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IOSH Managing Safely

IOSH – Managing Safely

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About Course

Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) is the only Chartered body for Health and Safety Professionals in the world. IOSH were founded in 1945 and have been registered as a charity since 1962. In 2002, awarded as a Royal Charter. As the largest health and safety membership organization in the world, IOSH has more than 44,000 individual members in over 100 countries. Across the world, two million people die every year as a result of health and safety failures therefore IOSH are committed to creating “A world of work which is safe, healthy and sustainable”. That’s why one of IOSH main aims is to maintain high standards throughout the profession via the training courses IOSH delivers. IOSH is one of the world’s leaders in health and safety training more than 130,000 people take one an IOSH course every year.

IOSH MANAGING SAFELY ( IOSH MS )

IOSH Managing Safely ( IOSH MS ) course is a UK standard training designed to provide participants with a broad overview on health, safety & environmental topics.
This programme which is a full of step-by-step guidance, has a sharp business focus. The hands on, jargon-free format engages and inspires, and has helped a huge range of businesses to raise standards of safety and health.

IOSH Managing Safely is a comprehensive course intended to educate novices as well as working professionals who wish to succeed in the area of occupational health, safety and environment (HSE).

The course is customized to work professionals such as supervisors or managers who are involved in other workers’ safety and security and who want to enhance their career prospects by adding new dimensions to their level of education.

Not only those associated with the Department of Safety and Health, any worker who wishes to update himself or herself with occupational safety and health standards and regulations, can take this course as general knowledge on safety in the workplace can be helpful in overcoming occupational mishaps and causalities
On completion of this course, participants will gain sufficient knowledge and skills to deal with health and safety issues.

IOSH Managing Safely covers basic health and safety issues which includes a short topic tackling environmental issues.

COURSE SYLLABUS:

IOSH MS course covers following modules:

Introducing Managing Safely.
Assessing risks.
Controlling risks.
Understanding your responsibilities.
Identifying hazards.
Investigating accidents and incidents.
Measuring performance

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What Will You Learn?

  • In the Managing Safely course, you'll learn how to:
  • Understand workplace safety and your legal responsibilities as a manager.
  • Identify and assess risks, and implement effective control measures.
  • Create safety policies and investigate accidents to prevent future incidents.
  • Promote a safety culture through communication, feedback, and leading by example.
  • Measure and improve safety performance and develop emergency response plans.
  • Stay updated on safety regulations to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.

Material Includes

  • Presentations:
  • Slides: Engaging PowerPoint slides or similar formats to break down safety concepts into manageable sections. These often include bullet points, key facts, and visuals to reinforce the learning.
  • Interactive Videos: Multimedia videos that demonstrate real-life safety scenarios, hazards, and solutions. These may be interactive, allowing participants to make decisions or answer questions during the video to reinforce their understanding.
  • Assessment Tools:
  • Quizzes: Short quizzes designed to test knowledge at various points during the course, helping participants to check their progress and understand the material better.
  • Exams: A more formal assessment, often at the end of the course, to evaluate the participant’s comprehension of safety principles and ability to apply them in the workplace.
  • These materials aim to boost engagement, deepen understanding, and help learners retain essential safety management principles for effective application in the workplace.

Requirements

  • Basic Skills:
  • Literacy: Participants should be able to read, understand, and follow instructions, safety procedures, and documentation.
  • Numeracy: Participants may need basic math skills for tasks such as measuring, calculating risks, or understanding safety data.
  • Computer Literacy: Basic computer skills could be required, especially for completing online assessments or accessing safety manuals and guidelines.
  • Language Proficiency:
  • Participants should have a good understanding of the language used in the course, ensuring that they can fully comprehend the materials and instructions, participate in discussions, and complete assessments.
  • Safety Awareness:
  • A foundational understanding of workplace health and safety is crucial. This means participants should be aware of common hazards, safety protocols, and personal protective equipment (PPE), even before they start the course.
  • Participation:
  • Active engagement in class discussions, activities, and group tasks is vital. Safety is a shared responsibility, and hands-on participation helps participants grasp key concepts more effectively.
  • Assignments:
  • Participants should complete all assigned tasks, projects, and assessments to the best of their ability. This ensures they understand the material and can apply what they've learned in real-life scenarios.
  • Feedback:
  • Providing feedback on the course content and delivery is crucial for continuous improvement. Constructive feedback helps instructors tailor the program to better meet the needs of future participants.
  • Certification:
  • To earn certification or completion status, participants must meet all the course criteria, including passing assessments, demonstrating knowledge, and adhering to the safety practices taught.

Audience

  • Managers and Supervisors: Responsible for overseeing safety practices and ensuring compliance within their teams or departments.

Course Content

Introduction

  • IOSH introduction & course outline

User Guide

Module 1: Introducing Managing Safely
Managing Safely is a comprehensive course designed to equip managers and supervisors with the skills and knowledge to effectively manage health and safety in the workplace. It focuses on ensuring that managers can integrate safety practices into their daily operations and make informed decisions that enhance workplace safety. Key Objectives Understanding Responsibilities: Learn the significance of health and safety management and the key responsibilities of managers in creating and maintaining a safe working environment. Risk Assessment: Develop skills in identifying hazards, assessing risks, and applying appropriate control measures to minimize risk. Investigating Incidents: Learn the process of investigating workplace incidents, identifying their root causes, and implementing preventive actions to avoid recurrence. Measuring Performance: Understand how to monitor, measure, and evaluate health and safety performance to drive continuous improvement. Protecting the Environment: Understand the environmental impact of workplace operations and how to minimize or manage environmental risks effectively. Course Content Introducing Managing Safely: An introduction to the importance of health and safety and the manager's role in ensuring a safe workplace. Assessing Risks: Learn to identify potential hazards and assess risks using risk assessment techniques and tools. Controlling Risks: Practical methods for controlling risks and implementing safety measures to mitigate identified hazards. Understanding Responsibilities: A deeper look into the legal and ethical responsibilities that managers have regarding health and safety. Identifying Hazards: Common workplace hazards and practical approaches to recognizing them. Investigating Incidents: Steps to properly investigate workplace incidents, understand their root causes, and develop strategies to prevent future occurrences. Measuring Performance: Tools and techniques for evaluating health and safety performance and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Protecting Our Environment: An overview of environmental issues related to workplace activities and strategies for managing them effectively. Benefits Enhanced Safety Awareness: Managers will become more attuned to safety issues, enhancing their ability to address and manage them. Improved Compliance: Organizations will ensure better compliance with health and safety regulations, reducing the risk of legal and regulatory issues. Reduced Incidents: By learning effective risk management and investigation techniques, managers can reduce the frequency and severity of workplace incidents. Environmental Responsibility: The course emphasizes the importance of sustainable practices, helping reduce environmental impact and fostering corporate social responsibility. The Managing Safely course is accredited by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), ensuring that it meets high standards of quality and relevance in the field of health and safety management. It is an essential course for any manager who wishes to improve safety standards within their team or organization.

Module 2: Assessing Risk
In this module, you will learn how to assess risks in the workplace effectively. It covers the critical definitions of risk and hazard and introduces a structured approach to risk assessment. This process is vital for identifying and managing risks to ensure the safety of employees and the organization as a whole. Key Topics Covered in Module 2: Understanding Risk and Hazard: Hazard: Anything that has the potential to cause harm. Risk: The likelihood of harm occurring from a hazard and the severity of its consequences. The Risk Assessment Process: Identifying Hazards: Recognizing potential sources of harm in the workplace (e.g., machinery, chemicals, working conditions). Determining Who Might Be Harmed: Identifying individuals or groups who may be affected by the hazards, such as workers, contractors, or visitors. Evaluating the Risk: Assessing both the likelihood of the hazard causing harm and the severity of the potential impact (e.g., minor injury vs. serious accident). Deciding on Control Measures: Determining what actions need to be taken to minimize or eliminate the risk, such as engineering controls, administrative controls, or personal protective equipment (PPE). Risk Control: Identifying appropriate control measures based on the hierarchy of controls (e.g., eliminating hazards, substituting safer materials, implementing engineering solutions). Recording and Reviewing Risk Assessments: The importance of documenting the risk assessment findings and maintaining a record of hazards and control measures. Regularly reviewing risk assessments to ensure they remain up-to-date and effective, especially when changes occur in the workplace. Practical Guidance for Managers: How to conduct a comprehensive risk assessment in a clear and structured way. The use of checklists and templates to help identify common hazards. Ensuring that control measures are both practical and effective in reducing risks. Module Learning Outcomes: By the end of this module, you will have the knowledge and skills to: Carry out a structured risk assessment. Prioritize risks based on their severity and likelihood. Implement appropriate measures to reduce or control risks. Document and review risk assessments to maintain safety and compliance. This module is designed to help managers create a safer work environment by identifying risks early and taking appropriate actions to control them. The goal is to ensure that potential hazards are managed effectively, safeguarding employees and the organization.

Module 3: Controlling Risks
Controlling risks is a critical process to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. It involves a systematic approach that includes identifying hazards, assessing risks, implementing control measures, and continuously monitoring safety practices. Here’s an overview of the key steps involved in controlling risks: 1. Hazard Identification: Regular Inspections: Conducting routine inspections to identify hazards in the workplace. Employee Feedback: Encouraging workers to report potential hazards and unsafe conditions. 2. Risk Assessment: Evaluating Likelihood and Severity: Assessing the likelihood of harm occurring and the potential severity of the consequences associated with each identified hazard. 3. Implementing Control Measures (Hierarchy of Controls): Control measures are implemented to reduce the identified risks. The Hierarchy of Controls is a framework for selecting the most effective control strategies, listed from most to least effective: Elimination: Removing the hazard completely from the workplace (e.g., replacing a dangerous machine). Substitution: Replacing a hazardous substance or process with a safer alternative (e.g., using a less toxic chemical). Engineering Controls: Making physical changes to the workplace or equipment (e.g., installing safety guards or ventilation systems). Administrative Controls: Changing work procedures or policies to minimize exposure (e.g., rotating workers, implementing safe work practices). Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Providing employees with appropriate PPE, such as helmets, gloves, or respiratory protection, as a last line of defense. 4. Monitoring and Reviewing Control Measures: Regular Monitoring: Continuously checking the effectiveness of implemented control measures. Review: Periodically reviewing risk assessments to ensure they remain up to date and relevant to any changes in the workplace. 5. Communication and Training: Employee Involvement: Actively engaging employees in safety processes and encouraging their participation in hazard identification and risk management. Training: Ensuring employees are properly trained on the risks they may face, how to use safety equipment, and how to follow safety procedures. 6. Legal Compliance and Record-Keeping: Adhering to Regulations: Complying with local and international health and safety regulations. Maintaining Records: Keeping detailed records of risk assessments, control measures, training, and incidents to demonstrate compliance and facilitate audits. 7. Creating a Safety Culture: Ongoing Improvement: Encouraging a continuous improvement mindset, where safety practices are regularly assessed and refined. Safety Leadership: Management should actively lead by example and foster a safety culture that promotes openness and commitment to safety. Outcome: By systematically identifying, assessing, and controlling risks, organizations can prevent accidents, injuries, and illnesses, thereby creating a safer and healthier work environment for all employees.

Module 4 – Understanding Your Responsibilities
Safety Responsibilities Summary Employers are responsible for providing a safe workplace, implementing risk controls, and ensuring employees are trained and informed about safety procedures. Employees must follow safety protocols, use protective equipment properly, and report any hazards or unsafe conditions. Managers need to supervise safety practices, investigate incidents, and support a safety culture. Safety Representatives act as intermediaries, representing employees’ safety concerns and participating in safety discussions. Regulatory Bodies enforce safety regulations, conduct inspections, and provide guidance on best practices.

Module 5 – Identifying Hazards
Definition of Hazards: A hazard refers to anything that can potentially cause harm, including physical objects, processes, conditions, or behaviors that pose risks. Types of Hazards: Physical Hazards: Objects or conditions that can cause physical injury, such as machinery, slippery floors, or excessive noise. Chemical Hazards: Hazardous substances that can harm workers through exposure, such as toxic chemicals, solvents, or fumes. Biological Hazards: Biological agents that may cause health issues, such as bacteria, viruses, mold, or fungi. Ergonomic Hazards: Factors that strain the body or lead to musculoskeletal problems, such as poor workstation setup or repetitive movements. Psychosocial Hazards: Conditions that can lead to mental health issues or stress, such as workplace bullying, high workload, or lack of social support. Methods for Identifying Hazards: Inspections: Regular safety walkthroughs of the workplace to identify potential risks. Job Safety Analysis (JSA): Evaluating each step of a task to detect potential hazards and mitigate risks. Consultation: Engaging employees, safety officers, or experts to identify and address hazards. Review of Incidents: Analyzing past accidents or near-miss events to identify recurring risks. Safety Audits: Thorough assessments of safety practices and conditions to ensure compliance. Checklists: Using predefined lists to ensure no potential hazards are overlooked. Risk Assessment: Once hazards are identified, assessing their likelihood and severity helps prioritize which risks require immediate attention and which controls are necessary. Control Measures: Actions or strategies used to reduce or eliminate hazards. These can include engineering controls, administrative procedures, or personal protective equipment (PPE). Ongoing Monitoring: Continuously reviewing the workplace and its processes to identify new hazards and assess the effectiveness of existing control measures. Training and Awareness: Ensuring that all employees are aware of workplace hazards and are trained on how to safely manage them.

Module 6 – Investing Accidents and Incidents
Incident Investigation is a structured process designed to identify the root causes of unexpected events, assess their impact, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. The process begins with an immediate response to secure the incident scene and ensure the safety of all personnel, preserving evidence for analysis. Next, the incident is reported, and a detailed investigation is conducted, which includes collecting data through physical evidence, witness interviews, and observations. This data is then analyzed using tools like root cause analysis and fault tree analysis to uncover the underlying causes of the incident. Based on these findings, recommendations for corrective actions are made and implemented. These actions are monitored for effectiveness, and follow-up reviews are conducted to assess the success of the corrective measures and update safety procedures if needed. Throughout the investigation, it is essential to maintain objectivity, protect confidentiality, and comply with legal and regulatory requirements, ensuring all involved personnel are properly trained. This comprehensive approach not only helps to understand what caused the incident but also strengthens the workplace safety culture by preventing similar occurrences in the future.

Module 7 – Measuring Performance
Measuring Performance is a critical process for evaluating how well an organization, team, or individual is achieving their objectives. It helps identify strengths, pinpoint areas for improvement, and track overall progress. Here’s a breakdown: Purpose of Measuring Performance Assess Effectiveness: Evaluate if goals and objectives are being met. Improve Efficiency: Find areas where processes can be optimized. Inform Decision-Making: Provide data to guide resource allocation and strategy. Motivate and Align: Ensure efforts are aligned with organizational goals and inspire employees. Key Steps in Measuring Performance Define Objectives and Metrics: Objectives: Set clear, measurable goals. Metrics: Develop indicators (quantitative or qualitative) to track progress. Collect Data: Sources: Gather data from performance reports, surveys, financials, and feedback. Methods: Use surveys, observations, and analytics tools to collect relevant information. Analyze Data: Comparison: Measure performance against benchmarks, targets, or historical data. Trends: Identify patterns and performance trends over time. Evaluate Performance: Performance Reviews: Assess strengths and weaknesses. Gap Analysis: Identify discrepancies between expected and actual performance. Report Findings: Documentation: Summarize results, analysis, and insights. Communication: Share findings with stakeholders, including management and team members. Take Action: Improvement Plans: Develop and implement corrective actions for underperformance. Adjust Strategies: Modify processes and strategies to improve results. Review and Adjust: Continuous Monitoring: Regularly track progress and adjust goals as needed. Feedback Loop: Refine objectives and metrics based on feedback. Types of Performance Measures Financial Metrics: Profitability, revenue growth, cost management. Operational Metrics: Efficiency of processes, cycle times, error rates. Customer Metrics: Satisfaction, retention rates, market share. Employee Metrics: Engagement, productivity, turnover. Strategic Metrics: Long-term goals such as innovation, market positioning. Tools and Techniques KPIs: Key Performance Indicators measure success in meeting objectives. Balanced Scorecard: Framework measuring financial, customer, internal processes, and growth perspectives. Benchmarking: Comparing against industry standards or best practices. Performance Dashboards: Visual tools providing real-time insights. Best Practices Align with Goals: Ensure performance measures reflect organizational objectives. Set Realistic Targets: Establish achievable benchmarks based on data. Foster Continuous Improvement: Encourage regular assessments and process optimization. Engage Stakeholders: Involve employees and stakeholders in the performance review process. Conclusion Measuring performance is essential to understanding organizational success. By utilizing structured tools and methods, companies can enhance efficiency, achieve goals, and foster long-term growth. Regular monitoring and feedback ensure ongoing improvement and alignment with broader objectives.

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  1. 8 months ago
    best LMS foe Iosh
₹9,999.00 ₹19,999.00
  • Intermediate
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  • August 11, 2025
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