3-day Occupational Health and Safety Certification Training Overview The 1 ½ day course for Worker Reps., will have the OH&S Committee points omitted.
ProActive Solutions Inc. is the leading provider for Occupational Health and Safety Certification training throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.
1. Introduction to Occupational Health and Safety
Occupational Health and Safety training, participants will be able to:
Define occupational health and safety Explain basic health and safety terms such as accident, incident (near miss), occupational health and safety program, policies/procedures and risk Describe the role of stakeholders in building a safety culture Explain when a health and safety policy is required and what it should include Name and discuss the elements associated with an effective occupational health and safety program Discuss the benefits of implementing an occupational health and safety program in the workplace Describe the costs related to accidents and injuries Discuss how the reporting of incidents/near misses is key to preventing or reducing injuries in the workplace Identify resources in occupational health and safety (professional associations, web sites, consultants, etc.).
2. Occupational Health and Safety Legislation
Upon completion of Occupational Health and Safety Legislation training, participants will be able to:
Discuss the purpose of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and the Occupational Health & Safety Regulations Describe what is meant by the “internal responsibility system.” Explain what is meant by “due diligence” and how it can be practiced by: employers, supervisors and workers Describe the process for the “right to refuse” unsafe work Describe the role of OH&S committees/WH&S representatives in the right to refuse unsafe work Explain the legislative duties of key people involved in occupational health and safety: Employers, workers, OH&S committees/WH&S representatives, contractors, Department of Labour, and WHSCC. Discuss the WHSCC legislation regarding early and safe return to work How OH&S committees/WH&S representatives can support injured workers' early and safe return to work.
3. Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Committees/ Worker Health and Safety (WH&S) Representatives
Upon completion of Occupational Health and Safety Committees/Worker Health and Safety Representatives training, participants will be able to:
Define occupational health and safety committee and explain its purpose Define worker health and safety representatives and explain their purpose Identify the duties of an OH&S committee/WH&S representative Establish an occupational health and safety committee Develop a “terms of reference.” Identify the activities each of the following perform: OH&S committee members/WH&S representatives, co-chairs, and the secretary Demonstrate knowledge of the components of committee meetings Explain the process for making, communicating and following-up on recommendations Review the minutes-recording process
4. Hazard Recognition, Evaluation and Control
Upon completion of Hazard Recognition, Evaluation and Control training, participants will be able to:
Explain the purpose of hazard recognition, evaluation and control Define the term hazard Give examples of safety hazards and the four types of health hazards Identify how people, equipment, materials and the environment (PEME) contribute to hazards List the different ways of recognizing potential hazards Discuss the process involved in accident/incident investigation Discuss the role of OH&S committees/WH&S representatives in the accident/incident investigation process Evaluate potential hazards by: i. identifying minimum requirements under the OH&S Act and regulations; ii. reviewing standards and guidelines; and iii. evaluating potential risk. Discuss hierarchy of controls - engineering controls (elimination and substitution), administrative controls, and personal protective equipment Discuss the role the following play in hazard recognition, evaluation and control: i. employers ii. workers, and iii. OH&S committees/WH&S representatives Discuss how the recognition, evaluation and control of hazards can support injured workers in returning to the workplace.
5. Workplace Inspections
Upon completion of Workplace Inspections training, participants will be able to:
Define workplace inspections Identify the legislative requirements for workplace inspections Explain the purpose of workplace inspections Describe the importance of hazard recognition, evaluation and control in conducting workplace inspections Discuss the role of OH&S committees/WH&S representatives in workplace inspections Explain the four steps involved in workplace inspections: i. Planning the Inspection ii. Conducting the Inspection iii.Completing the Report iv. Monitoring corrective actions