Overview
This course is part of the OHS for Leader certificate together with workplace inspection (online) and incident investigations (online). This course is comprised of two parts: a virtual instructor-led portion and a self-paced online portion.
Why take OHS for Leaders
This course is ideal for supervisors and managers in the Social Services Sector who are responsible for overseeing, directing staff or collaborating with health and safety committees in the workplace. This is suitable for those new to the role or experienced professionals seeking to enhance their health and safety knowledge and skills for their organization.
OHS For Leaders (Part 1) – Self-paced Online
This course (part 1) is designed to build a foundation of health and safety for anyone in a leadership position. The following topics will be covered in this course:
- Introduction – Welcome, why is health and safety important?
- Building a safety culture
- What you need to know about health and safety as a manager or supervisor
- What you can do for health and safety
- Call to action – making a commitment
Each section will provide information on resources available to assist and support you.
OHS for Leaders (Part 2) – Virtual Course
This course is designed to build a foundation of health and safety for anyone in a leadership position. On completion of the course, you will:
- Understand roles and responsibilities for partnering with key stakeholders in your organization
- Learn how to integrate health and safety into everything you do
- Learn your role in building a safe and healthy workplace
- Learn tools and resources that are available to support you in building a safe and healthy workplace
Pre-requisites
- OHS for Leaders (Part 1) – Self-paced Online
- Workplace Inspections -Self-paced Online
- Incident Investigations – Self-paced Online
Course Structure
Part 1 – Self-paced Online
- Cost: Free for members
- Duration: 1 hour
Part 2 – Virtual, Instructor-led
- Cost: $25 for members, $50 for non-members
- Duration: 2 hours
Target Audience
For Supervisors, Managers, Directors, Senior Leadership