Course Title: Principles of Occupational

Safety and Health

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides an introduction to health and safety for anyone working
in a low to medium risk environment. It provides the knowledge and
understanding required to go on to achieve a level 2 health and safety
qualification.

COURSE LEARNING At the end of the course, the participants will be able to;
OUTCOMES:
 Identify roles and duties for health, safety and welfare in the
 Workplace.
 Identify and list the risks in workplace.
 Discuss how risk assessments improve health and safety at work
 Recognize the procedures for responding to accidents, near
misses and ill-health in the workplace
COURSE OUTLINES: 

Introduction to health and safety at work

Accidents and ill health
Slips and trips
Health and safety law
Risk assessment
Hazardous substances
Personal protective equipment
Workplace health, safety and welfare
Vehicles at work
Fire safety
First aid
Work equipment
Electricity
Occupational health
Noise and vibration
Ergonomics and workstation design
Manual handling
 Working at height
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND? An introductory level course that is designed for Health and Safety
awareness for all employees.
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DURATION: 5 Days

For More Information:

Industrial Relations- Special Programs Unit:
Tel.: +966 (013) 340-2011 / (013) 340-2000 ext. 2243
Fax : +966 (013) 340-2060
Email: Training@jic.edu.sa