Module 1: Introduction to Health and Safety Management
This module provides an introduction to the principles of health and safety management, including the importance of health and safety, the role of the health and safety manager, and the key elements of a health and safety management system
Key Topics Covered:
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Introduction to health and safety management
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The importance of health and safety
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The role of the health and safety manager
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Key elements of a health and safety management system
Module 2: Health and Safety Regulatory Framework in New Zealand
This module provides an overview of the health and safety regulatory framework in New Zealand, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and its regulations
Key Topics Covered:
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Introduction to the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015
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Key provisions of the Act
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Regulations under the Act
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Industry best practices for compliance
Module 3: Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
This module provides an understanding of the principles of hazard identification and risk assessment, including the methods and techniques for identifying and assessing hazards
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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Introduction to hazard identification and risk assessment
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Methods and techniques for identifying hazards
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Methods and techniques for assessing risks
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Control measures to minimize risks
Module 4: Health and Safety Management Systems
This module provides an understanding of the key elements of a health and safety management system, including policy, procedures, and training
Key Topics Covered:
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Introduction to health and safety management systems
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Key elements of a health and safety management system
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Developing a health and safety policy
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Developing procedures for hazard identification and risk assessment
Module 5: Emergency Procedures and Incident Investigation
This module provides an understanding of the principles of emergency procedures and incident investigation, including the methods and techniques for developing and implementing emergency procedures and investigating incidents
Key Topics Covered:
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Introduction to emergency procedures and incident investigation
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Methods and techniques for developing emergency procedures
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Methods and techniques for investigating incidents
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Control measures to prevent incidents
Module 6: Monitoring and Reviewing Health and Safety Performance
This module provides an understanding of the principles of monitoring and reviewing health and safety performance, including the methods and techniques for monitoring and reviewing health and safety performance
Key Topics Covered:
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Introduction to monitoring and reviewing health and safety performance
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Methods and techniques for monitoring health and safety performance
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Methods and techniques for reviewing health and safety performance
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Control measures to improve health and safety performance
