The class is divided into groups for a workshop session to investigate actual accidents in the workplace. Interviewing techniques are mastered to obtain the facts of the case through interviewing of witnesses. This section introduces the participant to the four different types of safety audits. They are provided the principles of conducting a safety audit using this information. This hands-on activity is conducted by dividing the class into groups and the conduction of a field safety audit after which the groups return to the classroom for a discussion of their findings.
Special emphasis is placed on the procedures they followed to obtain the information.
Summary of the course is contained in the concluding remarks where an four of the topics are brought together to demonstrate the need of all of the aspects learned in the course to be practiced in order to have an effective safety program and reduce accidents and injuries. This course meets the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.134. This course is designed for those persons who are responsible or accountable for the respiratory protection program and its implementation. Written and skills testing Successful completion of this course provides a basic knowledge of protective requirements and will enable participants to be aware of regulatory and health issues which effect the worker.