Professional Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
Master the principles of workplace health and safety. This intensive 2‑week professional diploma covers risk assessment, hazard control, safety management systems, incident investigation, and regulatory compliance. 100% online, globally recognised.
Become a Health and Safety Professional
This Professional Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety is designed for safety officers, HSE supervisors, facility managers, and anyone responsible for workplace safety. You will learn to identify hazards, assess risks, implement control measures, manage safety systems, investigate incidents, and ensure legal compliance – all aligned with international standards (ISO 45001, ILO guidelines).
Your 2‑Week Learning Journey
Six comprehensive modules covering the full spectrum of occupational health and safety practice.
🛡️ Foundations of OHS
- Evolution of occupational health and safety
- Key concepts: hazard, risk, danger, accident, near miss
- The moral, legal, and financial case for OHS
- International frameworks: ILO conventions, ISO 45001
- Roles and responsibilities: employers, employees, safety representatives
- Health surveillance and occupational hygiene basics
⚠️ Risk Assessment & Hazard Control
- Principles of risk assessment (5 steps)
- Hazard identification techniques (checklists, HAZOP, JSA)
- Risk evaluation and prioritisation (risk matrix, ALARP)
- Hierarchy of controls: elimination, substitution, engineering, administration, PPE
- Developing risk registers and action plans
- Case study: risk assessment in manufacturing and construction
🏗️ Workplace Hazards & Control Measures
- Physical hazards: noise, vibration, radiation, thermal stress
- Chemical hazards: exposure limits, ventilation, storage, labelling (GHS)
- Biological hazards: infection control, waste management
- Ergonomic hazards: manual handling, workstation design
- Psychosocial hazards: stress, violence, fatigue
- Electrical, fire, and machinery safety basics
📋 Safety Management Systems
- Components of a safety management system (Plan-Do-Check-Act)
- Developing OHS policies and procedures
- Safety training, communication, and consultation
- Emergency preparedness and response planning
- Contractor safety management
- Auditing and performance monitoring
📊 Incident Investigation & Analysis
- Types of incidents: accidents, dangerous occurrences, near misses
- Immediate and root cause analysis (5 Whys, fishbone diagram, fault tree)
- Evidence collection: interviewing witnesses, photography, documentation
- Reporting and analysis using recognised models (ICAM, SCAT)
- Developing corrective and preventive actions
- Case study: investigation of a real industrial incident
⚖️ Legal Compliance & Professional Practice
- National and international OHS legislation overview
- Enforcement agencies and inspectorate powers
- Workers’ compensation and return‑to‑work programmes
- Management of occupational health records
- Ethical issues in OHS practice
- Continuous professional development and career pathways
Application fee ₦2,740 is included in the total above.
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Designed for Safety Professionals & Managers
This diploma is ideal for individuals seeking to build or advance a career in occupational health and safety.
Learning Outcomes & Career Pathways
Key Competencies
- Conduct risk assessments and implement controls
- Identify and manage workplace hazards
- Develop and maintain safety management systems
- Investigate incidents and recommend corrective actions
- Ensure compliance with OHS legislation and standards
Career Opportunities
- Health and Safety Officer
- HSE Coordinator / Supervisor
- Safety Advisor / Consultant
- Risk Management Specialist
- Compliance Officer (OHS)
Assessment & Delivery
100% online, self‑paced over 2 weeks (flexible up to 4 weeks). Assessment includes module quizzes and a final capstone project (safety management plan). Professional Diploma awarded.
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