Safety in the Workplace
Safety in the Workplace
Power Skills | Workplace Essentials
About This Course
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 for them to be effective. Our Safety In The Workplace course will be instrumental in reviewing common hazards, and safety techniques, and after completion, you will have the tools to help you create a Safety policy for your workplace. By identifying and anticipating hazards, employers can prevent injuries and keep employees safe. 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 Module Eight: Identifying Your Company Hazards Conducting an Inspection Prioritizing Deficiencies Report & Following Up Module Nine: Drug & Alcohol Abuse For Employees For Managers or Supervisors When to Address Implementing a "No Tolerance" Rule Module Ten: Writing the Safety Plan Management Involvement Responsibility Employee Involvement Follow Through with Accident Investigations Training of Employees Module Eleven: Implement the Plan Selecting an Employee Representative Identifying Roles Assigning Responsibility Follow Through Module Twelve: Wrapping Up Duration: 1-2 day in-house workshop with an expert trainer, dependent on your needs (in-person or online)
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Quotations: Quotes are valid for 30 days only. Payments: Payments are due within 30 days from the invoice date if you have an approved account with ht+a, alternately according to any written agreement between ht+a and the Customer, failing which payment is due immediately upon receipt of the invoice. Confirmation: Delegate placements on public courses or scheduling of in-house courses will only be confirmed once payment, an approved purchase order or a signed quotation/agreement is received. All Events: It is the customer's responsibility to ensure they have a stable and active internet connection with suitable equipment (computer or smartphone) to join video calls (where applicable) and access course materials and tests. ht+a's sustainability policy includes not providing printed course materials, including for in-person events, however, customers may choose to print their course materials if desired. In-Person Public Events: The course fee includes the event venue, coffee, refreshments, and lunch. It does not include hotel rooms or travel expenses. ht+a will share the discounted group rate for hotel accommodation with you when available and recommends booking between 2 and 3 weeks prior to each event for rates and flexibility. ht+a is not liable for travel expense losses due to cancellation by either party, weather, flight delays, or other unforeseen circumstances. In-Person In-House Events: Pricing assumes the training will take place at the client's location and ht+a will not provide any catering. The Client will ensure that the training room will be equipped with all necessary tools including flip charts, markers, video projectors/screens, and appropriate furnishings. Publications: The price for certain courses includes the official VDA QMC publication and shipping thereof. Please note that additional local customs or delivery fees are for the customer's account and ht+a will not be responsible for these fees. Certificates: Certificates for VDA QMC courses will only be issued once full payment is received. Certificates for ht+a courses will be automatically issued upon completion of course requirements.