📝 Introduction:

As part of our ongoing commitment to safety and operational excellence, the Operations Control Department is actively preparing for the upcoming 5-Star Audit conducted by the British Safety Council (BSC).
 This page aims to raise awareness among all employees about the importance of this audit, their role in its success, and the key focus areas needed to achieve a distinguished result that reflects Alba’s high standards.

✅ Key Focus Areas for Preparation:

• 🛠️ Addressing previous audit findings: Ensure all corrective actions from past audits or inspections are completed and documented.

• 🧹 Workplace cleanliness and organization: Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe work environment across all areas.

• 🦺 Readiness and proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): PPE should be available, worn properly, and well-maintained.

• 📣 Employee awareness and engagement: Ensure all team members understand the audit process and their responsibilities.

• 🚨 Emergency preparedness: Review emergency plans and procedures; conduct drills if needed.

• 💻 eBO system adherence: Make sure daily activities are correctly documented and tracked through the eBO system.

• 📘 Updating Alba Codes of Practice (ACOPs): Ensure all ACOPs are current and compliant with the latest safety standards.

• 🎯 Training and development: Provide ongoing training to improve skills and awareness of safety and operational standards.

📚 Key Concepts You Should Know:

• ACOP (Alba Code of Practice): Guidelines outlining safety, legal, and environmental standards at Alba.

• JSP (Job Safe Practice): A step-by-step breakdown of job tasks, associated hazards, and control measures.

• SOP (Standard Operating Procedure): Written instructions to ensure consistency and safety in operations.

• Risk Assessment: A process to identify, evaluate, and control risks using the following steps:

  1. Hazard Identification

  2. Risk Analysis

  3. Risk Evaluation

  4. Control Measures

  5. Monitoring and Review

• Hierarchy of Control: A ranked system used to reduce or eliminate hazards, starting from elimination down to PPE.

❓ Examples of Questions That May Be Asked During the Audit:

• What are the safety procedures you follow during your tasks?

• How do you contribute to continuous improvement in safety?

• Can you show records or documentation related to your work?

• What do you do when you notice a safety issue or equipment failure?

• How do you ensure your work area remains clean and organized?

• Have you received training on the 5-Star Audit? What does it involve?

• What actions do you take in case of an emergency?

• How do you use and maintain your PPE?

• Are you aware of the last audit findings and the corrective actions taken?

• Do you know about the updates in ACOP 002 related to PPE training and exchange?

📌 Reminder:

In the last audit conducted in September 2023, Alba scored 86.33%, which equals 4 Stars.
 With collective effort and commitment, we aim to proudly achieve 5 Stars in this audit.