Occupational Health & Safety Management
Course Overview
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of occupational health and safety (OHS) principles, systems, and management strategies. Participants will explore international standards, hazard identification, risk control, legal compliance, and the development of a proactive safety culture. The course equips professionals with the tools to implement, monitor, and improve OHS management systems to ensure workplace safety and regulatory adherence.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of occupational health and safety management
- Identify workplace hazards and assess associated risks
- Apply risk control strategies and preventive measures
- Develop, implement, and maintain OHS management systems (e.g., ISO 45001)
- Promote a positive safety culture and employee engagement
- Ensure compliance with national and international safety regulations
- Monitor performance and conduct internal safety audits and reviews
Who Should Attend
This course is suitable for:
- HSE professionals and safety officers
- Operations, maintenance, and facilities managers
- Human resource and compliance officers
- Supervisors and team leaders
- Anyone involved in workplace safety or risk management
Course Outline
Fundamentals of Occupational Health and Safety
- Key principles and terminology
- Benefits of effective OHS management
- Legal and regulatory framework
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
- Types of workplace hazards (physical, chemical, ergonomic, biological, psychosocial)
- Tools and techniques for hazard identification
- Risk assessment models and evaluation
Risk Control and Preventive Measures
- Hierarchy of controls
- Safe work procedures and use of PPE
- Emergency preparedness and response planning
OHS Management Systems
- Structure and components of ISO 45001
- Policy development and leadership commitment
- Objectives, planning, and operational controls
Workplace Health and Safety Programs
- Incident investigation and root cause analysis
- Health surveillance and occupational hygiene
- Contractor safety management
Monitoring, Auditing, and Continual Improvement
- Performance indicators and safety metrics
- Safety audits and inspections
- Management review and continuous improvement cycle
Safety Culture and Communication
- Behavior-based safety (BBS) approaches
- Safety leadership and worker involvement
- Training, awareness, and effective communication
Practical Case Studies and Group Exercises
- Real-life examples of OHS system implementation
- Interactive risk assessment and control workshops
- Development of a basic safety improvement plan