Every workplace has hazards. This course provides a general introduction to occupational health and safety for all new workers. Participants will gain knowledge of their workplace rights under health and safety legislation, understand the role of health and safety programs within a workplace, and learn how to identify job-related hazards in order to work safely.
⬗ Recognizing workplace hazards
⬗ Occupational health and safety law
⬗ General approaches to working safely
⬗ Working safely ? specific hazards
⬗ Preparing for emergencies
⬗ Occupational health and safety programs
⬗ Who to ask for help
⬗ Explain the three fundamental rights of workers in health and safety legislation
⬗ Describe the general duties of employers and workers
⬗ List the six basic types of workplace hazards
⬗ Understand how workplace hazards are controlled and steps you can take to protect yourself
⬗ Recognize the basic elements of an occupational health and safety program
⬗ Know whom to work with regarding health and safety matters
| TARGET AUDIENCE | PRE-REQUISITE |
|---|---|
| This course is suitable to workers in organizations of all sizes, and in all industries and occupations, including: | None |
| People new to the workforce . | None |
| Young workers, under the age of 25 . | None |
| People transferred within their organization . | None |
| All workers where processes and hazards have changed in the workplace | None |