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EHS SmartStart: Streamline Compliance, Improve Safety & Reduce Risks

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EHS SmartStart Modules

Every organisation has unique EHS requirements, which is why our modular software design allows for tailored solutions. Whether you need incident management, audit tracking, risk assessments or compliance monitoring, our platform offers customizable modules to fit your specific needs.

​Modular Design & Customisation

The modules can either be standalone solutions or in any combinations sitting within the integrated core platform.

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Compliance Management

Centralise legal requirements, automate compliance tracking, manage permits, inspections, and generate audit-ready documentation to ensure regulatory adherence across all sites.

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Audit Management

Streamline audits with custom checklists, CAPA tracking, real-time collaboration, and geographic visualisation for enhanced compliance oversight and risk mitigation.

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Incident Management

Capture and track workplace incidents, analyse lost time injury (LTI), and manage CAPAs to reduce risks and enhance workplace safety.

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Risk Management

Plan and conduct risk assessments, integrate environmental risk analysis, and track CAPAs to proactively manage workplace and operational risks.

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Management of Change

Comprehensively plan, manage, and risk assess proposed changes to working practices and processes across facilities and operations to ensure compliance and worker safety.

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Projects

Plan, manage, and audit EHS initiatives with structured task allocation, action tracking, and accountability workflows. Integrated calendars ensure timely project execution, while audit capabilities provide visibility into compliance and performance, ensuring successful project delivery.

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Actions

Streamline task management, ensuring accountability, timely execution, and compliance. With due date notifications, escalation workflows, and structured action tracking, organisations can effectively manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) to mitigate risks and drive continuous improvement.

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Global Standards and Programs

Centralise global compliance management, ensuring standardised implementation. Allocate tasks, track actions, and link global standards to local programs for compliance.

Configurable Solution

Where the standard Optial module does not exactly match business requirements, Optial's platform-integrated Configuration feature provides what the business wants:

✔ Seamless Front-End Customisation – Ability to tightly meet exact business needs through front-end configuration.
✔ Guaranteed Compatibility – All configurations remain 100% backwards-compatible across software updates.
✔ Rapid Deployment – Achieve results quickly, whether for full production use or proof of concept.
✔ Evolving with Your Business – Ability to change over time, as business and regulatory drivers change.

✔ Low-Risk, Cost-Effective – Implement custom solutions efficiently without high costs or development risks.

Why EHS Software Matters

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) is essential for organisations to protect employees, the environment, and ensure regulatory compliance. EHS software simplifies complex compliance processes, enhances workplace safety, and minimises operational risks. By automating critical tasks like incident tracking, audits, and reporting, businesses can maintain compliance and foster a proactive safety culture.

Addressing Regulatory Complexity

Navigating regulations from bodies like OSHA, EPA, and ISO can be overwhelming. EHS compliance requires businesses to meet strict standards, conduct audits, and document safety procedures. Our EHS solution ensures continuous audit readiness, streamlines compliance tracking, and reduces the risk of regulatory penalties.
 

Reducing Risk & Costs

Investing in EHS software helps prevent workplace incidents, reduce downtime, and lower expenses associated with fines or disruptions. Through real-time incident management and hazard management, businesses can promptly identify and address potential issues. Additional tools like learning management and a training tracker help maintain a well-informed workforce, while management of change and quality management foster a proactive safety culture. These combined capabilities not only mitigate risks but also support sustainable operations through diligent emissions management and ongoing compliance.

Key Benefits of EHS SmartStart

EHS software is a game-changer for organisations aiming to streamline compliance, enhance workplace safety, and reduce operational risks. With a range of features designed for flexibility and efficiency, our solution can adapt to your business needs, ensuring seamless integration and long-term value.

Comprehensive Compliance & Risk Management

  • Single-platform control – Manage all regulatory and compliance operations in one place.

  • Structured incident tracking – Organise and manage incidents with a systematic approach.

  • Audit-ready workflow – Ensure full accountability with time tracking, escalations, and audit trails.

Seamless Integration & Usability

  • Out-of-the-box deployment – Get started and effectively manage EHS in just one day.

  • Secure data access – Establish user permissions and security views across the system.

  • Seamless data – Import existing data from third parties effortlessly

Cloud-Based Platform & Analytics

  • Secure Azure Hosting – Safeguard your data with Microsoft’s robust, enterprise-level security standards.

  • Anywhere, Anytime Access – Leverage on-demand availability without on-site infrastructure.

  • Real-Time Analytics – Obtain immediate insights for faster, more informed decision-making.

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  • Centralised Data – A single platform simplifies the management process, providing easy access to critical information.

  • Data Transparency – Real-time visibility into key metrics drives informed decision-making and fosters trust.

  • Sharper EHS Insight – Proactive analysis and reporting support continuous improvement and risk mitigation.

We Serve Organisations of Every Size

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Any Organisation, Any Size

From a single user to a global workforce, Optial grows effortlessly with you.

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Scalability for Growth

Adjust workflows and processes without disruptions, ensuring long-term success.

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Global Usability

Engage teams worldwide with seamless adoption in local languages.

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International Flexibility

Manage multi-currency transactions effortlessly, maintaining compliance and financial clarity.

Industry-Specific Applications

Every industry faces unique environmental, health, and safety challenges. Our EHS software is designed to adapt to sector-specific regulations, risks, and operational requirements, ensuring a tailored approach to safety and compliance.

Tailored Solutions Across Sectors

From manufacturing and construction to healthcare, energy, and finance, organisations must comply with stringent safety standards. Our EHS platform addresses industry-specific risks—whether it's hazardous material management in manufacturing, site safety in construction, or infection control in healthcare. By streamlining compliance processes and improving visibility, businesses can reduce risks, maintain audit readiness, and enhance overall safety culture.

EHS Content & Compliance Libraries

In partnership with convergence consulting LLC, Optial offers the ability to source EHS content and regulatory libraries tailored to various industries. Businesses can access ready-to-use Legal Registers and Audit Checklists, providing essential compliance support across different sectors. Read more...

Our EHS content includes:

  • International Legal Registers – Pre-built regulatory frameworks for global compliance.

  • Country-Specific Audit Checklists – Covering Retail, Office, and Service industries.

  • Compliance Plans – Aligning with OSHA, ISO, RIDDOR, and COSHH for local and international regulations.

  • Key Indicator & Risk Assessment Guidelines

  • Regulatory Liaison Support Resources

  • Incident Investigation Frameworks

  • Vendor Due Diligence Checklists

  • Waste Management & Audit References

  • Permit Application & Product Stewardship Guidance

Scalable Pricing

EHS SmartStart is a SaaS solution offering flexible, user-based pricing with an annual fee structure, allowing businesses to scale their system as they grow. Whether you need a small deployment or a large enterprise-wide rollout, our pricing ensures full access to all features without hidden costs.
 

What’s Included?

With every EHS SmartStart plan, you get:
✔ Full Configuration – Set up users, organisational structures, categorisation options for Findings, Actions, and Incidents, plus pre-existing checklists.
✔ Seamless Data Upload – Easily import existing data from third-party systems.
✔ Secure Installation – Hosted on Microsoft Azure for reliability and security.
✔ Training & Onboarding – Includes "Train-the-Trainer" programs for seamless adoption.
✔ Uptime Guarantee – Includes uptime guarantee and software upgrades.
✔ Dedicated Support – Access our online customer care system for assistance.

Need a Fully Customised Solution?

For businesses requiring a bespoke, tailored EHS Management software, we provide a low-risk, cost-effective custom solution using our powerful platform.

Customer Success:

Optial Enhances EHS Compliance with Enhesa Integration

A leading American multinational technology company has leveraged Optial’s EHS SmartStart since 2012 to manage environmental, health, and safety (EHS) compliance across its global operations. In its latest enhancement, Optial has integrated Enhesa’s EHS Intelligence tool, delivering automated regulatory updates and actionable requirements to further streamline compliance management.

Key Successes:

Enhanced Compliance Management
Automatically updated compliance calendars and actionable tasks ensure streamlined regulatory adherence.

Audit & Reporting Efficiency
Integrated audit checklists and compliance tools provide robust oversight across multiple jurisdictions.

Flexible IT Systems Integrations
Optial’s configurable solution seamlessly incorporates partner tools, showcasing its adaptability and support for evolving industry needs.

Long-Term Partnership
A decade of collaboration reflects Optial’s commitment to understanding and meeting the client’s changing regulatory and operational requirements.

 

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