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CPD Course
Safety in the Workplace
Develop practical knowledge and confidence in Safety in the Workplace. Workplace safety is the responsibility of everyone in an organization. Companies have legal obligations to meet certain safety requirements, but many go further than the minimum obligations. Safety standards and procedures must be put in place, and everyone needs to follow the standards in order...
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Course Description
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Develop practical knowledge and confidence in Safety in the Workplace.
Workplace safety is the responsibility of everyone in an organization. Companies have legal obligations to meet certain safety requirements, but many go further than the minimum obligations. Safety standards and procedures must be put in place, and everyone needs to follow the standards in order for them to be effective.
Why this course matters
This course turns the subject into practical, structured learning you can apply in real business and workplace situations. It is designed to help you move beyond definitions and understand how the ideas, tools and decisions covered in the course fit together.
What you will gain
- Understand the core principles and practical approaches covered in Safety in the Workplace.
- Recognise situations where those approaches can improve workplace decisions or performance.
- Apply the course ideas more confidently in day-to-day professional situations.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for HR professionals, managers, supervisors and people responsible for workplace policies, employee development or team performance.
Course at a glance
- Study time: approximately 2 hours.
- Format: self-paced online learning.
- Professional development: CPD course.
Workplace safety is the responsibility of everyone in an organization. Companies have legal obligations to meet certain safety requirements, but many go further than the minimum obligations. Safety standards and procedures must be put in place, and everyone needs to follow the standards in order for them to be effective.
Our Safety In The Workplace course will be instrumental in reviewing common hazards, safety techniques and after completion, participants will have the tools to help them create a Safety policy for their work place. By identifying and anticipating hazards, employers can prevent injuries and keep employees safe.
Completing this course will confer 2 CPD Credits towards internationally recognised Continuous Professional Development Requirements within organisations operating this kind of staff development methodology.
Course Outline
Module One: Getting Started
Module Two: An Overview
- Work Safety and Health Legislations
- Roles & Duties
- Safety Planning
Module Three: Types of Hazards
- Computer Workstations
- Ergonomics
- Fire Prevention
- Fitness & Wellness
- Heat Stress
- Stress
- Violence
Module Four: Managers Role
- Promoting & Enforcing Safety Standards
- Element of a Health and Safety Program
- Responsibilities
- Corporate Culture
Module Five: Training
- Reasons for Training
- Definition
- Orientation
- On the Job Training
- Safety Meetings
- Planning and Conducting a Training Session
Module Six: Stress Management
- Altering
- Avoiding
- Accepting
- Relaxation Techniques
- Using Routines to Reduce Stress
Module Seven: Workplace Violence
- What is Workplace Violence?
- Identifying
- Addressing
- Implementing a Workplace Harassment Policy
- Review Questions
Module Eight: Identifying Your Company Hazards
- Conducting an Inspection
- Prioritizing Deficiencies
- Report & Following Up
- Review Questions
Module Nine: Drug & Alcohol Abuse
- For Employees
- For Managers or Supervisors
- When to Address
- Implementing a "No Tolerance" Rule
- Review Questions
Module Ten: Writing the Safety Plan
- Management Involvement
- Responsibility
- Employee Involvement
- Follow Through with Accident Investigations
- Training of Employees
- Review Questions
Module Eleven: Implement the Plan
- Selecting an Employee Representative
- Identifying Roles
- Assigning Responsibility
- Follow Through
- Review Questions
Continue your learning
Part of this learning pathway: Health & Safety
Learners also take: Workplace Violence | Universal Safety Practices
Course pathway: eBSI SME Academy > Health & Safety > Safety in the Workplace
Explore more Health & Safety training or return to the eBSI SME Academy.
Your questions, answered
Does the course include a certificate?
The course assessment leads to a downloadable digital PDF CPD Certificate of Completion. See the course description for the CPD credits awarded.
What is CPD?
CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. It is the ongoing learning that helps you maintain and develop the knowledge and skills you use in your work. Courses, workshops and other learning activities can contribute to your CPD record.
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