Occupational Safety and Health in Construction Sector Training Course

Module 1: Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health in Construction

• Overview of OSH principles in construction
• Importance of OSH in the construction sector
• Common hazards and risks in construction
• Legal and regulatory framework
• Practical session: Hazard identification and risk assessment

Module 2: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Types of PPE used in construction
• Proper selection and use of PPE
• Maintenance and storage of PPE
• PPE regulations and standards
• Practical session: Demonstration and fitting of PPE

Module 3: Ergonomics in Construction

• Ergonomic principles in construction work
• Common musculoskeletal disorders in construction
• Ergonomic assessment tools and techniques
• Implementing ergonomic solutions
• Practical session: Ergonomic assessments and adjustments

Module 4: Chemical Safety in Construction

• Types of chemicals used in construction
• Safe handling and storage of chemicals
• Understanding chemical labels and safety data sheets
• Personal protective measures for chemical safety
• Practical session: Safe chemical handling and emergency response

Module 5: Machinery and Equipment Safety

• Common machinery and equipment hazards
• Safe operation and maintenance of machinery
• Machinery safety regulations and standards
• Accident prevention measures
• Practical session: Machinery safety inspections and procedures

Module 6: Emergency Preparedness and Response

• Importance of emergency planning in construction
• Developing an emergency response plan
• Emergency response procedures for various scenarios
• Training and drills for emergency preparedness
• Practical session: Emergency response simulation

Module 7: Health and Hygiene in Construction

• Common health issues in construction work
• Personal hygiene practices for construction workers
• Workplace health promotion programs
• Preventing occupational diseases and infections
• Practical session: Health and hygiene assessments

Module 8: Environmental Safety and Sustainability

• Environmental hazards in construction
• Sustainable construction practices
• Waste management and disposal
• Environmental regulations and compliance
• Practical session: Environmental impact assessment

Module 9: Accident Investigation and Reporting

• Importance of accident investigation in construction
• Steps in conducting an accident investigation
• Identifying root causes and contributing factors
• Developing corrective and preventive actions
• Practical session: Accident investigation case study

Module 10: Safety Culture and Leadership

• Building a positive safety culture in construction
• Role of leadership in promoting OSH
• Employee involvement and participation in OSH
• Continuous improvement in OSH practices
• Practical session: Safety culture assessment and action planning

Requirements

Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

Applicants must live up to Armstrong Global Institute admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.

Or call us on +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

1. Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Armstrong Global Training & Development Center Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

3. No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Tailor Made Courses

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588 or Email training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588