Certificate in Union Health & Safety: Protecting Workers
-- viewing nowThe Certificate in Union Health & Safety: Protecting Workers course is a must for those who wish to advocate for worker safety and well-being. This course highlights the crucial role unions play in ensuring safe and healthy workplaces, and teaches learners how to identify, assess, and control various hazards.
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• Understanding Union Health & Safety: An overview of union health and safety, its importance, and the role of unions in protecting workers' health and safety.
• Legal Framework for Union Health & Safety: Examination of laws, regulations, and standards that govern union health and safety, including OSHA and relevant state laws.
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment: Techniques for identifying and assessing workplace hazards, and prioritizing control measures.
• Health and Safety Training for Union Members: Designing and delivering effective health and safety training programs for union members, including new worker orientation and ongoing training.
• Union Health and Safety Committees: Establishing and maintaining effective health and safety committees, roles and responsibilities of committee members, and best practices for conducting meetings.
• Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis: Techniques for conducting thorough and effective incident investigations, including root cause analysis, to prevent future occurrences.
• Contract Language and Health and Safety: Strategies for negotiating and enforcing contract language that protects workers' health and safety, including provisions for health and safety committees and training.
• Health and Safety Inspections and Audits: Conducting comprehensive health and safety inspections and audits, identifying deficiencies, and implementing corrective actions.
• Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders: Understanding ergonomics and its role in preventing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), including risk factors, symptoms, and control measures.
• Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene: Overview of occupational health and industrial hygiene, including exposure assessment, control measures, and medical surveillance.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
Course Status
This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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