Course in Occupational Health and Safety Specialist Certification

The “Occupational Health and Safety Specialist Certification” program, offered by Geneve Institute of Business Management, is designed to prepare professionals to meet the growing demands of workplace safety and health management. In modern organizations, occupational health and safety have become fundamental pillars for protecting employees, safeguarding resources, and ensuring compliance with both national and international standards. This program equips participants with the expertise to implement and monitor safety procedures, while also elevating their role from simply following instructions to becoming proactive specialists who can design, supervise, and continuously improve health and safety systems within their organizations.

Target Group

• Professionals already working in occupational health and safety departments who aim to expand their expertise and refine their technical skills to take on more specialized roles.

• Site supervisors and managers in industrial and construction environments who want to enhance their capabilities in enforcing safety measures and protecting workers from potential hazards.

• Newly appointed employees or individuals transitioning into the field of health and safety who need a solid professional foundation to carry out their responsibilities effectively.

• Senior managers and decision-makers seeking to foster a safe working environment that minimizes accidents, reduces workplace injuries, and sustains productivity.

• Consultants and practitioners interested in obtaining specialized training that enables them to provide professional health and safety advisory services to organizations.

Objectives

• To provide participants with a thorough understanding of the fundamental and advanced concepts of occupational health and safety, highlighting their critical role in workplace protection and performance.

• To prepare participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to implement international standards and safety systems within organizations effectively and sustainably.

• To strengthen participants’ abilities to identify, assess, and control risks by proposing preventive measures that mitigate negative impacts on both employees and organizational operations.

• To develop participants’ capacity to design and enforce comprehensive health and safety policies that align with legal requirements and global best practices.

• To enhance the role of participants as key contributors in building a preventive culture that reduces incidents, fosters safer working conditions, and supports organizational success.

Course Outline :

• Introduction to Occupational Health and Safety

  • General concept and importance of occupational health and safety.

  • Fundamental principles of safety management.

  • The link between workplace safety and productivity.

  • Regulatory and legal framework.

• Workplace Hazards

  • Physical and chemical hazard identification.

  • Mechanical hazards and related injuries.

  • Biological risks and their effects on workers’ health.

  • Methods for hazard monitoring and documentation.

• Health and Safety Management Systems

  • Core elements of an effective safety management system.

  • Roles and responsibilities within the organization.

  • Mechanisms for review and continuous improvement.

  • Integration with quality and environmental systems.

• Legislation and International Standards

  • International standards (ISO 45001 and others).

  • Local occupational health and safety regulations.

  • Legal compliance and its role in reducing risks.

  • Common challenges in applying standards.

• Emergency and Safety Planning

  • Identifying potential emergency scenarios.

  • Designing effective response plans.

  • Organizing intervention and evacuation teams.

  • Monitoring and evaluating emergency readiness.

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Types of protective equipment and their functions.

  • Criteria for selecting appropriate PPE.

  • Proper use and maintenance of safety equipment.

  • Employer responsibilities in providing PPE.

• Occupational Health and Prevention

  • Importance of regular medical check-ups for employees.

  • Relationship between physical and mental health in the workplace.

  • Strategies for reducing occupational diseases.

  • The role of awareness programs in workplace health.

• Building a Safety Culture

  • Promoting awareness among employees about safety practices.

  • Developing sustainable preventive behaviors.

  • Leadership’s role in strengthening safety culture.

  • Motivational methods to improve compliance.

• Accident and Incident Analysis

  • Methods for data collection after incidents.

  • Identifying root causes of accidents.

  • Designing corrective and preventive actions.

  • Monitoring the implementation of recommendations.

• Professional Development for Safety Specialists

  • Leadership skills required for occupational health and safety specialists.

  • The importance of continuous training and professional development.

  • Emerging trends and modern practices in workplace safety.

  • The specialist’s role in enhancing organizational competitiveness.