IOSH Training | IOSH Managing Safely Training in Cape Town

IOSH Managing Safely Course Outline

Module 1: Introducing Managing Safely

• Key Reasons – Moral, Legal, and Financial
• Manager Responsibility and Accountability for Safety and Health in the Workplace

Module 2: Assessing Risks

• Definitions of the Terms
  • Hazard
  • Hazardous Event
  • Risk
  • Risk Assessment
  • Likelihood
  • Consequence
  • Risk Assessment Process and Risk Rating Systems
  • Benefits of Carrying Out Risk Assessment

Module 3: Controlling Risks

• Definition of Reasonably Practicable
• How to Evaluate Risk Using a Risk Matrix and How to Control those Risks?
• How to Reduce Risk by Applying the Hierarchy of Risk Control?
• How Implementing Risk Controls can have an impact on the Likelihood of an Incident, the Consequences of an Incident, or Both?
• Definition of Residual Risk

Module 4: Understanding Responsibilities

• Overview of What the Law Requires
• What is Reasonably Foreseeable?
• Three Knowledge Tests - Common, Industry, and Expert Knowledge
• Difference Between Criminal Law and Civil Law
• Possible Outcomes of Not Working within the Law
• Where to Find Help and Guidance for Working within the Law?
• Key Parts and the Elements of Each Part of a Health and Safety Management System
• Why is Leadership is an Essential Part of a Health and Safety Management System?
• Essential Principles for Good Safety and Health Performance

Module 5: Understanding Hazards

• 6 Main Hazard Categories and How Hazards Can Fall into More than One Group Mechanical
• Physical
• Chemical
• Environmental
• Biological
• Organisational
• Hazards in the Workplace, their Effects and Symptoms, and How to Manage Them?

Module 6: Investigating Incidents

• Definition of Incident, Accident, and Near Miss
• Reasons to Investigate Incidents
• Benefits of Incident Investigation
• Definition of Immediate, Underlying, and Root
• Actions to be Taken Following an Incident
• Incident Reporting
• Stages of a Structured Approach to Incident Investigation

Module 7: Measuring Performance

• Types of Information Performance Indicators
• Characteristics of Good Key Performance Indicators
• Differences Between Proactive and Reactive Performance Indicators
• What is Meant by Auditing?
• Two Types of Auditing: Internal and External
• Types of Evidence Used in an Audit

Who should attend this IOSH Managing Safely Training Course?

This IOSH Managing Safely Course is recommended for anybody in a supervisory or management role. The course is especially beneficial for:

• Managers and Supervisors
• Team Leaders
• Department Heads
• Health and Safety Coordinators
• Project Managers
• Facility Managers
• Operations Managers

Prerequisites of the IOSH Managing Safely Course

There are no formal prerequisites for the IOSH Managing Safely Training Course.

IOSH Managing Safely Course Overview

The IOSH Managing Safely Course is a fundamental training course designed for managers and supervisors across various sectors, emphasising the importance of safety in the workplace. It offers a comprehensive introduction to the basics of health and safety, risk assessment, and accident prevention, aligning with the best practices and legal requirements. This IOSH Course is pivotal in fostering a culture of safety and ensuring a healthy work environment.

Understanding the principles taught in the IOSH Managing Safely Training is crucial for professionals responsible for managing risks and ensuring safety in the workplace. Managers, Supervisors, and Team Leaders across industries should aim at mastering these concepts to create safer work environments and reduce workplace accidents. The IOSH Managing Safely® Course equips delegates with the knowledge and tools needed to tackle health and safety issues effectively.

The 3-day IOSH Training provided by the Knowledge Academy is tailored to equip delegates with the skills required to manage workplace safety responsibly. IOSH Course ensures the delegates can implement what they have learned immediately. The IOSH Training covers risk assessment, hazard identification, and incident investigation, culminating in a certification that recognises the delegate's ability to manage health and safety issues effectively.

Course Objectives

• To ensure delegates comprehend their legal obligations concerning health and safety in the workplace
• To equip delegates with the skills to identify and assess workplace hazards and implement appropriate control measures
• To enable delegates to conduct thorough incident investigations, helping prevent recurrences and improve workplace safety
• To foster a safety-conscious culture within the organisation, encouraging employees to actively engage in safety management
• To provide the tools and knowledge necessary for delegates to establish monitoring systems and continually improve health and safety performance in their workplaces

Upon completion of this IOSH Course, delegates will have acquired a solid foundation in health and safety management. They will be equipped with the necessary skills to conduct risk assessments and respond effectively to incidents. Iosh certification not only enhances personal development but also contributes to the safety and efficiency of the organisations they represent.

What's included in this IOSH Managing Safely Training Course?

• IOSH Managing Safely Assessment
• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• IOSH Managing Safely Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack

IOSH Managing Safely Assessment Information 

The IOSH Managing Safely assessment tests a candidate's knowledge of health and safety management principles, equipping them to effectively oversee and ensure a safe working environment in accordance with IOSH guidelines. The format of the exam is as follows: 

IOSH Managing Safely will have assessment that will be carried out in 2 parts:

• Multiple Choice Test  
• Practical Assessment 

An IOSH Managing Safely️ certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of both parts of the assessment.