident reduction of 60% in the first year and 70% in the second, alongside improvements in hazard reporting and response time. A digital reporting tool and participatory training modules were integrated into the system, fostering transparency and proactive safety behavior. The study confirms that structured safety management not only reduces incidents but also improves employee morale and operational efficiency, demonstrating the strategic value of OHSMS in industrial risk management.