OHS Risk Management

ONE DAY COURSE
(For Managers & Supervisors)

Topics

1. OHS Legislation in NSW
   
   • Definition of occupational health, safety and welfare
   • Legislation that governs OHS in NSW
   • Key elements of the NSW OHS Act, 2000
   • Support and compliance role of WorkCover NSW
   
   
2. OHS Management Systems (OHSMS)
   • The employer's "Duty of Care"
   • Role and responsibilities of supervisors and managers
   • The OHS Management System (OHSMS) approach and different models
   • The systematic management of OHS
   
   
3. Managing Health and Safety in the Workplace
   
   • Development and implementation of an OHS policy and programs in the workplace
   • Consultative mechanisms available to supervisors and managers
   • Role of the OHS committee/OHS representative as a mechanism for consultation
   • Importance of providing information, instruction, training and supervision to all employees
   
   
4. Implementing OHS Risk Management in the Workplace
   
   • Key elements of OHS risk management
   • Identifying hazards in the workplace
   • Risk assessment
   • Steps for controlling and monitoring risks
   • "Safe systems of work" and "continuous improvement"
   
   
5. Workplace Injury Management and Workers Compensation
   
   • Aims of workplace injury management and Workers Compensation legislation in NSW
   • Obligations of the employer
   • Obligations and entitlements of the worker
   • Key elements of injury management

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