Day 1:
Foundations of OSHA Safety Standards
Overview of OSHA history, mission, and regulatory framework.
Key terminologies and definitions in workplace safety.
Understanding employer responsibilities and employee rights.
Case study: Lessons learned from high-profile safety violations.
Day 2:
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
Types of workplace hazards: Physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and psychosocial.
Techniques for conducting risk assessments and prioritizing interventions.
Practical exercise: Identifying hazards in simulated work environments.
Role of personal protective equipment (PPE) in hazard mitigation.
Day 3:
Safety Program Development and Implementation
Steps to design an effective safety management system.
Integrating safety protocols into daily operations.
Strategies for engaging employees in safety initiatives.
Tools for measuring and improving safety performance metrics.
Day 4:
Incident Management and Compliance Audits
Procedures for incident reporting, investigation, and documentation.
Root cause analysis techniques for preventing recurrence.
Conducting internal audits to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
Legal implications of non-compliance and penalties.
Day 5:
Emerging Trends and Future Directions
Impact of automation and AI on workplace safety.
Addressing mental health as part of occupational safety programs.
Recent updates to OSHA standards and their implications.
Final project: Developing a customized safety plan for a hypothetical organization.
