Post Graduate Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health (PGDOSH) - 6th Batch

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and significance of health and safety in the workplace.
• Develop and implement occupational safety and health (OSH) policies and frameworks.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement effective control measures.
• Manage fire and electrical safety in the workplace.
• Improve organizational safety culture through proactive safety management.
• Design and implement safety management systems aligned with ISO 45001 and OSHA standards.
• Develop strategies for hazard communication and industrial hygiene.
• Establish behavior-based safety management practices.
• Develop emergency response and accident investigation protocols.
• Ensure compliance with global and local health and safety regulations.

Units & Modules:

U-1: Introduction to HSE

M-1: Introduction & Significance of Health & Safety
M-2: Organizational Safety Culture
M-3: Role, Responsibility & Competencies of Safety Professional
M-4: Traditional and Proactive Safety Management

U-2: Health & Safety Strategic Management

M-5: Occupational Safety and Health(OSH)–Policy and Planning
M-6: Occupational Safety and Health(OSH)–Organize and Implement
M-7: Occupational Safety and Health(OSH)–Risk Assessment (JSA)
M-8: Occupational Safety and Health(OSH)–Review and Improvement

U-3: Fire & Electrical Safety

M-09: Fire Safety Hazards, Controls and Risk Analysis
M-10: Tools and Techniques for Fire Safety
M-11: Electrical Safety Hazards, Controls and Risk Analysis
M-12: Preventive Measures for Fire & Electrical Safety

U-4: Workplace Safety

M-13: Transport Safety Hazards, Controls and Risk Analysis
M-14: Environmental Management and Pollution Control
M-15: Occupational Hygiene, Ergonomics, Safety and Risk Management
M-16: Manual Handling Hazards, Controls and Risk Analysis

U-5: Working at Height

M-17: The Concepts of Fall Protection
M-18: Ladders & Stairways Safety
M-19: Scaffolding Safety
M-20: Hoisting & Rigging Safety

U-6: Hazard Communication & Industrial Hygiene

M-21: Introduction to Hazard Communication (HAZCOM)
M-22: Understanding Chemical Hazards & Its Safety
M-23: Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
M-24: Types of Hazards

U-7: Risk Management

M-25: Understanding Risk Management
M-26: Concepts of Risk Assessment & Risk Matrix
M-27: Control Measures Hierarchy
M-28: Personnel Protective Equipment and Its Limitations

U-8: Safety Documentation

M-29: Reviewing Safety Guidelines / Instructions
M-30: Check-Sheets
M-31: Safety Permits
M-32: Safety Reports

U-9: Safety Management

M-33: Behaviour-Based Safety Management
M-34; Health & Safety KPIs
M-35: Safety and Health Regulations; Global & Local Perspective
M-36: Introduction to ISO 45001 & OSHA

U-10: Safety Audit & Prevention

M-37: Accident/Incident : Concept & Causes & Prevention
M-38: Safety Inspection & Auditing
M-39: Investigation & Reporting
M-40: Emergency Response Mechanism

Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be able to:

• Apply health and safety regulations in the workplace.
• Develop and implement occupational health and safety (OSH) policies.
• Identify workplace hazards and establish effective control measures.
• Conduct fire and electrical safety audits and implement preventive strategies.
• Implement behavior-based safety management strategies.
• Improve employee engagement and safety culture.
• Prepare safety documentation and reports in line with industry standards.
• Develop effective emergency response and risk management strategies.
• Design and execute workplace safety training programs.
• Monitor and evaluate safety performance through KPIs and audits.

This program is Validated and Quality Assured by ProfQual - UK. [www.profqual.org.uk]

“This program is valid for xx recertification points for APTD & CPTD of Association for Talent Development USA. [https://www.td.org]

“World Academy is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.” [www.shrm.org]

“The use of this official seal confirms that this Activity has met HR Certification Institute’s® (HRCI®)  criteria for recertification credit pre-approval.” [www.learn.hrci.org]

Features:
Duration: 9 Months 
Modules: 40 Modules
Class schedule: Saturday 02:00 PM - 04:30 PM GMT
Short Video Material: Will Provided
Mode of Learning: Virtual Class (Via Zoom)

Exam Method:
Number of Exams: 10 (Each unit has One Exam)

• Number of Questions: 20 MCQ Questions + 2 Written Questions (Each Exam)
  • MCQ Question Mark: 2 * 20=40
  • Written Question Mark: 30 * 2= 60
• Exam Duration: 60 Minutes
• Total Marks: 100 (Each Exam)
• Pass Mark: 50%

Assignment: 
Total Assignments: 02

• 01 Pre-Course Assignment (Learning Purpose)
• 01 Capstone Project
  • Assignment Marks: 300
  • Pass Mark: 50%

Name: Kwame Mensah
Designation: Safety Officer
Country: Ghana
"This course enhanced my understanding of workplace safety and compliance. The practical insights on risk assessment were particularly valuable."

Name: Aisha Okwiri
Designation: Health and Safety Manager
Country: Kenya
"The program provided me with comprehensive knowledge about fire safety and occupational health. I can now confidently lead my team."

Name: John Moyo
Designation: Safety Consultant
Country: South Africa
"The practical tools and case studies on risk management were very helpful in improving my organization’s safety culture."

Name: Fatima Ahmed
Designation: Compliance Manager
Country: Nigeria
"The course covered all key aspects of health and safety. The module on emergency response planning was particularly beneficial."

Name: Samuel Owusu
Designation: Operations Manager
Country: Ghana
"The knowledge and skills gained from this course have helped me create a safer and more productive work environment."

• 40 Practical Focus Module
• 3 Reference Book
• Post Completion:
  • Electronic Certificate
  • Digital Badge via Credly.com
  • Printed Certificate available

• Health and Safety Knowledge
  • Understanding of occupational safety standards and best practices.
• Risk Assessment and Management
  • Skills in identifying, evaluating, and controlling risks.
• Fire and Electrical Safety
  • Knowledge of fire and electrical hazards and safety protocols.
• Behavioral Safety Management
  • Establishing behavior-based safety culture.
• Legal and Regulatory Compliance
  • Adherence to ISO 45001 and OSHA standards.
• Emergency Response Planning
  • Development of emergency response and disaster management strategies.
• Hazard Communication and Safety Reporting
  • Competency in managing HAZCOM and SDS protocols.
• Safety Performance Evaluation
  • Ability to monitor and improve safety performance using KPIs and audits.