Construction Safety Management Training

Learn construction safety management: risk assessment, OHSAS 18001, and BIM. Master accident prevention and hazard mitigation for site safety.

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Date	Venue	Duration
Available on Request	Sandton	3 Days

Course Introduction

The purpose of the Construction Safety Management course is to gain knowledge, understanding and competency on various theories and practices of construction safety management. The course introduces learners to construction safety and health, importance of job-site safety, occupational Health in Construction, theory of Accidents, and the management of safety and health in construction through the lens of risk management, OHSAS 18001 principles. The course then introduces students to the concept of Building Information Modeling (BIM) as a solution to enhance safety management in construction sites.

Course Objectives

On successful completion of this course the student will be able to Understand the need and
importance of safety management in construction projects.
Identify various safety related responsibilities among the project stakeholders and allocate the
responsibilities for job site safety and health.
Perform a safety risk analysis.
Implement worker health and safety processes and procedures through the development of site
safety plans and inculcate the safety culture.
Identify the hazardous conditions in construction site.
Suggest mitigation plans with various safety best practices and techniques.
Interpret the OSHAS 18001 principles and clauses.
Interpret the Building Information Modeling (BIM)’s role in enhancing safety in construction sites.

Who should attend?

Construction Workers
Construction Managers and Supervisors
Safety Officers and Professionals
Contractors and Subcontractors
Project Owners and Clients
Regulatory Agencies and Authorities
Insurance Providers
Community Members and the General Public

Training Methodology

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

Training Outline

Module 1
Lecture – 1 Introduction to the Course/Assessment Model – Project Briefings/Grouping Introduction to construction safety and health. Importance of job site safety, Occupational Health in Construction.

Lecture – 2 Safety and theory of Accidents, Classification of Accidents, Cost of Accidents, Problem areas in construction safety, Elements of effective safety program, job site safety assessment, Safety meetings
Tutorial – 1 Daily Research Activity

Tutorial – 2 Daily Presentations (Maximum 4 presentations)

Module 2
Lecture – 1 Safety Incentives, safety in construction contracts,
safety record keeping, safety culture, Safety responsibility for workers, foremen, middle managers, top management, sub-contractors, owners
Lecture – 2 Safety personnel and Sub-contractors, Project coordination and Safety with Owners, OSHAS 18001 principles, clauses and interpretation, Project HSE Management, Processes and techniques.
Tutorial – 1 Daily Research Activity
Tutorial – 2 Daily Presentations (Maximum 4 presentations)

Module 3
Lecture – 1 Incorporation of Integrated Design and Delivery Systems into IBTs: Building Information Modeling (BIM) for Better Safety – 1
Lecture – 2 Incorporation of Integrated Design and Delivery Systems into IBTs: Building Information Modeling (BIM) for Better Safety – 2
Tutorial – 1 Naviswork DEMO – 1
Tutorial – 2 Naviswork DEMO – 2