Duration: 16 hours (incl. 1 assessment hour) (2 days)

Attendance: 100%

Graded Assessment: Written Assessment (1 hour)

Certification: Statement of Attainment (SOA) by Workforce Development Agency (WDA)

Course Medium: English

Course Overview

This unit provides learners with knowledge and skills to be a Risk Management Champion for the organisation in reducing risks at source by managing the risk management process at workplace. It involves developing a practical risk management implementation plan for the organisation which identify specific actions to be taken, by whom and time for their completion. It also entails formation of risk management team, risk assessment, controlling and monitoring the risks, communicating these risks to all persons involved and in compliance with the RMCP.

This unit provides learners the opportunity to practise, and apply the knowledge and skills learnt to produce a practical risk management plan for the organisation, conduct hazard identification, apply risk assessment methodology to evaluate risks and implement the hierarchy of controls to mitigate risks as well as hazard communication through classroom discussions and practices.

The mode of assessment for this unit may include work activity/assignment and written/oral tests.

Target Audience

This course targets at Management, Health and safety personnel, Line supervisors, Team leaders and who are able to be a Risk management champion for the organisation in preparing a risk management plan to meet the requirements of risk management code of practice and for recognition of bizSAFE level 2 by Workplace Safety and Health Council.

Entry Requirements

Be able to listen, read, speak and write English at a proficiency level equivalent to the Employability Skills (ES) Level 5

Be able to manipulate numbers at a proficiency level equivalent to Employability Skills (ES) Level 5

Assumed Skills and Knowledge

• Have in depth knowledge of their organizational products/services
• Be self- directed and proactive towards problem-solving of safety issues
• Have an in-depth knowledge on sources of workplace hazards
• Have good presentation skills
• Be able to apply effective problem-solving and decision making