As opposed to Safety , this module deals with the health of individuals at the workplace. The purpose of this module is to make the individuals aware of the various hazards at the workplace, their seriousness, and what steps can be taken to protect staff from these disease causing agents. The content also covers psychological stresses, and how to control the causes in the workplace.
Participants develop the skills to identify the location and types of hazards.
The module starts with the concept of hazard, followed by the various models to control hazards. The preferred model, the Energy Control Method, is taught through exercises, discussion and instruction. The participants learn to develop a classification system to assess the seriousness of hazards as well as the effectiveness of the controls. The purpose of this module is to create awareness among employers and employees about their responsibility for workplace inspections and to empower them to develop, plan and conduct workplace inspections for the achievement of a hazard free workplace. It provides an understanding of the process of workplace inspections and builds the knowledge and skills to conduct, analyze and effectively report the results of inspections.