Safety Case review and Safety Management System audit
Case study overview
A confidential client engaged Risk and Safety Solutions Melbourne (RSSM) to review their MHF Safety Case and conduct a comprehensive audit of their Safety Management System (SMS). The client sought to ensure that their safety documentation and systems were not only compliant with regulatory requirements but also aligned with industry best practices.
A well-structured Safety Case and an effective SMS are critical components for a Major Hazard Facility (MHF). Our role was to identify any gaps, evaluate the effectiveness of the client’s safety management practices, and provide actionable recommendations to enhance safety performance.

Safety Case Review
– We conducted a detailed review of the client’s Safety Case, ensuring it met all relevant regulatory standards and contained comprehensive risk assessments for identified hazards.
Safety Management System (SMS) Audit
– Our team performed an in-depth audit of the client’s SMS to assess the effectiveness of their safety policies, procedures, and controls.
Our approach and services
Review of MHF Safety Case and Audit of Safety Management System (SMS). Our work covered Safety Case Review and Safety Management System (SMS) Audit.
Outcome and impact
With RSSM’s support, the client now has a refined Safety Case and an optimized Safety Management System that ensures compliance with regulatory standards and supports continuous safety improvements. Our comprehensive review and audit process helped the client identify critical areas for enhancement and provided practical solutions for addressing them.
The improved SMS enables the client to manage safety risks more effectively, enhancing operational resilience and fostering a strong safety culture.
