Overview:

Risk assessment is a fundamental process in workplace safety, designed to identify potential hazards and evaluate risks that could negatively impact employees and operations. By systematically examining work activities and environments, you can prevent harm, reduce workplace incidents, and ensure compliance with legal and safety standards. This training equips participants with the knowledge and tools to conduct thorough risk assessments and implement effective control measures.

Key Contents:

1. Introduction to Risk Assessment

• Definition and Importance
• Legal Requirements and Compliance
• Roles and Responsibilities in Risk Assessment

2. Identifying Hazards

• Understanding Different Types of Hazards (Physical, Chemical, Biological, Ergonomic, Psychosocial)
• Techniques for Hazard Identification (Workplace Inspections, Employee Consultations, Accident Reports)

3. Evaluating Risks

• Risk Matrix: Likelihood and Severity
• Prioritizing Risks: High, Medium, Low
• Examples of Common Workplace Risks

4. Control Measures

• Hierarchy of Controls: Elimination, Substitution, Engineering Controls, Administrative Controls, PPE
• Selecting and Implementing Appropriate Control Measures
• Evaluating the Effectiveness of Control Measures

5. Conducting a Risk Assessment

• Step-by-Step Guide to Conducting Risk Assessments
• Risk Assessment Templates and Tools
• Case Studies and Practical Exercises

6. Monitoring and Reviewing Risks

• Continuous Monitoring and Risk Review
• Incident Reporting and Investigations
• Adapting to Changes in the Workplace (New Equipment, Processes, Regulations)

7. Communication and Training

• Communicating Risk Findings to Employees
• Training Workers on Identified Risks and Control Measures
• Involving Employees in the Risk Assessment Process

8. Documentation and Record Keeping

   • Importance of Accurate Documentation
   • Record-Keeping Requirements
   • Auditing and Reviewing Documentation

Course Duration:

• Basic Level: 1 Day (8 Hours)

• Suitable for employees and supervisors with limited prior knowledge of risk assessment.

• Intermediate Level: 2 Days (16 Hours)

• Designed for safety officers and managers responsible for implementing risk assessment procedures.

• Advanced Level: 3 Days (24 Hours)

  • Focused on comprehensive risk assessment training for senior management and safety professionals, including detailed case studies and advanced risk management techniques.

Learning Outcomes:

• Ability to identify and assess risks in the workplace.
• Understanding of legal requirements and best practices in risk management.
• Skills to implement effective control measures and monitor their effectiveness.
• Confidence in conducting and documenting risk assessments.
• Enhanced communication of risks and control measures to employees.

This training ensures that participants gain practical experience and are prepared to create a safer working environment.