Safety Committee Members Training

• Understand and apply the Workplace Safety and Health Act, related regulations, and Codes of Practice to ensure compliance and avoid penalties.
• Strengthen safety leadership by clearly defining the roles, responsibilities, and functions of WSH Committee members to enhance accountability and effectiveness.
• Identify and assess workplace hazards – including mechanical, electrical, chemical, environmental, and occupational health risks, using systematic risk assessment methodologies.
• Conduct effective inspections and investigations through structured approaches such as root cause analysis and established accident investigation frameworks.
• Promote a strong safety culture by engaging both management and employees, improving communication, and encouraging active participation in safety initiatives.
• Develop practical solutions by preparing comprehensive reports, recommending corrective actions, and following up on implementation to drive continuous improvement in workplace safety.

Introduction and Legal Framework

• Overview of Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Act and related legislation
• WSH Committee: roles, responsibilities, and structure

Hazard Identification

• Mechanical and electrical hazards
• Chemical and fire hazards
• Environmental hazards
• Occupational health risks and diseases

Risk Assessment and Preventive Measures

• Fundamentals of risk assessment
• Control measures and preventive strategies
• Best practices in hazard control and maintenance

Inspection and Investigation

• Procedures for workplace inspections
• Use of checklists and inspection tools
• Accident investigation techniques (Root Cause Analysis, Fishbone Diagram, Fault Tree Analysis)
• Reporting and follow-up actions

WSH Management Systems and Organisation

• Key elements of a WSH Management System
• Organisational roles in workplace safety
• Integrating WSH practices into daily operations

Promotion, Communication and Training

• Strategies for promoting workplace safety awareness
• Conducting safety talks, campaigns, and training
• Engaging management and employees in WSH activities
• Enhancing communication within the committee

Small Group Activity and Case Study

• Group exercise on hazard identification, inspection, or incident investigation
• Presentation of findings and feedback session

Participants will engage in experiential learning through a combination of lectures, interactive activities, group discussions, role plays, case studies, workplace inspection simulations, and group presentations. Practical exercises such as hazard identification, incident investigation, and safety inspection walkthroughs will reinforce key concepts and ensure that participants are able to apply their learning effectively in real workplace settings.

This course is suitable for employees, supervisors, and managers who are currently appointed or preparing to be appointed as members of the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Committee. It is also relevant for safety coordinators, team leaders, and other professionals seeking to strengthen their knowledge and skills in workplace safety, inspections, and committee operations.

Prerequisites

Participants are expected to:

• Possess basic literacy and numeracy skills to understand safety legislation, complete reports, and follow safety procedures
• Be able to communicate effectively in English, both spoken and written, for participation in discussions, inspections, and report writing
• Be physically capable of participating in workplace inspections, including site walkthroughs and observation activities

Duration : 2 days (14 hrs)
Time : 9:00am – 5:00pm

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