Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA) Training Course

This comprehensive course equips participants with the skills and knowledge to identify workplace hazards, assess risks effectively, and implement control measures to create a safer and more compliant work environment.


Course Outline:

1. Introduction to HIRA
- Importance of hazard identification and risk assessment
- Overview of workplace safety and health management systems
- Legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, ISO 45001)

2. Understanding Hazards and Risks
- Definition of hazard, risk, and risk assessment
- Types of workplace hazards:
- Physical
- Chemical
- Biological
- Ergonomic
- Psychosocial
- Examples of hazards in various industries

3. Hazard Identification Techniques
- Proactive vs. reactive approaches to hazard identification
- Common methods:
- Workplace inspections
- Job safety analysis (JSA)
- Task observation
- Incident reporting and investigation

4. Risk Assessment Process
- Steps in conducting a risk assessment:
1. Identifying hazards
2. Evaluating risks (likelihood and severity)
3. Prioritizing risks
4. Implementing control measures
- Introduction to risk matrices and scoring systems
- Documenting and communicating risk assessments

5. Risk Control Measures
- Hierarchy of controls:
1. Elimination
2. Substitution
3. Engineering controls
4. Administrative controls
5. Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Selecting appropriate control measures for different scenarios

6. Monitoring and Reviewing HIRA
- Importance of ongoing monitoring and updates
- Tools for tracking hazards and control effectiveness
- Incorporating lessons learned into risk management practices

7. Practical Session: Hands-On Exercises
- Identifying hazards in simulated workplace scenarios
- Conducting risk assessments using provided templates
- Developing and presenting risk control plans

8. HIRA in Emergency and Non-Routine Situations
- Identifying hazards during emergencies (fires, spills, etc.)
- Assessing risks in non-routine tasks and activities
- Adjusting controls to changing circumstances

9. Developing a Safety Culture
- Encouraging proactive hazard identification and reporting
- Roles and responsibilities in hazard management
- Building a culture of continuous improvement in safety

10. Assessment and Certification
- Written knowledge test
- Practical risk assessment exercise
- Certificate of completion for successful participants

Key Takeaways:
Participants will:
- Learn to identify and evaluate workplace hazards.
- Conduct effective risk assessments using proven methodologies.
- Develop and implement appropriate control measures.
- Contribute to a safer and more compliant work environment.

Empower your team with the tools to manage risks effectively—enroll in HIRA training today!