The document outlines 8 modules for an effective safety management system: top management commitment; labor and management accountability; employee involvement; effective communications; hazard identification and control; incident and accident investigation; safety education and training; and total quality safety management. Each module provides guidance on key aspects of that topic such as developing safety policies, holding employees accountable, communicating effectively, identifying and controlling hazards, investigating incidents, providing safety training, and integrating quality and safety management. The overall message is that an effective safety system requires commitment from all levels, identifying and mitigating risks, holding people accountable, effective communication, and continuous improvement.