COURSE OVERVIEW

Duration: 2–3 hours

Target Audience: All employees

Course Overview

This course introduces employees to the basic principles of workplace health and safety. It helps learners understand their role in maintaining a safe working environment, recognizing hazards, preventing accidents, and responding correctly to workplace incidents and emergencies. The course is suitable for employees across all industries and forms a strong foundation for a safer, more aware workplace culture.

Course Objective

The objective of this course is to equip employees with the knowledge and practical awareness needed to identify workplace risks, prevent accidents, follow emergency procedures, and report hazards or incidents correctly.

Learning Outcomes

 By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• understand the importance of workplace health and safety
• identify common workplace hazards
• explain employer and employee safety responsibilities
• apply basic accident prevention practices
• respond appropriately in workplace emergencies
• report incidents, unsafe conditions, and hazards correctly

Module 1

Introduction to Workplace Safety

This module provides a basic understanding of workplace health and safety and why it matters in every working environment. Learners will explore the importance of safety culture, how unsafe conditions can affect people and businesses, and the benefits of maintaining a healthy and safe workplace.

Topics covered:

• What is workplace health and safety?
• Why safety matters
• The cost of workplace accidents and injuries
• Building a safety-conscious workplace culture

Module 2

Employer and Employee Responsibilities

This module explains the shared responsibility for workplace safety. Learners will understand what employers are expected to provide and what employees must do to help maintain a safe environment.

Topics covered:

• Employer duties
• Employee duties
• Following workplace safety rules and procedures
• Importance of cooperation and communication

Module 3

Identifying Workplace Hazards

 This module helps learners recognize common hazards that may exist in the workplace. Employees will learn how to observe their environment, spot risks early, and understand the difference between a hazard and a risk.

Topics covered:

• What is a hazard?
• Types of workplace hazards
• Physical hazards
• Chemical hazards
• Biological hazards
• Ergonomic hazards
• Psychosocial hazards
• Unsafe acts and unsafe conditions

Module 4

Preventing Accidents

This module focuses on practical ways to reduce workplace injuries and incidents. Learners will be introduced to safe work practices and the importance of being proactive in preventing accidents.

Topics covered:

• Good housekeeping
• Safe lifting and manual handling
• Using equipment safely
• Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Following signage and warnings
• Reporting unsafe behaviour

Module 5

Emergency Procedures

This module teaches employees what to do during workplace emergencies. Learners will understand how to respond calmly and correctly to situations such as fires, evacuations, medical emergencies, or other incidents.

Topics covered:

• What is an emergency?
• Fire safety basics
• Evacuation procedures
• Emergency exits and assembly points
• First aid awareness
• Staying calm and following instructions

Module 6

Incident Reporting

This module explains why reporting hazards, near misses, injuries, and incidents is essential. Learners will understand how timely reporting helps prevent future accidents and supports compliance.

Topics covered:

• What is an incident?
• Difference between incidents, accidents, and near misses
• Why reporting matters
• What should be reported
• How to report a hazard or incident
• Importance of accurate documentation