By the end of this course delegates will be able to:

· Leadership skills for effective program implementation.

· How to establish due diligence.

· Design an OH&S program based on international best practices and regulatory requirements.

· Effective methods to reduce the high cost of injuries.

· Due Diligence & the Employer.

· The role of the Workers’ Compensation Board in injury prevention.

· Hazard Identification and Investigation Systems.

· Integration of Health and Wellness Components Within a Safety Program.

· How to be proactive when dealing with employees’ relations and safety.

· Use performance metrics to evaluate and improve OH&S performance

· Integrate psychological and behavioral aspects into safety culture programs.

· Safety Managers and OH&S Officers

· HR Managers involved in workplace safety

· Operations and Production Managers

· Supervisors and Team Leaders

· Quality Assurance Managers

· Compliance and Risk Managers

· Engineers and Technicians responsible for safety

Day 1: Fundamentals of OH&S Program Design

1.1 Introduction to OH&S Programs

· Definition of an OH&S program and its role in workplace safety.

· Understanding international standards (ISO 45001, OSHA) and regulatory frameworks.

1.2 Key Elements of an OH&S Program

· Hazard identification and risk assessment (HIRA).

· Roles and responsibilities of OH&S personnel and leadership.

· Policy development: Safety policies, rules, and procedures.

1.3 Legal and Regulatory Compliance

· Overview of relevant OH&S regulations in different jurisdictions.

· How to align company programs with legal standards (e.g., OSHA, HSE).

Day 2: Risk Assessment and Hazard Control Strategies

2.1 Risk Assessment Techniques

· Hazard identification techniques: HAZOP, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and risk matrices.

· Prioritizing risks and creating risk profiles for the workplace.

2.2 Hazard Control Hierarchy

· Elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE).

· Practical applications of control strategies in diverse industries.

2.3 Developing and Implementing Control Measures

· Creating control plans based on identified risks.

· Integration of technology in hazard control (e.g., safety monitoring systems, automation).

Day 3: Safety Leadership and Employee Engagement

3.1 The Role of Leadership in Safety Culture

· Leadership’s influence on safety behavior and performance.

· Building safety accountability among senior management.

3.2 Developing Safety Leadership at All Levels

· Leadership training on safety management.

· Creating safety champions within departments to advocate for safety.

3.3 Engaging Employees in the Safety Process

· Strategies to involve employees in safety initiatives (safety committees, suggestion systems).

· Building a safety-focused mindset and shared responsibility culture.

· Recognition and reward systems for promoting safety behaviors.

Day 4: Establishing a Proactive Safety Culture

4.1 What is a Safety Culture?

· Definition and characteristics of a positive safety culture.

· Moving from a reactive to a proactive safety culture.

4.2 Behavioral Safety Programs

· Introduction to Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) programs.

· Techniques to influence and sustain safe behavior in the workplace.

· Identifying leading and lagging indicators of safety performance.

4.3 Psychological Safety and Communication

· The role of psychological safety in fostering open communication on safety concerns.

· Ensuring that employees feel safe to report near-misses and safety hazards without fear of reprisal.

Day 5: OH&S Performance Measurement and Continuous Improvement

5.1 Safety Audits and Inspections

· Conducting internal and external safety audits.

· Tools and techniques for performing safety inspections.

· Documenting audit findings and implementing corrective actions.

5.2 OH&S Performance Metrics

· Key metrics for monitoring safety performance (TRIR, LTIR, near-miss reporting).

· Data analysis and interpretation to drive safety improvements.

5.3 Continuous Improvement and Sustainability in OH&S

· Using the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle for continuous improvement.

· Embedding safety into the organizational culture for long-term sustainability.

5.4 Final Group Activity: OH&S Program Development Exercise

· Participants will work in teams to design an OH&S program for a case study organization.

· Presentations and feedback session on the program design and its implementation plan.

BTS attendance certificate will be issued to all attendees completing minimum of 75% of the total course duration.