What is the difference between accountability and responsibility?

HSE Management: the difference between Accountability and Responsibility.

HSE is a set of processes and procedures that aim to prevent work-related death, injury and ill health, as well as to protect the environment from harmful impacts of work activities.

In this article, I will explain the difference between two key concepts in HSE management:?accountability?and responsibility. I will also discuss why they are both important for creating a positive HSE culture in any workplace.

What is Responsibility?

Responsibility refers to the obligation or duty to perform a certain task or function.?It can be assigned by law, contract, policy or agreement.

Responsibility can be divided into two types: individual and collective.

Individual responsibility is the responsibility that each person has for their own actions and decisions.?For example, a worker has an individual responsibility to follow the safety rules and procedures of their job.?A manager has an individual responsibility to supervise and support their team members.

Collective responsibility is the responsibility that a group of people has for a common goal or outcome.?For example, an organization has a collective responsibility to provide a safe and healthy workplace for its workers.?A project team has a collective... [read more]

Alfredo Gianoglio