Module 1: Introduction to Due Diligence and Audit Procedures
This module provides an introduction to the principles of due diligence and audit procedures, including the importance of due diligence in health and safety management, the types of audits and their purposes, and the role of audit procedures in ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Key Topics Covered:
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Introduction to due diligence
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Types of audits and their purposes
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Role of audit procedures in ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
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Importance of due diligence in health and safety management
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Overview of the audit process
Module 2: Conducting Audits and Risk Assessments
This module provides participants with the skills and knowledge required to conduct audits and risk assessments, including the preparation of audit plans, the identification of hazards and risks, and the development of effective control measures to mitigate these risks.
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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Preparation of audit plans
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Identification of hazards and risks
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Development of effective control measures
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Conducting audits and risk assessments
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Evaluation of audit findings
Module 3: Evaluating the Effectiveness of Health and Safety Management Systems
This module provides participants with the skills and knowledge required to evaluate the effectiveness of health and safety management systems, including the review of health and safety policies, procedures, and practices, and the identification of areas for improvement.
Key Topics Covered:
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Review of health and safety policies, procedures, and practices
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Identification of areas for improvement
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Evaluation of health and safety performance metrics
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Development of recommendations for improvement
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Implementation of recommendations
Module 4: Applying Knowledge of Due Diligence and Audit Procedures
This module provides participants with the opportunity to apply their knowledge of due diligence and audit procedures in real-world scenarios, including case studies and group discussions.
Key Topics Covered:
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Case studies of due diligence and audit procedures in health and safety management
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Group discussions of due diligence and audit procedures in health and safety management
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Application of knowledge of due diligence and audit procedures in real-world scenarios
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Evaluation of the effectiveness of due diligence and audit procedures in health and safety management
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Identification of areas for improvement
Module 5: Final Project
This module provides participants with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in a final project, including the development of a due diligence and audit plan, the conduct of an audit and risk assessment, and the evaluation of the effectiveness of a health and safety management system.
Key Topics Covered:
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Development of a due diligence and audit plan
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Conduct of an audit and risk assessment
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Evaluation of the effectiveness of a health and safety management system
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Development of recommendations for improvement
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Implementation of recommendations
