OHS103

Safety Training Strategies

Course ID
OHS103
Level
Diploma

Course Description

This course focuses on the development and implementation of effective safety training programs in the workplace. This course covers essential topics such as adult learning principles, instructional design, training delivery methods, and evaluation of training effectiveness. Students will learn how to create engaging safety training sessions that ensure employee understanding and compliance with safety regulations. The course emphasizes strategies for tailoring training to diverse workforces and industries, as well as methods for reinforcing safety practices through continuous education.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • Understanding Adult Learning Principles: Students will develop a foundational understanding of adult learning theories and how they apply to safety training, ensuring that training programs are engaging, relevant, and effective for adult learners.
  • Designing Effective Safety Training Programs: Learn how to design safety training programs that address specific workplace hazards, comply with regulatory standards, and meet the needs of diverse employee groups.
  • Delivering Engaging and Inclusive Training: Gain skills in delivering safety training using various instructional methods, such as hands-on demonstrations, e-learning, and group discussions, ensuring that all participants engage with the material and understand key safety practices.
  • Evaluating Training Effectiveness: Develop the ability to assess the effectiveness of safety training programs through feedback, testing, and observation, and use this data to improve future training sessions and enhance workplace safety.

These outcomes aim to prepare students to design, implement, and evaluate safety training programs that foster a strong culture of safety within organizations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and reducing workplace risks.