his course discusses one of the required topics in the OSHAcademy 10- and 30-Hour Training Program for General Industry. It is designed to introduce management and employees with the seven key elements of a Safety and Health Management Program. It emphasizes steps in designing, developing, and deploying the seven elements.
Course Objectives
At the end of this course, you should be able to:
| ID | Objective |
|---|---|
| TO 1.0 | Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the final course assessment. |
| LO 1.1.1 | Identify the seven core elements of an effective Safety Management System (SMS). |
| LO 1.1.2 | Describe the importance of effective leadership at all levels of management. |
| LO 1.1.3 | Discuss why it is important for employees to be involved in all aspects of safety. |
| LO 1.1.4 | Describe procedures for hazard identification, system analysis, and evaluation. |
| LO 1.1.5 | Describe the importance of education, instruction, and hands-on training. |
| LO 1.1.6 | Discuss the importance of effective communication and coordination on multi-employer worksites. |
| LO 1.1.7 | Describe and give examples of “continuous improvement” in the workplace. |
| LO 1.2.1 | Discuss important actions management can take to develop and maintain the four main components of a safety management system. |
| LO 1.3.1 | Describe how to set safety and health as a core corporate value, not just a priority. |