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14 sessionsOnline / Live
14 sessionsIntroduction
Course overview
Why Attend?
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) is essential for protecting employees from workplace hazards and ensuring their well-being. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of OHS principles, helping participants create a safe and healthy work environment. By attending, you will learn how to prevent workplace accidents, comply with regulations, and promote a culture of safety.
What you will achieve
Learning objectives
- Understand the principles of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS).
- Learn key OHS regulations and compliance requirements.
- Identify workplace hazards and implement control measures.
- Develop skills to promote a safety-first culture.
- Gain knowledge of health and wellness programs for employees.
Who should attend
Target audience
- This course is ideal for:
- HSE officers and safety managers.
- HR professionals responsible for employee well-being.
- Managers and supervisors overseeing workplace safety.
- Employees involved in safety and health management.
- Anyone interested in improving workplace health and safety.
- Target Competencies
- Participants will develop the following competencies:
Methodology
Learning approach
- Lectures: Expert-led sessions on OHS principles, regulations, and best practices.
- Case Studies: Real-world examples of OHS successes and failures.
- Group Discussions: Collaborative activities to share ideas and experiences.
- Practical Exercises: Hands-on activities to apply OHS concepts.
- Assessments: Quizzes and exercises to reinforce learning.
Complete course outline
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
Introduction to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
- What is OHS? Key concepts and importance.
- The business case for OHS: Benefits of a safe and healthy workplace.
- Coffee break
- The business case for OHS: Benefits of a safe and healthy workplace. (continued)
- Overview of OHS regulations and standards (e.g., OSHA, ISO 45001).
- Activity: Group discussion on workplace safety challenges.
Day 2
Workplace Hazards and Risk Assessment
- Types of workplace hazards: Physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic.
- Risk assessment methodologies: Identifying, analyzing, and evaluating risks.
- Implementing control measures to mitigate risks.
- Coffee break
- Implementing control measures to mitigate risks. (continued)
- Activity: Conducting a risk assessment for a simulated workplace scenario.
Day 3
Occupational Health and Wellness Programs
- Principles of occupational health: Preventing workplace illnesses and injuries.
- Health and wellness programs: Promoting physical and mental well-being.
- Ergonomics: Designing workspaces to prevent strain and injury.
- Coffee break
- Ergonomics: Designing workspaces to prevent strain and injury. (continued)
- Activity: Designing a health and wellness program for a simulated organization.
Day 4
Safety Training and Emergency Preparedness
- Importance of safety training for employees.
- Developing and delivering effective safety training programs.
- Coffee break
- Developing and delivering effective safety training programs. (continued)
- Emergency preparedness: Planning and conducting drills.
- Activity: Conducting a safety training session.
Day 5
Building a Safety-First Culture
- The role of leadership in promoting OHS.
- Strategies for fostering a safety-first culture.
- Employee engagement and participation in OHS initiatives.
- Course wrap-up: Key takeaways and action plans for continued improvement.
- Coffee break
- Course wrap-up: Key takeaways and action plans for continued improvement. (continued)
- Additional Notes :
- Each day includes breaks and time for Q&A.
- Participants will receive a workbook with templates, checklists, and resources.
- A certificate of completion will be awarded at the end of the course.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Occupational Health and Safety (OHS): Ensuring Employee Well-Being (HSE-003) cover?
This course covers Health Safety and Environment through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 16 - 20 November 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
This course is ideal for:, HSE officers and safety managers., HR professionals responsible for employee well-being.
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Barcelona, Dubai, Cape Town, Amsterdam, London, Istanbul, Munich, Paris, Frankfurt, Kuala lumpur, Rome, Vienna, Geneva, Madrid.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days, with up to five training hours per day, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Each programme includes a total of 25 training hours.
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