Occupational Health & Safety Management System (OHSMS)

Description

A framework for preventing workplace injuries and illnesses through hazard control, training, and continuous improvement.

An OHSMS is a framework of policies, procedures, and practices designed to prevent workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. It involves hazard identification and risk assessment, implementation of control measures, training of employees, incident reporting

and investigation, and regular system reviews for continuous improvement. A robust OHSMS is essential for compliance with regulations, reducing costs associated with workplace incidents, and fostering a positive safety culture.

Every organization bears the responsibility to protect its workforce, proactively preventing accidents and work-related illnesses. This principle is universally acknowledged and legally mandated in most countries.

An effective occupational health and safety management system empowers organizations to manage health and safety hazards and risks, ensures legal compliance, and enhances overall safety performance.

Learning Objectives

On completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand occupational health & safety concepts
• Master the requirements of ISO 45001:2018
• Develop a good understanding of how to implement an OH&S management system
• Help an organization improve its OH&S performance
• Learn to manage OH&S hazards, risks and opportunities

Intended audience

This course is recommended for all senior management, heads of departments, line managers, supervisors, team leaders and those health and safety related responsibilities.