Risk Assessment Training Course Part 1

### **Risk Assessment Training Course (Part 1)**
This foundational course provides participants with the skills and knowledge needed to identify, evaluate, and manage workplace hazards systematically. It forms the basis for implementing effective health and safety practices.

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### **Course Objectives**
By the end of Part 1, participants will:
1. Understand the importance of risk assessment in workplace safety.
2. Identify and categorize potential hazards.
3. Learn the basic steps of conducting a risk assessment.
4. Understand legal and organizational requirements.

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### **Topics Covered in Part 1**

#### 1. **Introduction to Risk Assessment**
- Definition and purpose of risk assessment.
- Importance in promoting a safe workplace and reducing accidents.
- Regulatory frameworks (e.g., OSHA, HSE).

#### 2. **Understanding Hazards and Risks**
- **Hazards**: What could cause harm (e.g., chemical, physical, biological, ergonomic).
- **Risks**: Likelihood of harm occurring and its severity.
- Differentiating between hazards and risks with practical examples.

#### 3. **Legal and Organizational Context**
- Employer responsibilities under health and safety laws.
- Employee roles in identifying and reporting hazards.
- Penalties for non-compliance.

#### 4. **Five Steps of Risk Assessment (Overview)**
1. **Identify the Hazards**: Walkthroughs, checklists, and consultation methods.
2. **Determine Who Might Be Harmed and How**: Employees, visitors, contractors, and the public.
3. **Evaluate Risks and Decide on Precautions**: Likelihood vs. severity; hierarchy of controls.
4. **Record Your Findings**: Documenting processes, observations, and control measures.
5. **Review and Update**: When processes, equipment, or personnel change.

#### 5. **Practical Examples**
- Case studies of common workplace scenarios (e.g., office environment, construction site).
- Group exercises to identify hazards and suggest control measures.

#### 6. **Tools and Techniques**
- Checklists, templates, and software for risk assessment.
- Risk matrices for visualizing and prioritizing risks.

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### **Teaching Methods**
- Lectures and multimedia presentations.
- Group discussions and scenario-based exercises.
- Quizzes and knowledge checks to reinforce learning.

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### **Who Should Attend?**
- Supervisors and managers responsible for safety.
- Health and safety officers.
- Employees involved in high-risk tasks.

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### **Duration and Certification**
- **Duration**: Typically 4–6 hours for Part 1.
- **Certification**: Participants receive a certificate of completion, demonstrating their understanding of basic risk assessment principles.

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