Mastering OHSAS 18001: A Step-by-Step Guide to Implementing a Comprehensive Occupational Health and Safety Management System
Course Overview This comprehensive course provides a step-by-step guide to implementing a comprehensive Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) based on the OHSAS 18001 standard. Participants will learn how to develop and implement an OHSMS that meets the requirements of OHSAS 18001 and ensures a safe and healthy work environment.
Course Objectives - Understand the requirements of OHSAS 18001 and its application in the workplace
- Develop and implement an OHSMS that meets the requirements of OHSAS 18001
- Identify and assess hazards in the workplace
- Develop and implement controls to mitigate hazards
- Monitor and review the effectiveness of the OHSMS
- Continuously improve the OHSMS
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to OHSAS 18001
- Overview of OHSAS 18001
- History and development of OHSAS 18001
- Key principles of OHSAS 18001
- Benefits of implementing an OHSMS
Module 2: Understanding the Requirements of OHSAS 18001
- Clause 1: Scope
- Clause 2: Normative References
- Clause 3: Terms and Definitions
- Clause 4: Context of the Organization
- Clause 5: Leadership and Commitment
- Clause 6: Planning
- Clause 7: Support
- Clause 8: Operation
- Clause 9: Performance Evaluation
- Clause 10: Improvement
Module 3: Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
- Understanding hazards and risks
- Methods for identifying hazards
- Methods for assessing risks
- Prioritizing risks
- Developing a risk register
Module 4: Developing and Implementing Controls
- Developing controls to mitigate hazards
- Types of controls (engineering, administrative, PPE)
- Implementing controls
- Monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of controls
Module 5: Monitoring and Reviewing the OHSMS
- Monitoring and measuring OHS performance
- Conducting internal audits
- Conducting management review
- Continuously improving the OHSMS
Module 6: Continuous Improvement
- Identifying opportunities for improvement
- Developing and implementing improvements
- Monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of improvements
- Maintaining a culture of continuous improvement
Module 7: Implementing an OHSMS
- Developing an OHSMS implementation plan
- Establishing an OHSMS team
- Communicating the OHSMS to stakeholders
- Training and awareness
- Monitoring and reviewing the implementation of the OHSMS
Module 8: Auditing and Certification
- Understanding the auditing process
- Preparing for an audit
- Conducting an audit
- Addressing audit findings
- Maintaining certification
Course Features - Interactive and engaging: The course includes interactive elements, such as quizzes, games, and discussions, to keep participants engaged and motivated.
- Comprehensive: The course covers all aspects of OHSAS 18001 and provides a comprehensive understanding of the standard and its application.
- Personalized: Participants can learn at their own pace and access the course materials at any time.
- Up-to-date: The course is regularly updated to reflect changes in the standard and best practices.
- Practical: The course provides practical examples and case studies to illustrate the application of the standard.
- Real-world applications: The course provides real-world examples and case studies to illustrate the application of the standard.
- High-quality content: The course materials are of high quality and are developed by experts in the field.
- Expert instructors: The course is taught by experts in the field who have extensive experience in implementing and auditing OHSMS.
- Certification: Participants receive a certificate upon completion of the course, issued by The Art of Service.
- Flexible learning: Participants can access the course materials at any time and learn at their own pace.
- User-friendly: The course is designed to be user-friendly and easy to navigate.
- Mobile-accessible: The course can be accessed on mobile devices, allowing participants to learn on-the-go.
- Community-driven: Participants can connect with other participants and instructors through online discussions and forums.
- Actionable insights: The course provides actionable insights and practical advice that participants can apply in their own organizations.
- Hands-on projects: Participants complete hands-on projects and assignments to apply their knowledge and skills.
- Bite-sized lessons: The course is divided into bite-sized lessons, making it easy to learn and retain information.
- Lifetime access: Participants have lifetime access to the course materials and can review them at any time.
- Gamification: The course includes gamification elements, such as points and badges, to make learning fun and engaging.
- Progress tracking: Participants can track their progress and completion of the course.
Certificate Upon completion of the course, participants receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service. The certificate demonstrates that participants have completed the course and have a comprehensive understanding of OHSAS 18001 and its application.,
- Understand the requirements of OHSAS 18001 and its application in the workplace
- Develop and implement an OHSMS that meets the requirements of OHSAS 18001
- Identify and assess hazards in the workplace
- Develop and implement controls to mitigate hazards
- Monitor and review the effectiveness of the OHSMS
- Continuously improve the OHSMS
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to OHSAS 18001
- Overview of OHSAS 18001
- History and development of OHSAS 18001
- Key principles of OHSAS 18001
- Benefits of implementing an OHSMS
Module 2: Understanding the Requirements of OHSAS 18001
- Clause 1: Scope
- Clause 2: Normative References
- Clause 3: Terms and Definitions
- Clause 4: Context of the Organization
- Clause 5: Leadership and Commitment
- Clause 6: Planning
- Clause 7: Support
- Clause 8: Operation
- Clause 9: Performance Evaluation
- Clause 10: Improvement
Module 3: Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
- Understanding hazards and risks
- Methods for identifying hazards
- Methods for assessing risks
- Prioritizing risks
- Developing a risk register
Module 4: Developing and Implementing Controls
- Developing controls to mitigate hazards
- Types of controls (engineering, administrative, PPE)
- Implementing controls
- Monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of controls
Module 5: Monitoring and Reviewing the OHSMS
- Monitoring and measuring OHS performance
- Conducting internal audits
- Conducting management review
- Continuously improving the OHSMS
Module 6: Continuous Improvement
- Identifying opportunities for improvement
- Developing and implementing improvements
- Monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of improvements
- Maintaining a culture of continuous improvement
Module 7: Implementing an OHSMS
- Developing an OHSMS implementation plan
- Establishing an OHSMS team
- Communicating the OHSMS to stakeholders
- Training and awareness
- Monitoring and reviewing the implementation of the OHSMS
Module 8: Auditing and Certification
- Understanding the auditing process
- Preparing for an audit
- Conducting an audit
- Addressing audit findings
- Maintaining certification
Course Features - Interactive and engaging: The course includes interactive elements, such as quizzes, games, and discussions, to keep participants engaged and motivated.
- Comprehensive: The course covers all aspects of OHSAS 18001 and provides a comprehensive understanding of the standard and its application.
- Personalized: Participants can learn at their own pace and access the course materials at any time.
- Up-to-date: The course is regularly updated to reflect changes in the standard and best practices.
- Practical: The course provides practical examples and case studies to illustrate the application of the standard.
- Real-world applications: The course provides real-world examples and case studies to illustrate the application of the standard.
- High-quality content: The course materials are of high quality and are developed by experts in the field.
- Expert instructors: The course is taught by experts in the field who have extensive experience in implementing and auditing OHSMS.
- Certification: Participants receive a certificate upon completion of the course, issued by The Art of Service.
- Flexible learning: Participants can access the course materials at any time and learn at their own pace.
- User-friendly: The course is designed to be user-friendly and easy to navigate.
- Mobile-accessible: The course can be accessed on mobile devices, allowing participants to learn on-the-go.
- Community-driven: Participants can connect with other participants and instructors through online discussions and forums.
- Actionable insights: The course provides actionable insights and practical advice that participants can apply in their own organizations.
- Hands-on projects: Participants complete hands-on projects and assignments to apply their knowledge and skills.
- Bite-sized lessons: The course is divided into bite-sized lessons, making it easy to learn and retain information.
- Lifetime access: Participants have lifetime access to the course materials and can review them at any time.
- Gamification: The course includes gamification elements, such as points and badges, to make learning fun and engaging.
- Progress tracking: Participants can track their progress and completion of the course.
Certificate Upon completion of the course, participants receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service. The certificate demonstrates that participants have completed the course and have a comprehensive understanding of OHSAS 18001 and its application.,
- Interactive and engaging: The course includes interactive elements, such as quizzes, games, and discussions, to keep participants engaged and motivated.
- Comprehensive: The course covers all aspects of OHSAS 18001 and provides a comprehensive understanding of the standard and its application.
- Personalized: Participants can learn at their own pace and access the course materials at any time.
- Up-to-date: The course is regularly updated to reflect changes in the standard and best practices.
- Practical: The course provides practical examples and case studies to illustrate the application of the standard.
- Real-world applications: The course provides real-world examples and case studies to illustrate the application of the standard.
- High-quality content: The course materials are of high quality and are developed by experts in the field.
- Expert instructors: The course is taught by experts in the field who have extensive experience in implementing and auditing OHSMS.
- Certification: Participants receive a certificate upon completion of the course, issued by The Art of Service.
- Flexible learning: Participants can access the course materials at any time and learn at their own pace.
- User-friendly: The course is designed to be user-friendly and easy to navigate.
- Mobile-accessible: The course can be accessed on mobile devices, allowing participants to learn on-the-go.
- Community-driven: Participants can connect with other participants and instructors through online discussions and forums.
- Actionable insights: The course provides actionable insights and practical advice that participants can apply in their own organizations.
- Hands-on projects: Participants complete hands-on projects and assignments to apply their knowledge and skills.
- Bite-sized lessons: The course is divided into bite-sized lessons, making it easy to learn and retain information.
- Lifetime access: Participants have lifetime access to the course materials and can review them at any time.
- Gamification: The course includes gamification elements, such as points and badges, to make learning fun and engaging.
- Progress tracking: Participants can track their progress and completion of the course.