Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment

Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment

In this course, learners will be introduced to the concepts of hazards and risks at pre-construction, construction and post-construction stages of projects. Hazard classes are discussed along with the hazard communication programme, methods of labeling of hazards and their control measures. Risk quantification is discussed with the help of risk matrix. Various examples and case studies from building and construction industry  for hazard identification, hazard control and risk assessment are included in this course for better understanding of the concepts. Safety practices are discussed in accordance with international safety standards. Detailed analysis of research material is included to enable the learners to conduct the hazard identification and risk assessment of their projects on their own. Downloadable material in the form of reference book for preparation of NEBOSH examination, research paper, OSHA standards' links, safety activity links, formats, OSHA pocket guide, manual, templates, safety data sheet, etc. is provided so that the learners can refer to and use them for their own working

This course is designed on the guidelines of safety standards like OSHA, NEBOSH, IOSH, NIOSH, N/SVQ.

This course is an advance level course and is divided into two modules; 1) hazard identification, 2) risk assessment.

At the end of the course, learners will be able to:

- Identify the hazardous activities

- Identify and classify the hazards

- Label hazards

- Communicate hazards

- Analyze safety data sheets

- Perform risk assessment and quantification

- Prepare risk matrix

Ideology to Instill

1. Identify and use sources for hazard identification

2. Conduct risk assessment at all stages of projects

3. Utilization of best practices and international standards

4. Critical review of unsafe acts and unsafe conditions at work places

Course Learning Outcomes

1. To be able to identify safety hazards and conduct risk assessment

2. To be able to apply the latest research for the safety assessment of construction projects

3. To be able to evaluate existing safety conditions at workplaces and devise solutions for safe working

A comprehensive course on hazard identification, control measures and risk assessment with safety standards & research.

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What you will learn

• Be able to advance in occupational health and safety management field.
• Be able to identify safety hazards, apply control measures and conduct risk assessment.
• Gain knowledge about the best safety practices and procedures (OSHA, NEBOSH, NIOSH, IOSH, N/SVQ).

Rating: 4.9

Level: All Levels

Duration: 3.5 hours

Instructor: Alina Mahmood