API PUBL 9100B-ed.1998

Annotation of standard text API PUBL 9100B-ed.1998 :

API PUBL 9100B, 1998 Edition, October 1998 - Guidance Document for Model EHS Management System A Manual to Assist Companies Interested in Developing an EHS Management System or Enhancing an Existing System

1.2.1 Scope and Objectives [PLAN]

Characteristic components of the scope and objectives portion of the EHS management system are:

• A clearly defined purpose with specific objectives for the system;

• System scope, including boundaries, explaining what the system does and does not cover;

• Operating requirements that the system is designed to satisfy; and

• Expected results or outcomes of the system.

In the Model EHS management system, the "PLAN" portion of the system includes the following four elements (expectations for each element are included in the appropriate box):

1. Management Leadership, Responsibilities & Accountability

• Policies established & communicated

• Management active & visible at all levels

• Operations management sets scope

• EHS responsibilities clearly defined

• EHS performance recognized and included in appraisal process

• Employees actively involved

• Clear goals & objectives set and communicated

2. Risk Assessment and Management

• Identify EHS hazards & assess consequences & probabilities

• Conduct assessments periodically

• Prioritize hazards & document decisions

• Update as changes occur

• Part of acquisition and divestiture of assets

• Product safety information is accurate & available

3. Compliance and Other Requirements

• Requirements are known

• Procedures exist to periodically assess compliance

• Non-compliance incidents are analyzed & learnings shared

• Participates in development of new requirements where appropriate

• Emerging compliance issues are monitored

• Emerging requirements are communicated

4. EHS Management Planning & Programs

• EHS objectives and targets align with company EHS policies

• Programs, standards & procedures are established & maintained

• Process are in place to amend as needed