Introduction

This five-day course, "Workplace Safety for Non-HSE Professionals," is designed to equip employees from various departments with the essential knowledge and skills required to contribute to a safe working environment. Participants will learn fundamental safety principles, how to identify potential hazards, and the best practices for preventing workplace incidents. This course is tailored for professionals who are not part of the Health, Safety, and Environment team but play a crucial role in maintaining safety standards within their organizations.

Objectives

• Understand basic workplace safety concepts and practices.
• Identify and assess potential workplace hazards.
• Learn effective communication strategies for safety information.
• Develop skills to contribute to safety programs and initiatives.
• Foster a culture of safety within the workplace.

Course Outlines

Day 1: Introduction to Workplace Safety

• Overview of workplace safety and its importance.
• Key terms and concepts in health and safety.
• Regulatory requirements and compliance.
• Role of non-HSE professionals in promoting safety.
• Introduction to risk management.

Day 2: Identifying and Assessing Hazards

• Types of workplace hazards.
• Methods for hazard identification.
• Risk assessment techniques.
• Prioritizing risks and safety concerns.
• Utilizing checklists and tools for hazard assessment.

Day 3: Safety Communication and Reporting

• Effective communication strategies for safety.
• Reporting safety incidents and near misses.
• Tools for documenting safety practices.
• Collaboration between teams for safety improvement.
• Encouraging a feedback-driven safety culture.

Day 4: Safety Programs and Initiatives

• Components of an effective safety program.
• Engagement strategies for safety initiatives.
• Monitoring and evaluating safety performance.
• Learning from safety audits and inspections.
• Developing emergency preparedness plans.

Day 5: Promoting a Safety Culture

• Role of leadership in safety culture.
• Building and sustaining safety awareness.
• Recognition and rewards for safety contributions.
• Behavioral safety and human factors.
• Continuous improvement and adaptation in safety practices.