Course in Safety Systems Auditing, Inspection and Risk Assessment

The training program “Safety Systems Auditing, Inspection and Risk Assessment”, offered by Geneve Institute of Business Management, is designed to provide professionals with a comprehensive framework for understanding and applying safety auditing and risk assessment practices in modern workplaces.
With the increasing complexity of industrial and service environments, and the growing risks associated with various operations, the need for structured safety systems supported by thorough auditing and regular inspections has become essential. This program equips participants with the knowledge to conduct systematic reviews of safety systems, identify and evaluate workplace risks, and establish preventive measures to reduce potential hazards to people and property.
The course further emphasizes the integration of safety auditing results into risk management processes, helping organizations foster safer working conditions, comply with legal and international standards, and develop a sustainable culture of safety.

Target Group:

• Occupational health and safety officers responsible for auditing safety systems and conducting inspections to maintain safe workplaces.

• Supervisors and managers in industrial, construction, and service sectors who aim to strengthen their expertise in risk management and workplace safety.

• Quality and risk engineers engaged in technical assessments and preventive analysis of hazards.

• Governmental and regulatory authority staff involved in monitoring compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

• Consultants and specialists providing advisory services to organizations on building and improving safety systems.

Objectives:

• Introduce participants to modern principles of safety system auditing and inspection, and how to apply them effectively to achieve compliance with standards.

• Enable trainees to identify potential workplace hazards and apply systematic methodologies to assess and prioritize risks.

• Strengthen participants’ ability to prepare professional, detailed, and objective audit reports that contribute to organizational improvement.

• Provide participants with the skills needed to link audit findings with risk management programs and workplace safety enhancements.

• Promote a strong organizational safety culture that minimizes accidents and injuries, while supporting long-term sustainability.

Course Outline :

• Introduction to Safety Systems

  • Fundamental concepts of occupational health and safety.

  • Importance of safety systems in organizational environments.

  • The link between safety, productivity, and quality.

  • Common challenges in implementing safety systems.

• Legislative and Regulatory Framework

  • Overview of national occupational safety regulations.

  • International standards related to safety and inspection.

  • Responsibilities of employers and employees.

  • The role of supervisory and regulatory authorities.

• Principles of Auditing and Inspection

  • Understanding internal and external safety audits.

  • Objectives of periodic safety inspections.

  • Tools and techniques for effective auditing.

  • Criteria for evaluating compliance with safety requirements.

• Planning Inspection Activities

  • Defining the scope and objectives of inspections.

  • Preparing schedules for field visits.

  • Selecting the right tools and resources.

  • Coordinating with different organizational departments.

• Workplace Risk Assessment

  • Concept and objectives of risk assessment.

  • Step-by-step process for hazard identification.

  • Analyzing likelihood and consequences of risks.

  • Prioritizing risks based on severity and probability.

• Modern Risk Assessment Techniques

  • Using qualitative and quantitative evaluation methods.

  • Comparing risk levels against acceptance criteria.

  • Analytical tools for prioritizing hazards.

  • Linking assessment results to emergency planning.

• Conducting Safety Audits and Inspections

  • Structured steps for systematic field inspections.

  • Collecting evidence and observations during inspections.

  • Proper documentation of findings.

  • Ensuring objectivity and neutrality in audits.

• Preparing Audit Reports

  • Essential components of professional audit reports.

  • Presenting findings clearly and accurately.

  • Providing corrective actions and recommendations.

  • Following up on actions to ensure improvement.

• Managing Safety Improvement Programs

  • Linking audit findings to organizational development plans.

  • Designing initiatives to enhance workplace safety.

  • Establishing performance indicators to measure progress.

  • Monitoring performance for continuous improvement.

• Building a Safety Culture

  • Engaging employees in promoting safety culture.

  • Leadership commitment and its role in safety integration.

  • Effective communication for awareness and compliance.

  • Embedding safety as a core organizational value.