COURSE 716 COURSE SYNOPSIS

Safety Management System Evaluation Course Description: In this course the student will learn about the four components that exist in every system. We’ll also examine how an organization’s management structure, leadership style and the resulting safety culture impact the seven elements of a safety and health system. We’ll overview the evaluation process of identifying and analyzing the symptoms and underlying causes of “ailing” safety systems, and making judgments about their effectiveness. We’ll discuss Deming’s PDSA improvement process as a strategy for implementing change. Finally, we’ll apply all of this information by conducting a case study exercise to evaluate a hazard communications program. Summary of Regulatory Requirements: This training is required by government regulations and/or employer policy (see window below) for all employees who may be exposed to hazards during the normal performance of work duties. from www.osha.gov SHARP The Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) recognizes small employers who operate an exemplary safety and health management system. Acceptance into SHARP by OSHA is an achievement of status that will single you out among your business peers as a model for worksite safety and health. Upon receiving SHARP recognition, your worksite will be exempt from programmed inspections during the period that your SHARP certification is valid. To participate in SHARP, you must: * Request a consultation visit that involves a complete hazard identification survey; * Involve employees in the consultation process; * Correct all hazards identified by the consultant; * Implement and maintain a safety and health management system that, at a minimum, addresses OSHA's 1989 Safety and Health Program Management Guidelines; * Lower your company's Days Away, Restricted, or Transferred (DART) rate and Total Recordable Case (TRC) rate below the national average; and * Agree to notify your state Consultation Project Office prior to making any changes in the working conditions or introducing new hazards into the workplace. VPP The Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) promote effective worksite-based safety and health. In the VPP, management, labor, and OSHA establish cooperative relationships at workplaces that have implemented a comprehensive safety and health management system. Approval into VPP is OSHA’s official recognition of the outstanding efforts of employers and employees who have achieved exemplary occupational safety and health. Prerequisites: None. Key Knowledge/Skill Topics: safety and health management system components systematic approach to evaluating and improving your company’s safety and health program OSHA’s Safety and Health Achievement Program (SHARP) OSHA's Voluntary Protection Program (VPP-STAR) Safety management system analysis and evaluation techniques Use of the SHARP Worksheet Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this training, given a written exam, scenario, or simulation, the learner will: Describe the four basic components of a safety and health management system components Discuss the advantages of a systematic approach to evaluating and improving your company’s safety and health program Describe OSHA’s Safety and Health Achievement Program (SHARP) Describe OSHA's Voluntary Protection Program (VPP-STAR) Define identification, analysis, and evaluation Use the SHARP Worksheet provided to conduct a basic analysis of the company's safety management system Written Exam/Skill Demonstration: Written Test. 5-10 question module quizzes. 25 question final exam. Student must achieve 70% score. Three attempts allowed. Skill Demonstration. Conduct mock safety inspection and basic inspection report that identifies at least three hazards and makes recommendations for corrective action and long-term system improvements. Course Length: Up to one hour per module. Instructors: Instructors for the online and on-site components of this training must be competent in the subject being presented. A competent person must have completed formal training, should have practical experience, and have written authorization from the employer. Class size/Location: NA for online training. Classroom or area to accommodate size of class (maximum of 15 learners is recommended). This course may be conducted at any suitable facility. Documentation: Document training with a training certification signed by the instructor that identifies student, course name, date, location, and testing results. Certificate of completion unique identification information should be placed in student records.