Safety Audit and Safety Inspection Certification Training Course

Why Select this Training Course?

Inspections and audits are a fundamental part of the comprehensive safety and health program, with a primary focus on regular workplace audits. Quantitative and qualitative audits are usually carried out to determine whether the health and safety systems in an organisation as a whole or for specific branches or projects are sufficient and can deliver good results. The Rcademy Safety Audit and Safety Inspection Certification Training Course explores various types of inspections, including regular inspections on critical machine parts and other equipment or systems that may result in a serious accident.

The benefits of the Safety Audit and Safety Inspection Certification Training Course encompass the perspective of safety auditors and individuals who may encounter such audits. This ensures that both parties are adequately prepared and well-informed about the components involved in safety inspections. By offering insights from both sides, the training promotes effective communication and collaboration, ultimately enhancing the audit process and fostering a safer work environment. Overall, this training course equips participants with the necessary skills to work under supervision or to manage safety programs, policies, and procedures that may be common in their business and industry.

What is safety audit training?

Safety auditor training is tailored to equip your staff with the necessary skills to conduct comprehensive health and safety audits. Training an in-house member offers the advantage of familiarity with your workplace culture and their existing knowledge of safety strategies and procedures. This approach ensures seamless integration of auditing practices customised to your organisation’s specific needs.

What is the difference between a health and safety audit and a health and safety inspection?

Inspections and audits serve as two distinct methods of active monitoring to prevent accidents and injuries. Inspections focus on identifying immediate causes of accidents and addressing issues directly related to safety hazards. On the other hand, audits focus on the potential root causes of accidents by examining broader areas of concern. Both processes provide valuable feedback to enhance safety measures and mitigate risks effectively.

Who Should Attend?

The Rcademy Safety Audit and Safety Inspection Certification Training Course is suitable for various groups, including:

• Industrial safety and health trainers who need some advanced skills in facilitating elaborate audits and inspections.
• Engineers who concern themselves with the availability of safe work environments and devices.
• HSE personnel who are responsible for policing and monitoring safety protocols.
• Personnel in charge of maintenance responsible for the safety and functionality of equipment.
• Employee representatives who bring in safety advocacy at the workplace.
• HR Professionals who set the rules for and oversee adherence to health and safety standards.
• Managers, supervisors and team leaders that are in charge of supervising safety guidelines and rules on a team level.
• People responsible for equipment choice, safety, or any other issues that can be safety related in the workplace.

What are the Course Objectives?

After completing the Rcademy Safety Audit and Safety Inspection Certification Training Course, participants will be able to:

• Identify the aim and benefits of conducting safety inspections.
• Know how to properly conduct and perform an efficient and productive safety inspection.
• Learn how to use checklists to enhance inspection efficiency and effectiveness.
• Classify and record all existing and potential risks for facilities, buildings, and equipment.
• Detect and report hazards that require immediate remediation.
• Decide if the current control measures operate effectively and develop recommendations for corrective courses.
• Understand how results are communicated.
• Present recommendations with supporting action plan processes in their implementation.

How will this Course be Presented?

The Rcademy Safety Audit and Safety Inspection Certification Training Course is designed with participants in mind, aiming to meet their expectations and enhance their knowledge and skills. The program employs various practical approaches and techniques to ensure active and continuous learning throughout the course. The training is delivered by experienced professionals who bring years of practical experience and expertise to greatly impact each student.

The course content is based on comprehensive research, ensuring its relevance and depth. Participants will engage in both practical and theoretical learning, with access to slides, lecture notes, case studies, video presentations, and real-life scenarios. Additionally, interactive elements such as quizzes, seminars, and mock sessions are included to reinforce learning. Participants are provided with a platform to share feedback, ensuring that their needs and expectations are met and their satisfaction with the course is confirmed.

What are the Topics Covered in this Course? 

Module 1: Audits, Legislation, and Contractors

• Understanding Safety Audits and Inspections
• Exploring legal aspects pertaining to performance monitoring
• Introduction to ISO 45001 standards
• Selection and management of contractors

Module 2: Elements of a Safety Management System

• Types of Safety Management systems
• Key components of Safety Management systems
• Proactive and reactive performance monitoring
• Techniques for measurement
• Essential competencies for auditors

Module 3: Components Inspected in a Safety Management System

• Examining equipment for safety compliance
• Assessing materials for hazardous risks
• Evaluating safety protocols and processes
• Inspecting environmental factors for health and safety concerns

Module 4: Inspections

• Observation techniques for site inspection
• Physical examination of site facilities
• Safety procedures for confined space entry
• Inspection of lifting equipment and operations
• Safety measures for work at height and access
• Handling of chemicals
• Fire risk assessment
• Permit-to-Work Systems

Module 5: Audits

• Understanding the Audit Process
• Interviewing staff
• Conducting facility tours
• Reporting observations and recommendations
• Identification and management of risks
• Developing action plans

Module 6: Safety Culture

• Exploring safety culture and human factors
• Understanding positive and negative dimensions
• Theories analysis
• Taylor
• Herzberg
• McGregor
• Maslow
• Assessing natural penalties and consequences
• Utilising Antecedents, Behaviour, and Consequences (ABC) analysis
• Factors influencing safety behaviour and culture
• Auditing and enhancing safety culture

Module 7: Role of the Safety Advisor

• Reviewing health and safety policies, procedures, and records
• Conducting workplace inspections
• Interviewing staff and management
• Providing support to team members
• Ensuring compliance with legislation
• Advising on safety practices for business continuity

Module 8: Emergency and Contingency Planning

• Developing internal and external emergency plans
• Auditing emergency plans and reporting
• Contingency planning for potential emergencies
• Implementing improvement actions

Module 9: Implementing a Successful Safety Program

• Planning your Safety Audit/Inspection program
• Determining the scope of audits
• Assigning audit responsibilities
• Identifying inspection priorities
• Informing management of audit plans
• Implementing a hazard priority classification system
• Developing inspection checklists

Module: Emerging Trends

• Mental health and wellness
• Digital and remote inspections
• Wearable technology
• Environmental sustainability
• DevOps and Agile
• Video analytics
• Industrial IoT
• Cloud-based Safety Management System
• Drones for inspections
• Automated Intelligence