Citation

Ayoub MA. J. Occup. Accid. 1979; 2(2): 135-157.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1979, Elsevier Publishing)

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Abstract

This paper, presented in two parts, introduces a total safety management information system designed to accomplish two primary tasks: (1) recording and maintaining accident and safety records of a large business concern and (2) determining the optimum allocations and utilization of safety resources. Part I addresses the design principles and architecture of a safety management information system. This includes description of system files, input records, and software. Samples of the different types of system output reports are given and discussed. Part II (to be published in next issue of this journal) of the paper illustrates the potential use of ISMIS decision algorithms in dealing with safety resources problems. Examples are included to demonstrate how the system can be used in the development and implementation of optimum safety inspection plans. The potential role of the system in maintaining and improving occupational safety and health programs is outlined.