Safer work starts with better knowledge.

Recognise changes to equipment, materials, people and work methods.

Assess safety and health effects before implementing the change.

Obtain the required technical and operational authorisation.

Consult people whose tasks or exposure will change.

Update instructions and drawings to match the new arrangement.

Provide required training before workers use the changed system.

Give temporary modifications a clear review and expiry arrangement.

Allow enough time for a useful shift exchange.

Explain faults, restrictions and unusual operating conditions.

Communicate current isolations and permit arrangements.

Identify incomplete jobs and who controls them.

Explain changes affecting alarms, access or evacuation.

Ask the incoming team to confirm critical information.

Keep a usable record alongside direct communication.

Check people, equipment and precautions before returning to operation.

Check whether the change introduced unexpected risks.

Remove obsolete instructions from use.

What has changed since the last team worked here?