Managing Instructional Materials

Managing changes to instructional material helps to prevent the introduction of new hazards or increased risk of existing hazards. It also allows for documents to be kept up-to-date while making sure that affected personnel are notified of changes. Once the documents have been developed or revised and approved, they must be implemented. Furthermore, they must be maintained for accuracy and completeness. Key aspects to effectively implementing instructional materials include document control, access, and training. Maintenance of instructional documents includes management commitment, management of change, and periodic reviews. A management process for instructional material changes should be in place which includes personnel assignments, administrative systems, and resource allocations. Implementing these processes makes periodic document evaluations and revisions a recognised part of business operations.