Course Details

Mastering EHS Compliance: Environmental Health & Safety Training for Professionals

INTRODUCTION

Navigating the complex landscape of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) regulations is crucial for organizations of all sizes. This comprehensive training course equips professionals with the knowledge and skills to understand, implement, and maintain effective EHS compliance programs. By mastering these principles, you can ensure your organization meets legal obligations, minimizes environmental impact, protects employee health and safety, and fosters a sustainable and responsible business practice.

This comprehensive environmental health & safety training for professionals will equip participants with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively manage EHS compliance within their organizations, leading to a safer, more sustainable, and legally sound operation.

DURATION

5 days

TARGET AUDIENCE

 This course is designed for professionals who are responsible for or involved in ensuring their organization's compliance with Environmental Health & Safety regulations. This includes:

• EHS Managers and Officers
• Environmental Compliance Specialists
• Safety Managers and Officers
• Operations Managers
• Facility Managers
• Human Resources Professionals
• Legal and Compliance Professionals
• Anyone seeking to understand and implement EHS compliance requirements.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

 Upon completion of this training course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the Fundamentals of EHS Compliance: Grasp the core concepts of environmental health and safety regulations and their importance.
• Identify Key EHS Legal and Regulatory Requirements: Learn to navigate and interpret relevant local, national, and international EHS regulations.
• Develop and Implement EHS Management Systems: Understand the principles and frameworks for establishing effective EHS management systems (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Conduct EHS Audits and Inspections: Learn how to perform thorough audits and inspections to assess compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage Environmental Aspects and Impacts: Understand how to identify, assess, and control environmental impacts associated with organizational activities.
• Ensure Workplace Health and Safety Compliance: Implement measures to protect employee health and safety, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and control.
• Manage Hazardous Materials and Waste Safely and Compliantly: Understand regulations and best practices for handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials and waste.
• Prepare for and Respond to EHS Emergencies: Develop and implement effective emergency preparedness and response plans.

COURSE MODULES

Module 1: Foundations of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Compliance

• Defining EHS Compliance and its Importance for Organizations.
• Overview of Key EHS Regulations and Regulatory Bodies (Local, National, International).
• The Business Benefits of EHS Compliance: Risk Reduction, Cost Savings, Reputation.
• Ethical Considerations in EHS Management.
• Introduction to EHS Management Systems (EMS).

Module 2: Navigating EHS Legal and Regulatory Requirements

• Understanding the Structure of EHS Legislation and Standards.
• Identifying Applicable EHS Regulations for Your Industry and Operations.
• Keeping Up-to-Date with Changes in EHS Regulations.
• Utilizing Online Resources and Tools for Regulatory Information.
• Understanding Legal Liabilities and Consequences of Non-Compliance.

Module 3: Developing and Implementing EHS Management Systems (EMS)

• Introduction to ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems).
• Introduction to ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems).
• Developing Key Elements of an EMS: Policy, Planning, Implementation, Checking, Management Review.
• Integrating EHS Considerations into Business Processes.
• Documenting and Maintaining an Effective EMS.

Module 4: Conducting EHS Audits and Inspections

• Purpose and Types of EHS Audits (Internal, External, Compliance).
• Planning and Preparing for EHS Audits and Inspections.
• Conducting Effective Site Inspections and Observations.
• Gathering and Analyzing Audit Evidence.
• Developing Audit Findings, Corrective Actions, and Follow-Up Procedures.

Module 5: Managing Environmental Aspects and Impacts

• Identifying Environmental Aspects of Organizational Activities, Products, and Services.
• Assessing the Significance of Environmental Impacts.
• Setting Environmental Objectives and Targets.
• Implementing Controls to Prevent and Mitigate Environmental Impacts.
• Monitoring and Measuring Environmental Performance.

Module 6: Ensuring Workplace Health and Safety Compliance

• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment in the Workplace.
• Implementing the Hierarchy of Controls to Minimize Workplace Hazards.
• Developing and Implementing Safe Work Procedures.
• Providing Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Managing Workplace Health Issues, including Ergonomics and Occupational Health.

Module 7: Managing Hazardous Materials and Waste

• Identifying and Classifying Hazardous Materials and Waste.
• Regulations for the Safe Handling, Storage, and Transportation of Hazardous Materials.
• Proper Procedures for Labeling and Communicating Hazardous Material Information.
• Managing and Disposing of Hazardous Waste in Compliance with Regulations.
• Emergency Response Planning for Hazardous Material Incidents.

Module 8: EHS Emergency Preparedness and Response

• Identifying Potential EHS Emergencies (Spills, Fires, Natural Disasters).
• Developing a Comprehensive EHS Emergency Response Plan.
• Establishing Emergency Communication Procedures.
• Conducting Emergency Response Drills and Exercises.
• Post-Emergency Response Procedures and Lessons Learned.

CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

• Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com