• ## Fast Track Health and Safety Management Diploma Units
• Module 1: Introduction to Health and Safety Management** • • Define health and safety management and its importance in an organization. • • Identify the key principles and standards applicable to health and safety management. • • Describe the role of the health and safety manager in an organization.
• Module 2: Legal and Regulatory Framework** • • Explain the legal and regulatory framework for health and safety in an organization. • • Discuss relevant legislation, regulations, and standards, including OSHA, NIOSH, and ISO standards. • • Analyze the responsibilities and liabilities of employers and employees under these regulations.
• Module 3: Hazard Identification and Assessment** • • Explain the principles of hazard identification and assessment. • • Describe methods for identifying potential hazards in the workplace. • • Conduct a simple hazard assessment for a specific task or activity.
• Module 4: Risk Management and Control** • • Define risk management and its importance in preventing accidents and injuries. • • Discuss risk assessment techniques and tools used to identify and prioritize risks. • • Implement control measures to mitigate identified risks and ensure safe work practices.
• Module 5: Emergency Preparedness and Response** • • Define emergency preparedness and response and its importance in mitigating emergencies. • • Describe emergency procedures and protocols for different types of emergencies. • • Conduct a simple emergency drill and practice response actions.
• Module 6: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)** • • Explain the importance of PPE in protecting workers from hazards. • • Discuss different types of PPE, their selection, and proper use. • • Demonstrate the use of PPE correctly during a simulated PPE training session.
• Module 7: Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Health** • • Define ergonomics and its importance in preventing musculoskeletal disorders. • • Discuss the principles of good posture, body mechanics, and workstation design. • • Conduct a simple musculoskeletal assessment and provide ergonomic recommendations.
• Module 8: Workplace Health and Hygiene** • • Define workplace health and hygiene and its importance for employee well-being. • • Discuss the principles of good hygiene practices, including hand hygiene, personal hygiene, and waste management. • • Conduct a simple workplace health inspection and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Module 9: Occupational Health and Safety Committee (OHSC)** • • Define the OHSC and its role in promoting a safe and healthy work environment. • • Discuss the responsibilities of the OHSC members and their contribution to risk management. • • Conduct a simple meeting simulation and practice OHSC decision-making.
• Module 10: Continuous Improvement and Training** • • Explain the principles of continuous improvement and its importance for maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. • • Discuss methods for identifying and implementing safety and health improvements. • • Conduct a simple quality control check and provide feedback on safety practices.

Assessment

The assessment is done via submission of assignment. There are no written exams.