To achieve bizSAFE Level 3 certification, your business must have been independently audited by a Ministry of Manpower (MOM) accredited auditor to ensure that you have properly identified the hazards in your workplace and established systems and processes to control those hazards

While the Employment Act and the WSH Act require employers to provide a safe and healthy workplace, bizSAFE certification is a voluntary programme that helps companies demonstrate compliance with these requirements. Employers are legally required to ensure a safe work environment for employees, regardless of whether this is explicitly stated in individual employment contracts.

In addition, the Singapore Government has established a National Workplace Safety Policy as part of their Workplace Safety and Health Act 2004, which sets out the minimum standards of workplace safety, and provides guidelines for how to achieve those minimum standards.

It is important to note, however, that not all businesses are required by law to achieve bizSAFE Level 3 certification. While the Government does encourage businesses to achieve this certification as part of their commitment to maintaining a safe working environment, there are many other factors to consider when determining whether a business should pursue bizSAFE Level 3 certification.

bizSAFE Level 3 certification is not just another piece of paper; it is the foundation upon which your business will build its safety culture. To have a successful bizSAFE Level 3 certification, a business must also have established a comprehensive system for continuously improving their safety culture.

What Makes bizSAFE A Must-Have for Most Businesses?
The existance of bizSAFE is not legally mandated by the Singapore Government, but bizSAFE has become something almost every business should acquire for several reasons.

Larry Lam, Director of the Safety and Health mission at DPSS (Division of Safety and Health) states that, “bizSAFE certification level 3 or higher is an essential requirement in many cases when bidding for government projects”.

Many large corporations and developers require bizSAFE certification as part of their contractor pre-qualification criteria.

If your business falls into one of the more hazardous industries such as construction, manufacturing, logistics etc. your level of risk is much greater than in other types of businesses and therefore, bizSAFE is an acceptable industry standard.

Some insurers may impose additional requirements, higher premiums, or limitations if a company does not demonstrate adequate workplace safety management, for which bizSAFE certification is often used as a benchmark.

All clients wish to work with companies that place a strong importance on safety for their employees. When a business puts the bizSAFE logo on their company website and on business card, it clearly demonstrates to potential customers that this company is a responsible and professional company that has concern for their employees.

Objectives of Getting bizSAFE Certified
In seeking bizSAFE certification, businesses will achieve the following:

• Less Injuries to Employees: By identifying risks early and addressing them, you can prevent injuries and pain to your employees
• Reduced Costs: Less injuries equate to lower costs associated with employee injury

When employees feel empowered, they’re more likely to be productive and loyal to the company.

The Path to Level 3
There are three key components involved in reaching this level of safety.

Management’s Total Commitment: The chief executive officer gets involved in the briefing to establish a culture of safety.
Risk Management Champion: An employee receives training to help manage risk.