10 Topics
5 Days
30 Sessions
Programme Overview
Training Description
Who Should Attend
This course is tailored for individuals who need to streamline operations and ensure their site meets both legal mandates and international best practices.
- HSE & EHS Coordinators: Specialists who want to merge health and safety protocols with environmental management systems (ISO 14001 & ISO 45001).
- Site Managers & Engineers: Technical leaders responsible for daily site operations in construction, manufacturing, energy, or mining.
- Environmental Officers: Professionals focused on pollution control who need to understand how safety systems impact environmental outcomes.
- Project & Facility Managers: Those managing physical assets who must reduce organizational liability and insurance costs.
- Contractor Supervisors: Individuals overseeing third-party workers who must adhere to strict site-specific compliance rules.
- Sustainability Professionals: Those tasked with gathering site data for ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting.
Session Objectives
- Develop an Integrated Policy: Draft a site-wide policy that balances safety performance with environmental targets.
- Conduct Comprehensive Risk Assessments: Identify areas where safety and environment overlap (e.g., chemical storage) and implement dual controls.
- Manage Waste & Emissions: Implement effective waste segregation, hazardous waste disposal, and air/water emission monitoring.
- Drive Continuous Improvement: Use Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track progress in both injury prevention and carbon footprint reduction.
- Foster a "Safety-First, Green-Always" Culture: Train site staff to recognize that environmental compliance is as critical as personal safety.
About the Course
The course provides a holistic approach to site management, moving away from "siloed" safety and environmental departments. It emphasizes proactive hazard identification and sustainable resource management.
Curriculum & Topics
10 Topics | 30 Sessions
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Workshop 1.1:
• The OSHA Roadmap: Understanding the hierarchy of safety legislation in public works.
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Workshop 1.2:
• Liability & Responsibility: Defining the legal roles of the Client, Contractor, and Consultant.
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Workshop 1.3:
• Statutory Records: Managing site safety logs, incident registers, and compliance certificates.
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Workshop 2.1:
• Pre-Task Briefings (PTB): How to conduct effective 5-minute safety huddles at the start of a shift.
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Workshop 2.2:
• Job Safety Analysis (JSA): Step-by-step breakdown of high-risk tasks to identify hidden dangers.
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Workshop 2.3:
• Dynamic Risk Assessment: Adapting to changing weather or traffic conditions in real-time.
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Workshop 3.1:
• Runoff Control: Implementing silt fences and sediment traps to protect local water bodies.
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Workshop 3.2:
• Hazardous Road Materials: Safe handling of bitumen, concrete wash-water, and contaminated soil.
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Workshop 3.3:
• Spill Response: Deployment of spill kits and containment strategies for fuel or chemical leaks.
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Workshop 4.1:
• Silica & Dust Control: Respiratory protection programs for cutting concrete and stone.
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Workshop 4.2:
• The "Invisible" Hazard: Noise mapping and the selection of appropriate hearing protection.
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Workshop 4.3:
• Field Ergonomics: Preventing musculoskeletal disorders during manual handling and long-duration field tasks.
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Workshop 5.1:
• Remote Logistics: Establishing communication protocols for sites with poor cellular coverage.
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Workshop 5.2:
• The "Golden Hour": Basic Life Support (BLS) and trauma management specifically for highway injuries.
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Workshop 5.3:
• Medevac Planning: Coordination with emergency services and air-lifting protocols.
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Workshop 6.1:
• Temporary Traffic Management (TTM): Design and layout of tapers, buffer zones, and termination areas.
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Workshop 6.2:
• Signage Science: Visibility distances, retro-reflectivity standards, and proper placement height.
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Workshop 6.3:
• Shadow Vehicles: Utilizing Truck-Mounted Attenuators (TMAs) to protect workers from errant vehicles.
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Workshop 7.1:
• The "Dead Zone": Training ground staff on operator blind spots for pavers, rollers, and excavators.
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Workshop 7.2:
• Plant Inspection: Daily "Walk-Around" checks and lockout/tagout (LOTO) for maintenance.
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Workshop 7.3:
• Movement Plans: Segregating heavy plant machinery from pedestrian workers on-site.
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Workshop 8.1:
• Soil Classification: Understanding stable rock vs. Type C soils.
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Workshop 8.2:
• Protective Systems: Engineering controls for benching, sloping, and hydraulic shoring.
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Workshop 8.3:
• Utility Detection: Using Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and CAT scanners to avoid underground cables.
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Workshop 9.1:
• Bridge & Overpass Safety: Fall arrest systems vs. fall restraint systems.
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Workshop 9.2:
• Scaffolding Integrity: Green-tagging protocols and safe access/egress.
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Workshop 9.3:
• Edge Protection: Installation of temporary guardrails on elevated infrastructure.
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Workshop 10.1:
• High-Visibility Standards: Difference between Class 1, 2, and 3 garments for day/night work.
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Workshop 10.2:
• PPE Lifecycle: Inspection, cleaning, and when to decommission damaged gear.
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Workshop 10.3:
• Environmental PPE: Specialized gear for extreme heat, rain, or high-speed environments.
