GapAnalysis
No matter how good a process, plan or program is, it always requires some tweaking. We know this because things continually change when it comes to agricultural workplaces. The question is, how do we determine what needs to be addressed, changed or improved?
A GAP analysis is an assessment of your current workplace health and safety program.
Producers find GAP analyses helpful for identifying opportunities where improvements can be made in their worker safety program.
In British Columbia’s agriculture industry, a GAP analysis reviews and compares the operation’s existing program with a complete Occupational Health and Safety Management System that meets the standards set in the province.
Whether your business has a Health and Safety Plan or is in the process of developing a full workplace OHS program, a GAP analysis is a good place to start.
AgSafe provides free workplace safety program GAP analyses for agricultural producers in B.C. AgSafe’s safety consultants and advisors work with producers to identify areas where worker health and safety can be improved. Often addressing a specific safety need will result in a more robust overall OHS program for your business.
A review of your current health and safety program may reveal that you are only two or three steps away from meeting requirements for workplace safety certification. In many cases, AgSafe assists producers conduct a GAP analysis to determine if they already meet any of the requirements for the safety Certificate of Recognition (COR) program. The next step is creating an action plan that moves your OHS program toward safety certification.
AgSafe’s COR program is a natural extension of your existing health and safety program. The COR program recognizes and rewards an employer for implementing a robust and effective OHS program that demonstrates their commitment to worker health and safety.
From a financial standpoint, reduced injuries and lower claim costs over time reflect positively on a COR certified company’s experience-rated WorkSafeBC premiums. Incentive payments can be calculated in advance using the ROI Calculator Tool on the AgSafe’s Safety Ready website.
Being safety certified reflects your commitment to keeping your workers safe and your level of professionalism as a business operator. COR certification can also attract new business opportunities and retain good workers.
Get your safety program working - and working for you. Start with a free GAP analysis.
RESOURCES:
AgSafe Certificate of Recognition (COR) Program – Learn more about the program and resources for participation.
Calculate your ROI using the COR Audit Tool.
Safety Ready COR Self-Assessment Tool – Use this interactive online tool to provide feedback on your organization’s readiness for a COR review, or to assess your current Safety Management System as measured by WorkSafe BC COR Standards and Guidelines.
Care for the People Who Grow Your Business – Information brochures for Small Employers and Large Employers.
