Objectives. The Parties conclude this Agreement, among others, for purposes of:
(a) Encouraging expansion and diversification of trade between the Parties;
(b) Eliminating the barriers to trade in, and facilitate the cross-border movement of goods and services between the Parties;
(c) Promoting fair competition in the Parties' markets;
(d) Creating new employment opportunities;
(e) Creating framework for furthering bilateral, regional and multilateral cooperation to expand and enhance the benefits of this Agreement; and
(f) Providing forum and approach for resolution of disputes amiably.
Objectives. The Parties reaffirm the importance of all forms of cooperation, with particular attention to economic, trade, financial, technical, educational and cultural cooperation, as means to contribute to implementing the objectives and principles derived from this Agreement.
Objectives. The parties to this agreement are committed to continuous improvement in occupational health and safety standards through the implementation of an organisational framework which involves all parties in protecting employees, health and safety. In meeting these objectives, the Parties have agreed to consider a broad agenda through the consultative processes established by this agreement such an agenda will include: • Measures designed to include the safe operation of plant and equipment; • Training issues including specific hazards, health and safety systems, and site induction; • Management of occupational health and safety through a comprehensive approach which aims to control hazards at source reduce the incidence and costs of occupational injuries and illnesses.
Objectives. 4.1. The objectives of this policy are as follows:
(a) To provide a safe and healthy working environment for all workers;
(b) To work collaboratively in the implementation and co-ordination of this policy with employees, employers and their elected representatives to achieve the objectives of this policy;
(c) To eliminate and control risks which may lead to impairment affecting health and safety in the workplace;
(d) To ensure that there is a mechanism for managing impairment at work that is transparent, objective and in accordance with the purpose of this policy;
(e) To ensure that all persons are provided with adequate information and education on the health and safety issues surrounding impairment, and on the operation of this policy;
(f) To ensure that employees have access to rehabilitation, support and counselling of their choice on a voluntary basis that is independent, professional and confidential, without jeopardising their employment;
(g) To ensure confidentiality of information concerning the application of this policy to a worker is maintained.
Objectives. The objectives of this Chapter are to:
(a) ensure predictability, consistency and transparency in the application of customs laws and regulations of the Parties;
(b) promote efficient, economical administration of customs procedures, and the expeditious clearance of goods;
(c) simplify customs procedures; and
(d) promote co-operation among the customs administrations of the Parties.
Objectives. The objectives of this Chapter are to:
Objectives. The parties to this Agreement are committed to continuous improvement in occupational health and safety standards through the implementation of an organizational framework which involves all parties in protecting workers’ health and safety. In meeting these objectives, the parties have agreed to consider a broad agenda through the consultative processes established by this agreement. Such an agenda will include: o Measures designed to include the safe operation of plant and equipment; o Training issues including specific hazards, health and safety systems, and site induction; o Management of occupational health and safety through a comprehensive approach, which aims to control hazards at source, reduce the incidence and costs of occupational injuries and illnesses. The parties to this Agreement shall in addition to ensuring compliance with OH&S legislation (including Regulations, Code of Practice and Industry Standards), implement the best achievable level of health and safety. Particular emphasis will be placed on the establishment of consultative mechanisms which will include: o The election of health and safety representatives who will represent fellow workers in negotiations on health and safety matters; o an occupational health and safety committee. In the event that changes to occupational health and safety practices are deemed necessary by either party the issue shall be referred to a consultative mechanism.
Objectives. The parties to this Agreement are committed to the following shared objectives: To ensure customer satisfaction in the provision of services. Increasing the competitiveness, productivity, efficiency and flexibility of the Company and its workforce. Creating a co-operative, safe and productive environment on the Company's projects. Continuing the development of more flexible, efficient and adaptable management and work practices. Establishing and developing better and more effective communication and consultation between the Company and employees. To xxxxxx a commitment to the Company's Quality Management System Improving job security and the working environment. To provide for the use of the full range of skills and knowledge held by employees. To implement a training skills enhancement program consistent with the provisions of the Parent Award and this Agreement for all employees. To substantially reduce disputation and eliminate lost time due to disputation Employees are aware that the parties to this agreement acknowledge that to ensure the competitiveness, productivity and efficiency of the workforce a mechanism must exist to regular monitor employee’s performance. This assessment may take place regardless of the companies workload. Outcomes of the assessment are to be made available to the employee and employees have the right to appeal the assessment at the time of the assessment. This system is to be transparent.
Objectives. The objectives of this Agreement are to:
(a) liberalize and facilitate trade in goods and services between the Parties;
(b) increase investment opportunities and strengthen protection for investments and investment activities in the Parties;
(c) enhance opportunities for suppliers to participate in government procurement in the Parties;
(d) promote cooperation and coordination for the effective enforcement of competition laws in each Party;
(e) create effective procedures for the implementation and operation of this Agreement and for the resolution of disputes; and
(f) establish a framework for further bilateral cooperation and improvement of business environment.
Objectives. These guidelines establish principles for determining the allowable costs incurred by the Grantee under grants, contracts, and other agreements with the Department utilizing state funding. The principles are for the purpose of cost determination and are not intended to identify the circumstances or dictate the extent of the Department’s participation in the financing of a particular program or project.
