Program Development
Experience and knowledge in conducting global HSE audit programs is also our strength in helping clients with the successful development and implementation of those same programs. Elm’s senior level staff understand the key elements that make up a world-class audit program. We also understand that every client has a different tolerance for risk and cost and therefore needs a unique program to achieve their objectives.
Please contact us with any questions about our Program Development services or experience.
Audit Program Development
The Elm Consulting Group International works with our clients to design an HSE audit program, or retool and invigorate an existing program to reflect client philosophies, existing standards or integrate/coordinate programs with other audit functions. We address the six key elements of a successful audit program to ensure that a comprehensive program is developed, including:
• Objectives
• Scope
• Organization
• Resources
• Approach
• Coverage
As we develop HSE audit programs, we provide guidance for clients to define:
• The overall context for the program – are the key factors for success in place?
• The program design with respect to standard industry practices and client goals.
• The effectiveness of program implementation, as measured against program design elements and key corporate objectives for the program.
• The sustainability of the program over time
In addition, we support the development of key program management tools, including audit program manuals, auditor training, reporting procedures, corrective action plans and finding tracking databases.
Given the international attention to HSE auditing and the potential value companies derive from internal audit programs, our clients routinely seek the assistance of the Elm team to conduct a third-party assessment of its HSE auditing function to determine the adequacy of its current approach with respect to best practices.
HSE Management Systems
The Elm Consulting Group International works with companies to create HSE management systems that reflect a company’s philosophies. Our approach to a successful system is designing the program to align with company goals, promote HSE compliance, mitigate HSE risk consistently across operations, maximize use of the client’s internal resources and establish meaningful performance metrics. Major steps in developing such a program include:
• Assessment of HSE Goals, Needs and Risk,
• Planning and Development,
• Implementation,
• Continuously Reviewing Performance, and
• Updating the Program as Appropriate
We provide assistance with all levels of HSE management systems, from the very first steps, through the initial process to optimization and continuous improvement. Although Elm does not provide ISO 14001 or OHSAS 18001 certification, we have assisted clients in anticipation of certification.
Program Integration
Elm routinely assists our clients with post-acquisition integration of HSE programs, including developing compliance strategies, improving HSE workplace conditions, training employees and developing a common HSE culture in line with our clients HSE performance strategies. As part of the integration process, Elm guides clients in identifying HSE related obstacles that have the potential to impact overall business and operational growth strategies.
HSE Compliance
The Elm Consulting Group International works with our clients to design an HSE audit program, or retool and invigorate an existing program to reflect client philosophies, existing standards or integrate/coordinate programs with other audit functions. We address the six key elements of a successful audit program to ensure that a comprehensive program is developed, including:
• Objectives
• Scope
• Organization
• Resources
• Approach
• Coverage
As we develop HSE audit programs, we provide guidance for clients to define:
• The overall context for the program – are the key factors for success in place?
• The program design with respect to standard industry practices and client goals.
• The effectiveness of program implementation, as measured against program design elements and key corporate objectives for the program.
• The sustainability of the program over time
In addition, we support the development of key program management tools, including audit program manuals, auditor training, reporting procedures, corrective action plans and finding tracking databases.
Given the international attention to HSE auditing and the potential value companies derive from internal audit programs, our clients routinely seek the assistance of the Elm team to conduct a third-party assessment of its HSE auditing function to determine the adequacy of its current approach with respect to best practices.
HSE Training
The Elm Consulting Group International assists clients with a wide variety of HSE training programs designed to meet facility, industry or corporate specific requirements. It is our experience that training programs tailored to your specific needs, developed side-by-side with HSE management result in greater HSE performance. Some of the training subjects we provide include:
• HSE Auditing
• Risk Focused Auditing
• HSE Management Systems
• Process Safety Management
• Hazard Communication
• Respiratory Protection
• Lockout/Tagout
• Hearing Conservation
• Hazardous Waste Management
• Storm Water Management
• Spill Prevention & Countermeasure Control (SPCC)
Regulatory Analysis and Reports
The Elm Consulting Group International has helped numerous clients identify existing and emerging HSE regulatory requirements throughout the world. Our team of global consultants provide “on-the-ground” understanding of local regulatory requirements and are able to assist our clients assess those requirements and assimilate them into audit protocols, develop HSE management system tools and HSE training program elements. Our team includes leading HSE professionals in over 22 countries and work experience in over 60 countries across the globe.