Course Overview
Workplace hazards are a leading cause of accidents, injuries, and operational inefficiencies. This training equips participants with the skills to systematically identify, assess, and report hazards in their work environment. Participants will learn to recognize physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and psychosocial hazards and understand the impact of these risks on health, safety, and business continuity. Practical exercises and real-life examples will ensure participants can proactively contribute to a safer workplace.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
Understand the concept and importance of hazard identification in the workplace.
Identify common types of workplace hazards.
Apply hazard identification techniques effectively.
Assess risks associated with identified hazards.
Report and communicate hazards to relevant stakeholders.
Contribute to preventive measures and workplace safety culture.
Learning Outcomes
After completing the course, participants will be able to:
Recognize hazards in different workplace environments.
Conduct basic hazard identification and risk assessments.
Recommend appropriate control measures.
Promote a proactive approach to workplace safety.
Support compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
Course Content
Module 1: Introduction to Hazard Identification
Definition and importance of hazard identification
Legal and organizational responsibilities
Key concepts: hazard vs. risk
Module 2: Types of Workplace Hazards
Physical hazards (slips, trips, falls, machinery)
Chemical hazards (exposure, spills, fumes)
Biological hazards (bacteria, viruses, infections)
Ergonomic hazards (manual handling, posture, repetitive tasks)
Psychosocial hazards (stress, workplace violence, fatigue)
Module 3: Hazard Identification Techniques
Observation and workplace inspection
Task analysis and job safety analysis
Checklists and reporting tools
Incident reporting and near-miss analysis
Module 4: Risk Assessment and Control Measures
Assessing severity and likelihood of hazards
Hierarchy of controls (elimination, substitution, engineering, administrative, PPE)
Implementing corrective actions and preventive measures
Module 5: Practical Exercises and Case Studies
Workplace inspection simulations
Group exercises in hazard recognition and reporting
Analysis of real-life incidents to identify hazards
Module 6: Review and Action Planning
Summarizing hazard identification best practices
Developing a personal or team action plan for hazard management
Q&A and discussion
Training Methodology
Interactive lectures and discussions
Case studies and real-life examples
Group exercises and role-playing
Practical workplace inspection simulations
Q&A sessions for clarification and consolidation
Training Details
Duration: 1 day
Language: English with Kurdish or Arabic support (if needed)
Location: Erbil
Format: classroom based
Time: 09:30 - 16:30
Fee.person: $100
Refreshments: included
Lunch: NOT Included
Payment
Must be made 7 working days before the start of the course. Payment can be made in cash, by bank transfer or through exchange offices.
How do I register?
You can register by emailing training@mselect.com with the following details:
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