Course Overview

 "Occupational Health & Safety Management", in the same style as your other Risk and Security Management modules so it fits neatly into your training manual:

Course Title: Occupational Health & Safety Management

Course Description:
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles, policies, and practices that ensure workplace safety and protect employee health. It focuses on identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing effective safety management systems to prevent workplace accidents, injuries, and occupational illnesses. Students will explore international and national health and safety standards, legislative requirements, and organizational responsibilities in promoting a safe working environment.

Through case studies, practical scenarios, and risk assessments, learners will develop the knowledge and skills to design, implement, and monitor occupational health and safety programs that comply with legal obligations and industry best practices.

Key Topics Covered:

• Introduction to occupational health and safety (OHS) principles

• Workplace hazard identification and classification

• Risk assessment and control measures

• Safety management systems and policies

• Accident prevention and investigation techniques

• Fire safety and emergency preparedness

• Workplace ergonomics and human factors

• Occupational health hazards (chemical, biological, physical, psychosocial)

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) selection and use

• Health and safety legislation, compliance, and enforcement

• Safety culture, employee training, and engagement

• Incident reporting and recordkeeping

Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

1. Explain the principles and importance of occupational health and safety.

2. Identify workplace hazards and assess associated risks.

3. Recommend effective hazard control and accident prevention strategies.

4. Interpret and apply relevant health and safety laws and standards.

5. Design and evaluate workplace safety programs.

6. Promote a positive safety culture in an organization.

Target Audience:
Safety officers, security professionals, supervisors, managers, human resources practitioners, and students in risk, safety, and security-related fields.

Duration: 30–50 hours (adjustable based on program needs)