Course description
This workplace safety course begins by introducing you to behavior-based safety and how to develop a culture of safety among employees. You will learn how to recognize the signs of drug use and how to implement workplace policies to maintain a drug-free workplace. The lessons will also cover workstation ergonomics where you will learn tips and techniques on maintaining good posture at workstations. This will ensure long-term comfort and back safety for all concerned.
As you progress with the course, you will gain a thorough understanding of key safety aspects such as risk analysis, hazard identification and control, and safety education and training. We will also make sure that you learn best practice policies for the implementation of effective safety programs. To provide a better overview of these lessons, we will also take a case study that focuses on the management of health and safety in schools.
Sometimes, people panic when emergencies at work arise. But if you have an in-depth knowledge of the important aspects of workplace safety and health, then this panic can be averted. This is why the Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health is crucial for anyone wishing to attain certification or gain a greater understanding of health and safety management. So check out the free online course and create a better environment in your workplace now.
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Training content
The Basics of Behaviour Based Safety
Description: In this module, you are given an introduction to behaviour based safety. You will learn what behaviour is and what is involved in behaviour based safety. You will also learn how a behaviour based safety programme forms part of a wider safety culture.
- Learning Outcomes
- Introduction to Behaviour Based Safety
- Safety Cultures and The Safety Cycle
- Lesson Summary
The Team and Behaviour Based Safety
Description: In this module, you will learn about the roles and responsibilities of the supervisor and employee when it comes to behaviour based safety. You will learn about factors that cause incidents and influence behaviour and about the importance of observing behaviour. You will discover how effective reinforcement and motivational techniques encourage good behaviour. You will learn how transactional analysis can be a useful tool for supervisors and team leaders.
- Learning Outcomes
- Your Role as a Supervisor or Team Leader
- Understanding Your Team and Its Behaviour
- Motivating Your Team
- Lesson Summary
Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health - First Assessment
Description: You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.
- Assessment: Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health - First Assessment
Introducing Workstation Ergonomics
Description: In this module, you will be introduced to ergonomics, and to the factors affecting workstation ergonomics. This module will explain what ergonomics is and how it can be used to improve the way you use your computer workstation. BY studying this module, you will be able to identify the key factors that affect workstation ergonomics.
- Learning Outcomes
- Introduction to Ergonomics
- Factors Affecting Workstation Ergonomics
- Lesson Summary
Designing an Ergonomic Workstation
Description: In this module, you will learn about using a visual display unit (VDU) and other equipment. You will be able to recognise the key factors for effective VDU use and you will also learn to identify the types of equipment that can create an ergonomic workstation.
- Learning Outcomes
- Using a VDU Effectively
- Equipment for an Ergonomic Workstation
- Lesson Summary
Physical and Environmental Ergonomic Factors
Description: In this module, you will learn about the physical and environmental factors affecting workstation ergonomics. You will be able recognise the physical and environmental factors that impact on an ergonomic workstation. This module presents a case study concerning ergonomic workstation design which will help you learn to choose appropriate solutions to ergonomic problems in a workplace.
- Learning Outcomes
- Physical Ergonomic Factors
- Environmental Ergonomic Factors
- Case Study – Ergonomics
- Lesson Summary
Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)
Description: In this module , you will learn about recognizing and preventing MSDs. This module also features a case study concerning the prevention of MSDs in the workplace which will allow you to examine a realistic situation in the workplace. You will learn to choose appropriate solutions to prevent MSDs in the workplace.
- Learning Outcomes
- Recognizing Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)
- Preventing Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)
- Case Study - Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)
- Lesson Summary
Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health - Second Assessment
Description: You must score 80% or more in this assessment.
- Assessment: Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health - Second Assessment
The Basics of Back Safety
Description: In this module, you will learn about how back injury problems can occur in the workplace. This module will teach you about how ergonomics can reduce back injuries. Discover job-specific hazards and different types of control.
- Learning Outcomes
- Back Safety - The Basics
- Taking Care of Your Back
- Minimising the Risks
- Lesson Summary
Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health - Third Assessment
Description: You must score 80% or more to pass this statement.
- Assessment: Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health - Third Assessment
Promoting a Drug-Free Workplace
Description: In this module, you will learn about the signs of drug misuse at work and how drug use can impact on business. Find out how to recognise the stages of addiction and about the most commonly used drugs and learn about the benefits of a drugs misuse policy and the importance of education.
- Learning Outcomes
- Drugs and the Workplace
- Lesson Summary
Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health - Fourth Assessment
Description: You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.
- Assessment: Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health - Fourth Assessment
Introduction to Safety and Health Legislation and General Duties
Description: This module will introduce you to the legislation that is in place to protect children in school. You will learn about the general duties that must be carried out to guarantee the safety of students.
- Learning Outcomes
- Safety and Health Legislation
- Duties and Responsibilities
- Safety Statement
- Lesson Summary
Risk Assessment
Description: In this module, you will learn about identifying hazards and assessing risks within a school. You will also learn about putting measures in place to reduce or eliminate these risks.
- Learning Outcomes
- What is a Hazard?
- Types of Hazards
- What is Risk?
- Measuring Risk
- Assessing Risk
- Controls
- Working Safely
- Lesson Summary
Emergency Planning, Reporting Accidents/Dangerous Occurrences
Description: In this module, you will learn about planning for emergencies and how to prepare and reaction to accidents. You will also learn how to report accidents.
- Learning Outcomes
- Emergency Planning
- Accidents and Dangerous Occurences
- An Accident Report Scenario
- Lesson Summary
Safety and Health Management System
Description: In this module, you will learn about the key elements of a Safety and Health Management System. You will also learn about the role of a safety committeeand the main entitlements of a safety representative.
- Learning Outcomes
- Safety and Health Management
- Safety Committee
- Lesson Summary
Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health - Fifth Assessment
Description: You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.
- Assessment: Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health - Fifth Assessment
Course assessment
- Assessment: Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health - Final Assessment
Certification / Credits
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Explain the purpose of a behavior-based safety program
- Distinguish between the roles and responsibilities of a supervisor and an employee
- Identify factors that can cause incidents
- Explain the concept of workstation ergonomics concerning people and their work
- Describe how to prevent back injury problems in the workplace
- Explain health and safety legislation in schools, as well as specific duties and responsibilities
- Describe how to prepare for an emergency, how to report accidents and create a safety statement
- Explain the roles of safety representatives and a safety committee within the school system
- Recognize the signs of drug use and how to deal with someone you suspect is under the influence of alcohol or drugs
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