Health and Safety in Governance Masterclass

Gain insights into 'Gold Standard' health and safety leadership, foster collaboration among all parties in a health and safety structure, address mental health considerations, and discover support avenues for health and safety inquiries.

Description

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This comprehensive training covers essential topics such as the HSWA compliance hierarchy, health and safety responsibilities, and a detailed exploration of Section 44 of the HSWA. Participants will gain practical knowledge on establishing effective health and safety systems, emphasizing hazard management, risk assessment, incident reporting, and investigation. The training also delves into exemplary health and safety leadership, collaborative efforts within a health and safety structure, the role of mental health, and available support channels. With real-world case studies of recent health and safety prosecutions to enhance practical understanding.

Content

  • Introduction to the HSWA compliance hierarchy and its impact on governance

  • Health and safety responsibilities and liability allocation

  • Deep dive into Section 44 of the HSWA

  • Establishing effective health and safety systems (Emphasis on hazard management, risk assessment, and incident reporting and investigation)

  • 'Gold Standard' health and safety leadership

  • Collaboration among all parties in a health and safety structure

  • Integration of mental health considerations

  • Support and resources for health and safety questions

  • Case study exercises featuring recent health and safety prosecutions

Takeaways

  1. In-depth understanding of the HSWA compliance hierarchy and its governance implications.

  2. Clarity on health and safety responsibilities, liability, and effective direction provision.

  3. Proficiency in Section 44 of the HSWA.

  4. Ability to establish effective health and safety systems, focusing on hazard management and risk assessment.

  5. Insights into 'Gold Standard' health and safety leadership.

  6. Strategies for collaboration within a health and safety structure.

  7. Recognition of the role of mental health in health and safety.

  8. Knowledge of support channels for health and safety inquiries.

  9. Practical application through case study exercises featuring recent prosecutions.

Who Should Attend

This training is essential for health and safety Reps, governance professionals, executives, and individuals responsible for health and safety leadership.

It is valuable for those seeking comprehensive insights into HSWA compliance, effective health and safety systems, and governance practices within organizational structures.

Facilitated by

Steph

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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