University of Southampton Calendar 2009/10


University Calendar 2009/10 Section II : Compliance Committees of the Council

Safety and Occupational Health Committee

Terms of reference

To review and oversee the implementation of the University's polices for Safety and Occupational Health by:
1. Proposing health and safety policies, including the general policy and specific policies for identified risks and accompanying guidance on the advice of the Health and Safety Office.
2. Proposing an action plan derived from an annual review of University health and safety performance.
3. Monitoring the implementation of the Safety Policy by receiving copies of reports, including audit reports.
4. Reviewing regularly the effectiveness of existing policies.
5. Recommending appropriate action where standards are not being met.
To receive and consider reports and recommendations from the Consultative Group for Safety and Occupational Health and the Genetic Modification and Bio-Safety Committee.
To report to Council or to the University Executive Group, as appropriate.

Membership

	The Member of UEG with with responsibility for Health and Safety (Chair)
	The Deans of the Faculties (or nominees)
	The Registrar and Chief Operating Officer
	The Director of Human Resources (Acting)
	The Director of Estates and Facilities
	The Chair of the Consultative Group for Safety and Occupational Health
	The University Health and Safety Adviser
	The Occupational Health Adviser
	The University Chief Security Officer
	The University Secretary *
	The Director of Student Services or nominee *

	Secretary : Secretariat

Note: The Chair of the Genetic Modification and Bio-Safety Committee will be invited to attend the Committee for appropriate items of business.