Hazards Identification and Risk Management

Course Overview

Learning Outcomes

• Understanding of the principles and methods of hazard identification and risk assessment.
  
• Ability to identify and evaluate the potential hazards in a workplace.
• Knowledge of the various types of hazards, such as physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and psychosocial hazards.
• Understanding of the factors that contribute to the severity of risk, such as likelihood of occurrence, frequency, and consequences.
• Knowledge of risk assessment techniques, such as hazard analysis and risk matrix.
• Ability to prioritize hazards based on their level of risk and implement controls to reduce the risk.
• Understanding of the importance of continuous monitoring and reviewing of the risk assessment process to ensure it remains effective and up-to-date.

Mode of Delivery

Course Content

Training should emphasize on the following contents:

• Introduction to Hazards Identification and Risk Management: Overview of the importance of hazards identification and risk management in maintaining a safe work environment, identification of common hazards and risks that exist in various industries and environments.
• Identifying and Assessing Hazards: Techniques for identifying and assessing hazards in the workplace, evaluation of the potential consequences of hazards.
• Risk Management Process: Understanding the risk management process including risk assessment, risk evaluation, and risk control, developing strategies to control hazards and minimize risks.
• Hazard Analysis Techniques: Overview of various hazard analysis techniques including Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP).
• Risk Assessment Methods: Overview of various risk assessment methods including Qualitative and Quantitative risk assessment, identifying and evaluating the likelihood and consequences of hazards.
• Risk Control Measures: Implementing appropriate risk control measures including elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Safety Procedures and Compliance: Compliance with OSHA and other regulatory bodies, safety audits and inspections, record-keeping and reporting requirements.
• Emergency Preparedness and Response: Identification and management of emergency situations, emergency response procedures and emergency response teams, first aid and emergency medical services.
• Safety Training and Communication: Importance of safety training for employees on hazards identification and risk management, communication of hazards identification and risk management policies and procedures, employee engagement and feedback.

Entry Requirements

Program Duration

Examination

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