Common use of Statement of Commitment Clause in Contracts

Statement of Commitment. We all have a legal and moral duty to make our Offshore Diving Worksites as safe and healthy a working environment as is reasonably practicable. The Offshore Diving industry recognises that health and safety, as with any other responsibility, has to be managed successfully at all levels. Successful health and safety management contributes to our industry’s overall performance by preserving and developing human and physical resources, reducing costs and liabilities and is an expression of personal and corporate responsibility. All individuals can make a valid contribution to achieving this objective and have a duty to take reasonable care of themselves and those affected by their actions or omissions. Everyone has overriding responsibility to minimize risk. This includes ensuring that health and safety, their own and others, is not compromised during the execution of their work duties; that the environment is not damaged; that identified hazards are immediately reported; and that control measures are taken to reduce risk levels. Every individual has an obligation and a legal requirement to STOP THE JOB if they believe it to be unsafe. The Offshore Diving Industry is committed to improving performance in health and safety. Statutory requirements and the general duty of care form the basis upon which the Industry’s health and safety commitment is built. The Offshore Diving Industry recognises the importance individuals have in formulating and reviewing policy and practice. All are encouraged to comment and make representation regarding the policy through existing communication links with their elected Safety Representative, Trade Union Safety Representative or worksite Safety Officer.