Risk Management Fundamentals for a Safe Workplace

Gain a comprehensive understanding of hazard, harm, events, incidents, near misses, and risks. Explore the distinction between static and dynamic workplaces, delve into the Risk Management cycle, and learn practical strategies for risk mitigation.

Description

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This training provides an in-depth exploration of key concepts in risk management, emphasizing hazard differentiation, workplace dynamics, and the Risk Management cycle's application. Participants will learn essential skills such as conducting on-site risk assessments, identifying risks in various job tasks, and understanding individual versus organizational risk appetite. The course also covers the practical application of the hierarchy of controls to minimize risks associated with work activities.

Content

  • Defining hazard, harm, event, incident, near miss, and risk

  • Understanding static and dynamic workplaces

  • Exploring the Risk Management cycle and its relevance to the severity and consequence of risk

  • On-site and in-the-moment risk assessment techniques

  • Strategies for identifying risks across job tasks and interactions

  • Differentiating individual and organizational risk appetite

  • Application of the hierarchy of controls to reduce work-related risks

  • Knowing when to cease work and the associated processes

Takeaways

  1. Profound understanding of hazard, harm, events, incidents, near misses, and risks.

  2. Enhanced ability to assess risks on-site and in real-time.

  3. Strategies for identifying and mitigating risks in various job tasks.

  4. Application of the hierarchy of controls to reduce work-related risks.

  5. Clarity on individual versus organizational risk appetite.

  6. Knowledge on when to cease work and the appropriate processes to follow.

Who Should Attend

This training is ideal for health and safety Reps (HSR’s), health and safety advisors, supervisors, and anyone responsible for ensuring workplace safety.

Facilitated by

Stephanie creates a safe environment to address each person’s needs and get the relevant and appropriate message across in a fun and relatable way.  Uniquely qualified to deliver many aspects of Health, Safety and Wellness education, Stephanie informs and inspires her audiences.

She has worked as a Health and Safety Educator since 1996; beginning her journey with the Engineers Union; working for 2 years with the British Health and Safety Executive and then working for many years as a Health and Safety Consultant with various clients.

Stephanie has a Masters Degree in Consumer and Applied Science (Otago), a post graduate certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (Otago) and a Licentiate diploma in Speech and Drama from the Trinity College of London. 

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