Risk Assessment and Hazard Control: Proactive Safety Management

Course overview

Course outline

1. 1Day 1: Introduction to Risk Assessment and Hazard Control

   • What is risk assessment? Key concepts and importance.
   • The role of hazard control in proactive safety management.
   • Overview of regulatory requirements and standards (e.g., OSHA, ISO 45001).
   • Activity: Group discussion on workplace hazards and risks.
2. 2Day 2: Identifying Workplace Hazards

   • Types of workplace hazards: Physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and psychosocial.
   • Techniques for hazard identification: Inspections, audits, and employee feedback.
   • Activity: Conducting a workplace hazard identification exercise.
3. 3Day 3: Risk Assessment Methodologies

   • Risk assessment steps: Identifying, analyzing, and evaluating risks.
   • Qualitative vs. quantitative risk assessment methods.
   • Tools and techniques for risk assessment (e.g., risk matrices, checklists).
   • Activity: Performing a risk assessment for a simulated workplace scenario.
4. 4Day 4: Implementing Hazard Control Measures

   • Hierarchy of controls: Elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and PPE.
   • Developing and implementing risk control plans.
   • Monitoring and reviewing control measures for effectiveness.
   • Activity: Creating a hazard control plan for a specific risk.
5. 5Day 5: Proactive Safety Management and Continuous Improvement

   • Developing a proactive safety management plan.
   • Engaging employees in safety initiatives and risk management.
   • Continuous improvement: Regularly reviewing and updating risk assessments and control measures.
   • Course wrap-up: Key takeaways and action plans for continued improvement.