ABSTRACT
In order for occupational safety and health (OSH) to function effectively, there must be a complete dedication and support for it. This is why the term commitment is really directed at management since it is solely management’s responsibility to provide a safe and healthy workplace for its employees. When occupational injuries and illnesses occur, they are considered to be failings within the management system. Management sets the tone for safety and health within the workplace. It does so by demonstrating a commitment. The first item to look for is a safety and health policy that expresses the position of the company in relation to safety and health. This policy must be signed by the president, chief executive officer (CEO), or similar official, not the safety director. This is why the safety and health program must start at the top and work its way down to every level of the company.
