This course provides a comprehensive introduction to identifying workplace hazards and assessing risks in various professional environments. Learners gain the skills needed to recognise potential dangers, understand their impact, and apply structured risk assessment methods. The programme supports safer working practices, improved decision‑making, and compliance with safety standards. The training is online and self‑paced, allowing flexible study at any time.
Who This Course Is For
- Employees, supervisors, and managers across all industries.
- Health and safety officers or those aspiring to work in safety roles.
- Individuals seeking to strengthen workplace safety awareness.
- Anyone responsible for maintaining safe working conditions.
What You Will Learn
Module 1 – Introduction to Workplace Hazards
Explains what hazards are, different hazard categories, how they originate, and why hazard identification is essential.
Module 2 – Types of Hazards
Covers common hazards such as physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and psychosocial risks, with real‑world examples.
Module 3 – Risk Assessment Basics
Introduces core concepts such as likelihood, severity, exposure, and risk rating. Covers how to evaluate and prioritise risks effectively.
Module 4 – Hazard Identification Techniques
Explores practical methods including workplace inspections, job safety analysis, incident review, and employee reports.
Module 5 – Control Measures & Safety Strategies
Discusses the hierarchy of controls, including elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative actions, and PPE.
Module 6 – Monitoring & Reviewing Risks
Focuses on ongoing risk monitoring, record‑keeping, updating assessments, and responding to changes in work environments.
Module 7 – Human Factors & Behavioural Safety
Covers how human error, attitudes, communication, and organisational culture influence hazard exposure and safety outcomes.
Module 8 – Emergency Response Planning
Explains preparation for workplace emergencies, creating response plans, reporting procedures, and staff training requirements.
Assessment & Certification
At the end of the course, learners complete an online assessment. Results are provided instantly. If the learner does not pass, the test can be repeated without extra cost. Upon successful completion, an accredited digital certificate is issued, with the option to request a printed version.
Key Benefits
- Strengthens awareness of workplace hazards and safety practices.
- Builds confidence in conducting structured risk assessments.
- Enhances compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Flexible online learning with recognised certification.
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