What it contains

In order to obtain a licence to operate a major hazard facility (MHF) in Victoria, operators must complete a Safety Assessment to address and control risks. This guide describes:

• the purpose of a Safety Assessment
• how to plan and prepare for an assessment
• the Safety Assessment process
• what happens after a Safety Assessment, including review, revision and quality assurance checks
• a compliance checklist for Safety Assessments

At the end of this guide, there are examples of Safety Assessment techniques you can use.