Summary
This one-day course introduces HR professionals to the relevant aspects of OSH related to their role. This will include a basic knowledge of the legislation, OSH policies that need to be in place, how to effectively communicate the OSH message within the organisation and the essential OSH knowledge that HR Professionals need to be aware of.
At the end of the programme participants will:
Know and understand the key terminology relation to OSH in the workplace.
- Establish what OSH legislation applies to their organisation and how the requirements can be implemented and managed to achieve compliance for the workplace including hybrid and remote working arrangements.
- Recognise the role of policies and record keeping as a tool in OSH management.
- Understand the importance of effective communication in OSH.
- Recognise mental health hazards in the workplace and gain an understanding on best practice in relation to protecting mental health in the workplace and promoting employee wellness.
- Understand the disciplinary issues that are related to OSH.
- Effectively manage the Occupational Health service.
- Understand the basic Claims Process
This programme is for:
Human Resource Professionals who find themselves dealing with the OSH area, both in terms of policies, practice, and implementation.
Approach
There are a number of activities and case studies as part of the learning experience to ensure that the key knowledge and skills are acquired and practised. Real life case studies and exercises will be used to ensure a real and practical understanding of each topic.
Programme Schedule
- OSH Terminology
- Relevant Legislation
- Policies & Documentation
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Workplace and Safety Culture
- Bullying & Harassment Codes of Practice
- Effective communication of OSH within your organisation
- Mental Health & Employee Wellbeing
- Accident/incident investigation & Reporting
- Disciplinary issues including Misuse of Intoxicants
- Effective use of an Occupational Health service
- Understanding the Claims Process
- Case studies
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