NISO Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health
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Introduction
Occupational Health and Safety is a major concern to employers and employees across all industry sectors in small, medium and large organisations and indigenous. Preventable accidents, lost time and errors cost businesses both time and money, not to mention the personal pain and suffering that many accidents at work bring to those affected. It makes sense, therefore, that businesses with a strategic Occupational Health and Safety plan show lower injury rates while enjoying higher productivity and employee morale. Effective training and awareness is probably the most cost effective safety measure available to any company. Most workers and managers will be aware of and take action in the obvious areas, mostly in a reactive capacity. However, training sharpens the mind and increases the opportunity for a proactive systematic approach to managing workplace safety and health.
Aim / Objectives:
The primary objectives of this course is to equip participants with the knowledge to work safely in a variety of workplaces and to comply with the competency requirements laid down in the Safety Health & Welfare at Work Act 2005. The course seeks to furnish participants with a good basic knowledge and understanding of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH), outlining what is required to provide a safe place of work.
Who should attend?
Managers, Supervisors, Safety Representatives and others who have some responsibility for safety and health at work or wish to gain knowledge in this area.
Course Content
- Fundamentals of Health and Safety
Legislation(OHS)
Risk and Safety Management
Fire, Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Chemical Safety
Physical Hazards: Electricity, Machinery, Noise, Vibration and Radiation
Ergonomics
Psycho-Social Hazards
Occupational Health
Accident Causation and investigation
- The Management of Health & Safety in two sectors, Construction & Agriculture is examined
Construction Safety
Agricultural Safety
A review of the key concepts developed throughout the programme and integration of common themes across a variety of industry sectors. Tutorial on exam techniques.
Methodology
This course comprises of a series of thirteen, two hour modules, illustrated with examples and case studies. The presentations are based on the core theme of hazard identification, risk assessment and identification and evaluation of control measures. Innovative teaching methods are used for the delivery of this programme.
Course / Certificate Validation
Students who successfully complete the requirements of all modules and assessments will be awarded the NISO Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health.
Course Duration
13 modules of two hours duration plus a 2 hour examination
Requirements
This course will be taught in English unless previously arranged. Student should identify any special needs on booking the course.
Course Materials
Comprehensive learning materials are supplied and include a NISO eResourse CD containing extensive up to date OSH legislation, OSH Guidance, Codes of Practice, Standards, NISO designed Risk Assessment Templates.
Evaluation Methods
The course assessment includes an assignment based on carrying out a Risk Assessment in the workplace to be submitted during the course and a 2 hour written final examination comprising of multiple choice questions and essay questions.