Workplace Health & Safety (EHS) Standards
Participants will gain insights into legal safety obligations, hazard prevention strategies, and corporate safety management systems.
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Corporates
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1 hours
Law, Law Professionals
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Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards are essential for protecting workers, reducing workplace hazards, and ensuring legal compliance. This course covers the key EHS regulations, safety management systems, and occupational health programs that organizations must follow. Participants will learn how to identify risks, implement safety protocols, and comply with global and national EHS laws, such as the Occupational Safety, Health, and Working Conditions Code, 2020 (India), OSHA (U.S.), and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System).
Aim
- To educate participants on EHS standards and workplace safety regulations.
- To introduce hazard identification, risk assessment, and control measures.
- To discuss legal compliance requirements for workplace health & safety.
- To provide strategies for creating a safety culture and reducing workplace accidents.
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Program Objectives
- Define Workplace Health & Safety (EHS) Standards and their importance.
- Explain key laws and compliance requirements for workplace safety.
- Identify occupational hazards and risk mitigation strategies.
- Explore corporate EHS policies, safety audits, and employee training.
- Provide best practices for ensuring a healthy and accident-free workplace.
Program Structure
Module 1: Introduction to Workplace Health & Safety (EHS)
- Definition of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Standards.
- Importance of occupational health & safety in the workplace.
- Impact of workplace safety on productivity and employee well-being.
Module 2: Legal & Regulatory Frameworks for Workplace Safety
- Occupational Safety, Health, and Working Conditions Code, 2020 (India).
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) – U.S. Standards.
- ISO 45001: Occupational Health & Safety Management System.
- Factory Act, 1948 and other industry-specific safety laws.
Module 3: Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA)
- Common workplace hazards (physical, chemical, ergonomic, biological).
- Risk assessment techniques (HIRA, Job Safety Analysis, Risk Matrix).
- Controlling hazards through engineering, administrative, and PPE measures.
Module 4: Safety Management Systems & Compliance
- Implementing an effective EHS management system.
- Importance of safety audits and workplace inspections.
- Incident reporting, accident investigation, and corrective actions.
Module 5: Fire Safety, Emergency Preparedness & Workplace Ergonomics
- Fire prevention strategies and evacuation procedures.
- Emergency response planning and first-aid training.
- Ergonomics in the workplace – Preventing musculoskeletal injuries.
Module 6: Employee Safety Training & Culture Development
- Importance of EHS awareness training for employees.
- Encouraging a proactive safety culture in organizations.
- Whistleblower protection in workplace safety violations.
Module 7: Case Studies & Best Practices
- Analysis of major workplace safety incidents and lessons learned.
- Case studies from industries with high safety risks (construction, manufacturing, healthcare, oil & gas).
- Best practices for ensuring EHS compliance and accident prevention.
Participant’s Eligibility
- EHS Managers and Safety Officers in organizations.
- Corporate executives and HR professionals responsible for workplace safety.
- Factory and industrial managers overseeing safety programs.
- Employees in high-risk industries (construction, healthcare, oil & gas, manufacturing).
- Law students and legal professionals specializing in labor and safety laws.
Program Outcomes
- Understanding of EHS compliance, safety laws, and risk management.
- Ability to conduct hazard assessments and implement safety protocols.
- Skills to develop and enforce workplace safety policies.
- Knowledge of emergency response planning and employee safety training.
- Insights into corporate safety culture and legal safety obligations.
Fee Structure
Discounted Fee: INR 5999 USD 85
Batches
Certificate
Program Assessment
Certification to this program will be based on the evaluation of following assignment (s)/ examinations:
| Exam | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Final Online Exam | 50% |
| Project Report Submission (Includes Mandatory Paper Publication) | 50 % |
To study the printed/online course material, submit and clear the mid term assignments, project work/research study (in completion of project work/research study, a final report must be submitted) and the online examination, you are allotted a 1-month period. You will be awarded a certificate, only after successful completion/ and clearance of all the aforesaid assignment(s) and examinations.
Program Deliverables
- Access to e-LMS
- Paper Publication Opportunity
- Self Assessment
- e-Certification
- e-Marksheet
Future Career Prospects
- Specialization in workplace safety consulting and compliance auditing.
- Growth in EHS leadership and corporate risk management roles.
- Opportunities in government safety agencies and regulatory enforcement.
- Expansion into international EHS compliance and sustainability initiatives.
- Leadership roles in safety innovation and workplace well-being programs.
Job Opportunities
- EHS Compliance Officer
- Occupational Health & Safety Manager
- Risk & Safety Consultant
- Industrial Safety Engineer
- Workplace Compliance Auditor
Disclaimer
This course is designed for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Organizations should consult EHS professionals and regulatory authorities for site-specific safety compliance.
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