Hanteringsråd

Hanteringsråd is a formal body used in some Swedish and Norwegian organizations to oversee matters related to handling, processing, or management of resources, information, or materials. The term combines hantering or handling with råd, meaning council or advisory body. In practice, the mandate and scope of a Hanteringsråd vary between organizations and sectors.

Contexts: In corporate governance, a Hanteringsråd may oversee procedures for material handling, data security, and incident response. In logistics or manufacturing, it can set standards for safe handling of goods and hazardous materials. In cultural heritage institutions, archives or libraries, it may govern access, handling of fragile items, and preservation protocols.

Composition and duties: A Hanteringsråd is usually chaired by a senior executive and includes representatives from relevant units such as operations, safety, legal, human resources, and internal audit. Its core tasks include defining handling guidelines, approving procedures, ensuring compliance with policies, coordinating training programs, and reviewing incidents or near-misses to trigger corrective actions.

Relation to other bodies: The council typically reports to the board or top management and links to risk management, safety boards, and audit committees. The exact name and remit of a Hanteringsråd may differ by country or organization; similar bodies may be referred to as handling committees or management councils in different contexts.