Work Health and Safety (WHS) Policy

Work Health and Safety (WHS) Policy

Our Clients

About Our Commitment to Safety

At Novel Constructions, the safety and well-being of our team, clients, and the communities in which we work is paramount. We are committed to creating and maintaining a safe working environment by integrating robust health and safety practices in all aspects of our operations. Our policy complies with Australian Work Health and Safety (WHS) standards and ensures that our practices consistently reflect best industry standards.

Risk Minimisation

Minimise the risk of incidents and injuries by implementing proactive safety measures.

WHS Training

Provide ongoing WHS training for all employees to enhance awareness and competence.

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure all equipment, materials, and practices comply with regulatory standards.

Proactive Reporting

Encourage reporting, risk identification, and participation in WHS improvements.

Responsibilities

We recognise that achieving a safe work environment is a collective effort:

Management

Management is responsible for creating and enforcing WHS policies and for providing resources and training.

Employees

Employees are responsible for adhering to WHS protocols, identifying hazards, and reporting risks.

Certifications

Novel Constructions is proud to be certified in the following standards

ISO 9001

Quality Management

Systems

ISO 9001 is an international standard that specifies criteria for a quality management system (QMS). It is designed to help organizations ensure they meet customer and other stakeholder needs within statutory and regulatory requirements related to a product or service.

ISO 14001

Environmental Management Systems

ISO 14001 establishes guidelines for an effective environmental management system (EMS). It provides a framework for organizations to protect the environment and respond to changing environmental conditions in balance with socio-economic needs.

ISO 45001

Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems

ISO 45001 is an international standard for managing health and safety at work. It provides a framework to increase safety, reduce workplace risks, and enhance health and well-being at work, enabling an organization to proactively improve its OH&S performance.

Explore Our Policies

Quality Management System

Our framework for ensuring service excellence. This policy details our continuous efforts to meet and exceed industry standards through meticulous quality control processes.

Environmental Policy

Our strategies for environmental conservation. It outlines our commitment to sustainable practices and reducing our ecological footprint in all aspects of our operations.

Work Health and Safety Policy

Our commitment to safeguarding health at work. This document emphasises proactive measures to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.