Safety Audit and Site Inspection

courses Syllabus

Introduction:

Safety Management Systems (SMS) necessitate systematic assessments to gauge their efficiency and effectiveness. These audits must align with both company aspirations and national legislative requirements. A proficient auditor critically examines SMS to identify weaknesses and recommend improvements. Conversely, workplace inspections, conducted by supervisors, focus on physical assessments to pinpoint unsafe conditions and acts.

Objectives:

Upon completion of this training courses, participants will:

• Understand the legal framework and appreciate all audit activities.
• Gain knowledge about Safety Management System elements.
• Successfully conduct site inspections.
• Assess the safety culture and evaluate emergency plans.

courses Content:

Day 1: Introduction to Audits, Legislation & Contractors

Detailed:

• Introduction to safety audits and inspections.
• Legal aspects including Seveso, COMAH, and PSM 1910.119.
• Contractor selection, induction, and risk management.
• Understanding risk assessments and evaluating their effectiveness.

Day 2: Elements of a Safety Management System - Audits

Detailed:

• Types of Safety Management Systems: Mechanical Model vs. Socio-Technical Model.
• Elements of Safety Management Systems and SMS policy statements.
• Proactive and reactive monitoring techniques.
• Qualifications and responsibilities of auditors.

Day 3: Audits

Detailed:

• Pre, on-site, and post-audit activities.
• Classification of audit findings.
• Measurement techniques and tools.
• Specific audit systems for various workplace scenarios.

Day 4: Inspections

Detailed:

• Observation techniques and physical site inspections.
• Confined space entry, lifting equipment, work at height, and other inspection focuses.
• Evaluating safety culture through inspections.
• Identifying opportunities for improvement.

Day 5: Emergencies

Detailed:

• Internal and external emergency plans.
• Auditing emergency plans for effectiveness.
• Reporting audit findings and recommendations.