{"id":5627,"date":"2025-09-13T18:34:33","date_gmt":"2025-09-13T17:34:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/occupational-health-and-safety-cfst-6508-obligations-and-msst-system\/practical-guide-to-building-your-msst-method-examples-ready-to-use-templates\/"},"modified":"2025-10-01T13:15:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T12:15:08","slug":"practical-guide-to-building-your-msst-method-examples-ready-to-use-templates","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/safetyfirst.ch\/en\/occupational-health-and-safety-cfst-6508-obligations-and-msst-system\/practical-guide-to-building-your-msst-method-examples-ready-to-use-templates\/","title":{"rendered":"Practical guide to building your MSST: method, examples, ready-to-use templates"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"5627\" class=\"elementor elementor-5627 elementor-5531\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-79933fc4 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"79933fc4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;gradient&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a55b9ca e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a55b9ca\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a4b4590 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a4b4590\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Introduction: why a practical guide to MSST in 2025?<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>MSST<\/strong> (occupational physicians and occupational safety specialists) is no longer a simple &#8220;compliance file&#8221;: it is an <strong>operational method<\/strong> for reducing accidents, controlling risks and making business safer. In 2025, Swiss SMEs are expected to do three things: <strong>assess their hazards<\/strong>, <strong>implement proportionate measures<\/strong> and <strong>prove<\/strong> control of the system.<br \/>This guide gets straight to the point: a <strong>clear method<\/strong>, <strong>concrete examples<\/strong> and <strong>models<\/strong> to build an MSST that makes sense, without a gas factory.<br \/>This guide is part of our complete dossier on <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"\/en\/occupational-health-and-safety-cfst-6508-obligations-and-msst-system\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"819\">safety and health at work in Switzerland<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The legal and operational context in Switzerland<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Obligation de r\u00e9sultat pour l&#8217;employeur<\/strong> : Protect the health and safety of employees, including via a <strong>structured system<\/strong> (organisation, roles, evidence, monitoring).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Principle of proportionality<\/strong>: the level of requirement depends <strong>on your actual risks<\/strong> (activity, processes, machines, products, working at height, electricity, RPS\/TMS) and <strong>on your size<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Executioners<\/strong>: depending on your activity, you will be inspected by the <strong>Suva<\/strong> (sectors\/operations with particular hazards) or by the <strong>cantonal labour inspectorate<\/strong> (tertiary sector, administration, health, education, etc.). The <strong>SECO<\/strong> coordinates and harmonises implementation; the <strong>CFST\/EKAS<\/strong> issues directives and provides tools.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Traceability required<\/strong>: beyond good intentions, we expect <strong>proof<\/strong>: hazard assessment, dated action plan, training\/habilitation registers, critical procedures (LOTO, height, chemistry), periodic checks, indicators, management reviews.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>To remember:<\/strong> what counts is not having &#8220;all possible documents&#8221;, but having <strong>the right elements, up to date, aligned with your risks<\/strong> &#8211; and easily retrievable.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Expectations of inspections and Suva<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>During an inspection, the inspector or prevention consultant is looking to check <strong>quick<\/strong> that your MSST is <strong>alive<\/strong> and <strong>effective<\/strong>. Expect these demands:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Clear governance<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Signed OHS policy, <strong>roles<\/strong> and <strong>responsibilities<\/strong> (management, MSST referent, specialists, management, field relays).<\/li>\n<li>Safety committee schedule and <strong>reports<\/strong> with decisions followed by action.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Credible hazard assessment<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Simple but <strong>rigorous<\/strong> methodology (severity \u00d7 probability, acceptability criteria).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Top risks<\/strong> identified (machines, height, hazardous energies, chemistry, RPS\/TMS&#8230;) and <strong>priorities<\/strong> clear.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proportionate action plan<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Technical, organisational and human <strong>measures<\/strong>, dated, with <strong>responsible persons<\/strong> named.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof in the field<\/strong>: photos, inspection reports, test reports, certificates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Skills and authorisations<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Skills matrix<\/strong> by position.<\/li>\n<li>Registers of <strong>training\/habilitations<\/strong> (BLS-AED-SRC\/IAS, fire-evacuation, LOTO, height, chemistry, ergonomics).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Critical procedures and emergency preparedness<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Updated and accessible <strong>operating procedures<\/strong> (consignment\/LOTO, work permit, chemicals, evacuation plan).<\/li>\n<li>Documented exercises and <strong>feedback<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Monitoring and continuous improvement<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Simple indicators<\/strong> (accidents, near misses, action closure rates, training coverage).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Periodic management review<\/strong> and adjustments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>The right mindset:<\/strong> show a <strong>pragmatic mastery<\/strong>. An effective MSST is <strong>visible in the field<\/strong>, not just in a filing cabinet. In the rest of the guide, you&#8217;ll find <strong>step-by-step steps<\/strong>, <strong>examples by sector<\/strong> and <strong>checklists\/models<\/strong> to move from theory to action.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ff7f361 elementor-widget elementor-widget-mfn_table_of_contents\" data-id=\"ff7f361\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"mfn_table_of_contents.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"table_of_content clearfix \" data-tags=\"H1 H2\"><div class=\"title\"><h4 class=\"title-inner \">Table of contents<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"table_of_content_wrapper\"><ol class=\"mfn_toc_numbers\"><li data-depth=\"1\" ><i><\/i><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#introduction-why-a-practical-guide-to-msst-in-2025\">Introduction: why a practical guide to MSST in 2025?<\/a><\/li><li><i><\/i><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#understanding-the-msst-rationale-before-you-start\">Understanding the MSST rationale before you start<\/a><\/li><li><i><\/i><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#step-1-identify-hazards-and-assess-risks\">Step 1: Identify hazards and assess risks<\/a><\/li><li><i><\/i><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#step-2-draw-up-a-proportionate-action-plan\">Step 2: Draw up a proportionate action plan<\/a><\/li><li><i><\/i><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#stage-3-involving-msst-specialists-occupational-physicians-and-safety-experts\">Stage 3: involving MSST specialists (occupational physicians and safety experts)<\/a><\/li><li><i><\/i><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#stage-4-training-and-raising-awareness-among-employees\">Stage 4: Training and raising awareness among employees<\/a><\/li><li><i><\/i><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#step-5-document-and-prove-compliance\">Step 5: Document and prove compliance<\/a><\/li><li><i><\/i><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#step-6-monitor-correct-and-continuously-improve\">Step 6: Monitor, correct and continuously improve<\/a><\/li><li><i><\/i><a class=\"scroll\" href=\"#conclusion-from-mandatory-msst-to-strategic-leverage\">Conclusion: from mandatory MSST to strategic leverage<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fa31bb9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"fa31bb9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-10ff307 elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"10ff307\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;fadeIn&quot;,&quot;_animation_delay&quot;:300}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Understanding the MSST rationale before you start<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c863a24 content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c863a24\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Implementing an MSST system is more than ticking administrative boxes. It is a <strong>structured process<\/strong>, designed to meet two imperatives:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Legal compliance<\/strong>: complying with the obligations set out in CFST Directive 6508 and the requirements of Suva or cantonal inspectorates.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Operational effectiveness<\/strong>: establish a prevention culture that reduces real risks and improves the company&#8217;s overall performance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The key idea is simple: your MSST must be <strong>proportionate to the hazards present in your business<\/strong>. An office-based SME does not have the same requirements as a construction site or a chemical industry.<\/p>\n<h3>The 3 fundamental pillars of MSST<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Structured risk assessment<\/strong><br \/>Identify physical, chemical, biological and psychosocial hazards, then rank them according to their severity and probability.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Documented action plan<\/strong><br \/>Define concrete measures (technical, organisational, behavioural), assign responsibilities and set realistic deadlines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Monitoring and continuous improvement<\/strong><br \/>Implement indicators, train employees, monitor the effectiveness of measures and adjust regularly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Why a progressive approach is essential<\/h3>\n<p>Many companies make the mistake of wanting to &#8220;do everything at once&#8221;. The result is a heavy, theoretical dossier that sits in a filing cabinet.<br \/>In contrast, a <strong>step-by-step<\/strong> approach, with practical templates and checklists, allows :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>involve teams quickly,<\/li>\n<li>prove compliance during an audit,<\/li>\n<li>and capitalise on continuous improvements rather than an administrative &#8220;gas factory&#8221;.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Discover our <a href=\"\/en\/occupational-health-and-safety-cfst-6508-obligations-and-msst-system\/elaboration-dun-concept-msst-sur-mesure-pour-votre-entreprise\/\">prestation Concept MSST<\/a> for turnkey support<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-75e4d15 elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"75e4d15\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;fadeIn&quot;,&quot;_animation_delay&quot;:300}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Step 1: Identify hazards and assess risks<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-88e3f46 content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"88e3f46\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The first building block of a solid MSST is a <strong>structured risk assessment<\/strong>. Without a clear diagnosis, it is impossible to define a relevant action plan. The aim is to <strong>identify all the hazards present in the company<\/strong>, measure their severity and identify the measures needed to control them.<\/p>\n<h3>How to identify hazards in your company<\/h3>\n<p>A &#8220;hazard&#8221; is any situation or condition likely to cause an accident, illness or damage to health. Here are the main categories to look at:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Physical hazards<\/strong>: machinery, tools, electricity, noise, radiation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chemical hazards<\/strong>: hazardous products, solvents, dust.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Biological risks<\/strong>: infectious agents, handling biological samples.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Organisational risks<\/strong>: stress, mental workload, working hours, ergonomics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Risks related to the environment<\/strong>: height, work in confined spaces, internal traffic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A systematic visit to workplaces, supplemented by <strong>interviews with employees<\/strong> and an analysis of <strong>past accidents or near misses<\/strong>, provides a concrete basis.<\/p>\n<h3>Simple methods for assessing risks<\/h3>\n<p>For SMEs, there&#8217;s no need for complex tools. A <strong>probability \u00d7 severity<\/strong> matrix is often enough.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Probability<\/strong>: unlikely, possible, frequent.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Seriousness<\/strong>: benign, serious, critical.<br \/>The crossover enables prioritisation: a critical risk even if unlikely should be treated as a priority.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A number of tools exist to help you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Grids and models from the <strong>CFST\/EKAS<\/strong>;<\/li>\n<li>Sectoral checklists from the <strong>Suva<\/strong>;<\/li>\n<li>Excel spreadsheets or collaborative tools to centralise identified hazards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Practical example<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mechanical workshop<\/strong>: risk of crushing with a hydraulic press (medium probability, critical severity) \u2192 priority action.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Administrative office<\/strong>: risk of workstation-related musculoskeletal disorders (high probability, low to medium severity) \u2192 corrective action to be planned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Good practices to remember<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Involve employees: they know their tasks and the real hazards best.<\/li>\n<li>Document each hazard identified with a clear description and a photo if possible.<\/li>\n<li>Highlight and record in a <strong>hazard register<\/strong>, which will become the basis of your MSST action plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1cb577c elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1cb577c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;fadeIn&quot;,&quot;_animation_delay&quot;:300}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Step 2: Draw up a proportionate action plan<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6abe33f content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6abe33f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Once the hazards have been identified and prioritised, the next step is to define a <strong>proportionate action plan<\/strong>. This plan must translate the diagnosis into <strong>concrete measures<\/strong>, tailored to the size of the company and the actual risks.<\/p>\n<p>The common mistake is to want to &#8220;deal with everything at once&#8221;. It is better to have a targeted, realistic plan that is followed up than an exhaustive list that is never applied.<\/p>\n<h3>How to prioritise actions<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>High priority<\/strong>: hazards that are critically serious (risk of death or disability), even if the probability is low. Example: working at height without protection, unsafe machinery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Medium priority<\/strong>: hazards that are frequent but of limited severity. Example: MSD linked to workstation ergonomics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Low priority<\/strong>: minor or easily controlled nuisances. Example: moderate noise in an office.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The rule is simple: <strong>act quickly on the critical<\/strong>, plan action on the rest.<\/p>\n<h3>Examples of proportionate measures<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Small office company (10-20 people)<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Ergonomic adjustment of workstations.<\/li>\n<li>Training of 1-2 in-house BLS-AED first aiders.<\/li>\n<li>Annual audit of the evacuation plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Industrial company (50-200 people)<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Securing machinery (casings, emergency stops).<\/li>\n<li>LOTO training (consignment\/unconsignment).<\/li>\n<li>Targeted medical monitoring (noise, chemical substances).<\/li>\n<li>Evacuation plan with regular drills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Construction site<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Collective protection and PPE for working at height.<\/li>\n<li>Signposting and internal traffic.<\/li>\n<li>Risk-specific training (scaffolding, machinery, chemicals).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How to formalise the action plan<\/h3>\n<p>An effective action plan must include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Corrective action<\/strong>: what needs to be done.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Designated person responsible<\/strong>: who drives the action.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Deadline<\/strong>: when the action must be completed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Status<\/strong>: in progress, completed, postponed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof<\/strong>: document, photo, inspection report.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Centralise this information in a <strong>tracking table<\/strong> (Excel or dedicated tool). This document will be requested in the event of an inspection and is proof that the company is taking action.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Expert tip<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A <strong>living<\/strong> action plan is reviewed at least once a year. Every new machine, organisational change or incident should trigger an <strong>update<\/strong>.<\/p><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f8cc271 elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f8cc271\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;fadeIn&quot;,&quot;_animation_delay&quot;:300}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Stage 3: involving MSST specialists (occupational physicians and safety experts)<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-46f56ec content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"46f56ec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The MSST system is based on the principle of <strong>recourse to specialist skills<\/strong> as soon as the hazards exceed what the company can manage on its own. This step is crucial: it shows that the employer takes its obligations seriously and guarantees prevention tailored to the real risks.<\/p>\n<h3>When calling in specialists is compulsory<\/h3>\n<p>An employer must call in specialists as soon as :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>the company uses <strong>dangerous machinery<\/strong> (presses, pressure equipment, site machinery);<\/li>\n<li>it handles <strong>chemical products<\/strong> or noxious substances;<\/li>\n<li>work is carried out at <strong>height, confined spaces or ATEX zones<\/strong>;<\/li>\n<li>the activity involves particular exposure (noise, vibration, dust, radiation, biological agents);<\/li>\n<li>recurring <strong>problems<\/strong> arise (frequent accidents, occupational illnesses, high stress).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Even a tertiary SME can be affected: for example if it is facing <strong>psychosocial risks<\/strong> (PSR) or musculoskeletal disorders (MSD).<\/p>\n<h3>Role of the occupational physician<\/h3>\n<p>The occupational physician (or health specialist) intervenes on:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>the <strong>adapted medical monitoring<\/strong> (noise, chemistry, ergonomics, high-risk positions);<\/li>\n<li>the <strong>analysis of working conditions<\/strong> (light, ventilation, organisation of working hours);<\/li>\n<li>the <strong>prevention of RPS\/TMS<\/strong> and monitoring of absenteeism;<\/li>\n<li>the <strong>advice to management<\/strong> on possible adaptations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Role of the safety specialist<\/h3>\n<p>The safety specialist takes responsibility for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>the <strong>technical analysis of risks<\/strong> (machinery, electrical, fire, explosion);<\/li>\n<li>the drafting or validation of <strong>critical procedures<\/strong> (LOTO, ATEX, work permits);<\/li>\n<li>the implementation of <strong>organisational measures<\/strong> (signage, instructions, internal circulation);<\/li>\n<li>the <strong>targeted training<\/strong> of exposed employees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How to choose your experts properly<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Check their certifications<\/strong>: they must be recognised in accordance with CFST Directive 6508.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Privilege sector-specific experience<\/strong>: a building specialist does not cover the same risks as a chemical industry expert.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ensure that you complement each other<\/strong>: doctors and safety experts work hand in hand, in liaison with management and HR.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Formalise the collaboration<\/strong>: written assignment, duration, expected deliverables (reports, training, follow-up).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Good practice<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Involve your specialists in <strong>safety committees<\/strong> so that they are involved in steering the process.<\/li>\n<li>Have them review your <strong>risk assessments and action plans<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a record of <strong>opinions and recommendations<\/strong>: this proves your compliance in the event of an audit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"\/en\/cfst-6508-compliance-explained-10-step-msst-method-for-french-swiss-companies\/\">For a better understanding of the framework of CFST Directive 6508 &gt;<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44f884a elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"44f884a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;fadeIn&quot;,&quot;_animation_delay&quot;:300}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Stage 4: Training and raising awareness among employees<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a926094 content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a926094\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>An effective MSST is not limited to documentation and external experts: it relies on the <strong>competence of employees<\/strong>. Training and awareness-raising turn prevention into a <strong>daily reflex<\/strong> and give teams the means to act correctly in the event of a hazard or emergency.<\/p>\n<h3>Crucial training courses<\/h3>\n<p>Some training courses must be included in every MSST, depending on the size and activity of the company:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"\/formations-premiers-secours-certifieses\/bls-aed-src-complet\/\"><strong>BLS-AED-SRC (Basic Life Support + defibrillator)<\/strong> <\/a>: essential for having in-house first-aiders capable of reacting to cardiac arrest or serious discomfort.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/en\/certified-first-aid-training\/ias-1-training-certification-in-emergency-management-and-workplace-safety\/\">IAS 1<\/a> &amp; IAS 2 (advanced first aid)<\/strong>: reinforces the skills of first responders, useful at sites with particular risks.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/en\/catalogue-of-services\/fire-training-safety-equipment-and-instructions\/\">Fire training<\/a> and evacuation<\/strong>: learn how to use fire extinguishers, raise the alarm and evacuate effectively.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Machine safety and consignment (LOTO)<\/strong>: mandatory whenever maintenance work is carried out on dangerous machinery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Work at height, chemicals, ATEX, electricity<\/strong>: depending on the risks identified during the assessment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ergonomics and MSD prevention<\/strong>: adjusting workstations, manual handling of loads.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Psychosocial risk awareness (RPS)<\/strong>: stress management, burnout prevention, internal communication.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Keeping a safety culture alive<\/h3>\n<p>Training once is not enough. Prevention must be <strong>maintained and updated<\/strong>.<br \/>Good practice:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Regular refresher training<\/strong>: most training courses are valid (2 years for BLS-AED-SRC, for example).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Practical exercises<\/strong>: annual evacuation, fire simulations, first aid scenarios.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Safety debriefings<\/strong>: integrated into team meetings or daily worksites.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Visuals and reminders<\/strong>: posters, checklists, QR codes linking to internal procedures or videos.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Feedback in the field<\/strong>: every employee must be able to report a hazard or suggest an improvement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Why training is strategic<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>For the company<\/strong>: fewer accidents, better risk control, legal compliance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>For employees<\/strong>: feeling of safety, confidence in the organisation, ability to act in an emergency.<\/li>\n<li><strong>For management<\/strong>: tangible proof of commitment to safety, strong argument during inspections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e8530c elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"8e8530c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;fadeIn&quot;,&quot;_animation_delay&quot;:300}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Step 5: Document and prove compliance<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ab18353 content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ab18353\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>An MSST is only worthwhile if it can be <strong>demonstrated during an inspection<\/strong>. Inspectors (Suva, cantonal inspectorates) want to see clear evidence that the company <strong>actually<\/strong> and does not limit itself to intentions. Documentation is therefore an essential part of the system.<\/p>\n<h3>Evidence expected during an inspection<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Hazard register<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>List of identified risks (machinery, chemicals, MSD, RPS, fire, etc.).<\/li>\n<li>Product documentation<\/strong><\/strong>.).<\/li>\n<li>Prioritisation with severity and probability.<\/li>\n<li>Update date.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>OSH action plan<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Planned actions, people responsible, deadlines, status.<\/li>\n<li>Regular monitoring (actions completed, overdue, to be planned).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Training and authorisations<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Register of employees trained (BLS-AED, IAS, fire, evacuation, LOTO&#8230;).<\/li>\n<li>Training and refresher dates.<\/li>\n<li>Attestations available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Safety procedures and instructions<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Written operating procedures (lockout\/tagout, chemical handling, evacuation).<\/li>\n<li>Accessibility in the field (posters, QR codes, intranet).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proofs in the field<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Internal inspection reports, audits, technical controls.<\/li>\n<li>Dated photos of compliance.<\/li>\n<li>Minutes of safety committees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Downloadable templates and checklists<\/h3>\n<p>To save time and standardise documentation, we recommend using <strong>ready-to-use templates<\/strong> :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hazard assessment grid.<\/li>\n<li>MSST action plan template.<\/li>\n<li>Training\/habilitation matrix.<\/li>\n<li>Check-list &#8220;Suva inspection\/cantonal inspection&#8221;.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These documents, tailored to your sector, serve not only as <strong>formal proof<\/strong>, but also as <strong>internal steering support<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best practices to remember<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Centralise documentation in a <strong>single file<\/strong> (paper + digital).<\/li>\n<li>Schedule an <strong>annual update<\/strong> and after each major change (new machine, reorganisation, accident).<\/li>\n<li>Involve management: validation by management is a <strong>strong signal<\/strong> to the authorities.<\/li>\n<li>Prepare a <strong>&#8220;control pack&#8221;<\/strong> immediately accessible in the event of an audit (register, action plan, training, key evidence).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Check your compliance before an audit with <a href=\"\/en\/occupational-health-and-safety-cfst-6508-obligations-and-msst-system\/msst-audit-your-initial-workplace-health-safety-assessment\/\">our initial audit<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a94fdba elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a94fdba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;fadeIn&quot;,&quot;_animation_delay&quot;:300}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Step 6: Monitor, correct and continuously improve<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a7ce5c6 content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a7ce5c6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>An MSST is not a one-off project: it is a <strong>living system<\/strong> that evolves with the company, its activities and its risks. Once the action plan has been launched, <strong>regular monitoring<\/strong> must be ensured to maintain its effectiveness and demonstrate that prevention is an integral part of the company culture.<\/p>\n<h3>Annual monitoring and updating<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Annual review<\/strong>: at least once a year, the MSST must be reviewed. This review is used to check:\n<ul>\n<li>the progress of planned actions;<\/li>\n<li>the relevance of existing measures;<\/li>\n<li>new hazards that have appeared (new machines, processes, products).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Post-event update<\/strong>: any accident, near miss, or major change (e.g. new production line) must trigger an immediate update.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fixed calendar<\/strong>: including it in the annual diary (e.g. November) ensures that it is never forgotten.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Examples of indicators and dashboards<\/h3>\n<p>Effective monitoring relies on <strong>simple, meaningful indicators<\/strong> :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Rate of actions completed<\/strong>: % of actions in the plan completed on time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Training coverage rate<\/strong>: % of employees who have attended mandatory training courses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Number of accidents and near misses<\/strong>: monthly monitoring and trend analysis.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hazard alerts<\/strong>: volume of field alerts, indicator of team involvement.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Equipment compliance rates<\/strong>: periodic checks on machines, PPE, fire installations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This data can be presented in a <strong>visual dashboard<\/strong> (Excel, Power BI, Google Data Studio). This is not a luxury: during an audit, showing a graphical follow-up sends a <strong>strong signal of mastery<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>Good practices for continuous improvement<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Involve management<\/strong>: a credible MSST is driven at the highest level, not just by the safety manager.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Value successes<\/strong>: communicate internally about successful actions, certifications obtained, falling accident rates.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Encourage feedback from the field<\/strong>: every employee must feel authorised to report a hazard without fear.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Integrate prevention into projects<\/strong>: new equipment, a new building, a new organisation \u2192 the MSST must be consulted right from the design stage.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sectoral benchmarking<\/strong>: compare your indicators with your branch&#8217;s standards to make continuous progress.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Conclusion of the guide:<\/strong>an effective MSST is not a constraint, but a <strong>strategic lever<\/strong>. Properly managed, it reduces accident-related costs, improves the employer image and boosts the confidence of customers and partners.<\/p>\n<p>Find all our resources and services in our <a href=\"\/en\/occupational-health-and-safety-cfst-6508-obligations-and-msst-system\/\">occupational health and safety<\/a> area.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-85d1994 elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"85d1994\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;fadeIn&quot;,&quot;_animation_delay&quot;:300}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Conclusion: from mandatory MSST to strategic leverage<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-73f8e96 content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"73f8e96\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Implementing a <strong>MSST<\/strong> is not just a legal obligation dictated by CFST Directive 6508. Above all, it is a <strong>strategic opportunity<\/strong> :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Reduce risks<\/strong> and protect your employees;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Optimise your costs<\/strong> by reducing work stoppages and absenteeism;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Improve your employer image<\/strong> and strengthen the confidence of your partners, customers and insurers;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Anticipate inspections<\/strong> and avoid penalties by proving your compliance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To sum up: a well-constructed MSST is not an administrative burden, but a <strong>profitable investment<\/strong> that improves your company&#8217;s safety, performance and reputation at the same time.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready to take action?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Download our <strong>MSST templates and checklists<\/strong> to get started straight away.<\/li>\n<li>Or entrust us with your project: our team supports SMEs and large companies in building a <strong>pragmatic, compliant and effective<\/strong> 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class=\"faq\"><h4 class=\"heading \">FAQ MSST in Switzerland<\/h4><div class=\"mfn-acc faq_wrapper  open1st\"><div class=\"question\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><div class=\"title\"><span class=\"num\">1<\/span><i class=\"icon-plus acc-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-minus acc-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>What is an MSST in Switzerland?<\/div><div class=\"answer\"><p>MSST refers to the obligation for employers to use <strong>occupational physicians<\/strong> and <strong>safety specialists<\/strong> to organise a structured prevention system tailored to their risks.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"question\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><div class=\"title\"><span class=\"num\">2<\/span><i class=\"icon-plus acc-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-minus acc-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>Are all companies affected?<\/div><div class=\"answer\"><p>Yes, all companies must assess their hazards and implement appropriate 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Calling in specialists is compulsory as soon as the risks exceed in-house skills (machinery, chemistry, height, etc.).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"question\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><div class=\"title\"><span class=\"num\">3<\/span><i class=\"icon-plus acc-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-minus acc-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>What documents do I need to prepare for an MSST inspection?<\/div><div class=\"answer\"><p>The authorities expect a <strong>hazard register<\/strong>, a <strong>MSST action plan<\/strong>, a <strong>training\/certification register<\/strong>, <strong>written procedures<\/strong> and <strong>field tests<\/strong> (reports, photos, checks).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/acteurs-securite-travail-suisse-suva-seco-cfst-ekas\/\">To find out who checks what in Switzerland &gt;<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"question\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><div class=\"title\"><span class=\"num\">4<\/span><i class=\"icon-plus acc-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-minus acc-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>How long does it take to set up an MSST?<\/div><div class=\"answer\"><p>It all depends on the size and activity of the company. 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