Module 1: Introduction to Occupational Health and Safety
This module provides an introduction to the principles of occupational health and safety, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and control measures. It also covers the relevant laws and regulations that apply to public sector employees, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act.
Key Topics Covered:
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Introduction to occupational health and safety
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Hazard identification and risk assessment
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Control measures to reduce risk and prevent injury and illness
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Relevant laws and regulations
Module 2: Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
This module provides a detailed overview of hazard identification and risk assessment, including the types of hazards that exist in the workplace and the methods used to assess risk. It also covers the importance of hazard identification and risk assessment in managing regulatory compliance and safety standards.
This module provides you with practical frameworks and methodologies for conducting thorough risk assessments in various workplace settings. You'll learn evidence-based approaches to identify, evaluate, and prioritize potential hazards.
Effective risk assessment has been shown to reduce workplace injuries by up to 70% when implemented correctly, making this a critical skill for safety professionals.
Key Topics Covered:
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Types of hazards in the workplace
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Methods used to assess risk
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Importance of hazard identification and risk assessment
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Tools and techniques for hazard identification and risk assessment
Module 3: Control Measures to Reduce Risk and Prevent Injury and Illness
This module provides a detailed overview of control measures to reduce risk and prevent injury and illness, including engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment. It also covers the importance of control measures in managing regulatory compliance and safety standards.
Key Topics Covered:
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Engineering controls to reduce risk and prevent injury and illness
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Administrative controls to reduce risk and prevent injury and illness
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Personal protective equipment to reduce risk and prevent injury and illness
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Importance of control measures in managing regulatory compliance and safety standards
Module 4: Relevant Laws and Regulations
This module provides a detailed overview of the relevant laws and regulations that apply to public sector employees, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act. It also covers the importance of understanding the relevant laws and regulations in managing regulatory compliance and safety standards.
Key Topics Covered:
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Occupational Health and Safety Act
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Workplace Safety and Insurance Act
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Other relevant laws and regulations
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Importance of understanding the relevant laws and regulations
Module 5: Managing Regulatory Compliance and Safety Standards
This module provides a detailed overview of managing regulatory compliance and safety standards, including the importance of developing a safety management system and the role of health and safety officers, supervisors, and managers. It also covers the importance of training and education in managing regulatory compliance and safety standards.
Key Topics Covered:
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Developing a safety management system
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Role of health and safety officers, supervisors, and managers
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Importance of training and education
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Tools and techniques for managing regulatory compliance and safety standards
Module 6: Promoting a Culture of Safety and Wellness
This module provides a detailed overview of promoting a culture of safety and wellness, including the importance of leadership and employee involvement. It also covers the role of health and safety committees and the importance of incident reporting and investigation.
Key Topics Covered:
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Importance of leadership and employee involvement
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Role of health and safety committees
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Incident reporting and investigation
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Tools and techniques for promoting a culture of safety and wellness
