TARGET AUDIENCE FOR THE COURSE:

• Individuals aspiring to work as Safety Officers in industrial or commercial settings
• Current safety personnel seeking to strengthen their skills and qualifications
• Supervisors and team leaders responsible for safety oversight

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

• Understand the role and responsibilities of a Safety Officer
• Identify workplace hazards and assess associated risks
• Implement control measures to reduce incidents and injuries
• Ensure compliance with safety laws and regulations
• Promote employee awareness through safety training and communication
• Conduct inspections, investigations, and safety audits
• Support continuous improvement of the safety management system

COURSE TOPICS:

❖ Introduction to Occupational Safety

• Purpose and scope of workplace safety programmes
• Legal frameworks and regulatory bodies
• The role of the Safety Officer in various sectors
• Overview of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) concepts

❖ Hazard Recognition and Risk Assessment

• Types of workplace hazards
• Risk assessment techniques and documentation
• Hierarchy of controls and safety interventions
• Incident reporting and follow-up procedures

❖ Safety Planning and Implementation

• Developing and enforcing safety policies
• Coordinating emergency preparedness and response plans
• Delivering safety briefings and toolbox talks

Collaborating with other departments to support compliance

❖ Monitoring and Reporting

• Conducting safety inspections and site observations
• Recording and analysing incident data
• Preparing safety reports and recommendations
• Reviewing and updating safety procedures