Safety Management Systems
Dan Hadley
Director / Principal Management Consultant
Excelsior Management Consultancy (EMC)
President of the Institute of Management Consultants (IMC) SA/NT Chapter
Greater Adelaide Area
Advancing Workplace Safety: ISO 45001:2018 and WHS Expertise
Throughout my career, I've championed the critical importance of workplace safety through ISO 45001:2018 implementation and WHS compliance. This internationally recognised framework for Work Health and Safety Management Systems provides the foundation for creating safer, healthier workplaces that meet Australian standards.
ISO 45001:2018's Transformative Impact
Beyond certification requirements, ISO 45001:2018 represents a commitment to protecting human capital—your organisation's most vital asset. Through my experience implementing this standard across diverse Australian industries, I've seen how it transforms workplace culture and operational excellence.
My Safety Management Approach
Contextual Implementation
Safety needs vary significantly across different operational environments. I work directly with your team to develop safety management systems that address your specific challenges while meeting ISO 45001:2018 and WHS requirements. This targeted approach ensures meaningful safety improvements rather than just compliance checkboxes.
Certification Achievement
The path to ISO 45001:2018 certification requires methodical planning and execution. Drawing on my extensive experience with Australian safety standards, I guide organisations through each certification phase—from initial assessment and hazard identification to documentation development and audit preparation. My approach simplifies complex requirements while ensuring robust compliance.
Safety Leadership Development
Effective safety management starts with leadership commitment. I help organisations build and sustain strong safety cultures through leadership development, employee engagement programs, and safety committee optimisation aligned with Australian WHS legislation. The goal is to make safety an instinctive part of every operation.
Proactive Risk Control
My methodology emphasises identifying and addressing safety risks before incidents occur. I help organisations develop comprehensive risk assessment protocols and implement effective controls that protect workers while maintaining operational efficiency and compliance with Safe Work Australia guidelines.