Course Outline
Introduction to Occupational Health & Safety Management
• Principles of workplace health and safety management
• Importance of proactive safety systems
• Organisational responsibilities and accountability
• Benefits of effective safety management
Irish Health & Safety Legislation
• Overview of Irish workplace safety legislation
• Employer and employee responsibilities
• Duty of care within organisations
• Importance of compliance and documentation
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
• Understanding workplace hazards
• Types of workplace risks
• Conducting basic risk assessments
• Evaluating likelihood and severity
• Implementing control measures
Roles and Responsibilities in Safety Management
Employer Responsibilities
• Providing safe systems of work
• Training and supervision requirements
• Maintaining workplace safety standards
Employee Responsibilities
• Following safety procedures
• Reporting hazards and incidents
• Supporting organisational safety culture
Management and Supervisor Responsibilities
• Monitoring workplace safety practices
• Leading by example
• Supporting continuous improvement
Incident Reporting and Investigation
• Importance of incident reporting
• Recording workplace accidents and near misses
• Basic incident investigation principles
• Identifying root causes and corrective actions
Workplace Safety Culture
• Encouraging employee participation
• Communication and consultation
• Behavioural safety awareness
• Promoting continuous safety improvement
Emergency Preparedness and Response
• Emergency procedures and planning
• Fire safety awareness
• First aid arrangements
• Evacuation considerations
Health & Safety Documentation
• Safety statements
• Risk assessments
• Training records
• Inspection and audit documentation
Occupational Health & Wellbeing
• Importance of employee wellbeing
• Stress and fatigue awareness
• Ergonomics and workplace health considerations
• Supporting safe working environments
Continuous Improvement in Health & Safety
• Monitoring and reviewing safety performance
• Workplace inspections
• Corrective and preventative actions
• Maintaining long-term organisational safety standards
Who the Course Is For
This course is suitable for individuals responsible for workplace safety, operational oversight, and organisational compliance, including:
• Human Resources Managers & Directors
• HR Business Partners
• Safety Managers & Safety Officers
• EHS Managers
• Facilities Managers
• Operations Managers
• Supervisors and Team Leaders
• Quality Management Personnel
• Office Managers
• General Management Teams
• Business Owners and Duty Holders
No prior occupational health and safety management training is required.
Why This Training Is Important
Risk Reduction
Effective safety management systems help organisations identify hazards early and reduce the likelihood of workplace accidents and incidents.
Legal Responsibility
Irish employers are legally required to provide safe workplaces, implement risk controls, and ensure employees are appropriately informed and supervised.
Organisational Consistency
Structured health and safety procedures improve operational consistency, accountability, and workplace standards.
Workplace Safety Culture
Strong safety leadership promotes employee engagement, hazard awareness, and long-term behavioural improvement.
Course Objectives
Participants will:
• Understand key occupational health and safety management principles
• Recognise employer and employee responsibilities under Irish legislation
• Identify workplace hazards and evaluate risks
• Support workplace risk assessment processes
• Understand incident reporting and investigation principles
• Promote positive workplace safety culture
• Support compliance with organisational health and safety obligations
• Contribute to continuous safety improvement initiatives
Course Format & Delivery
Instructor-led training
Includes:
• Interactive discussion and workplace examples
• Risk assessment exercises
• Scenario-based learning
• Practical organisational safety discussions
Delivered:
• Onsite at client premises, or
• Online Webinar
The course focuses on practical workplace application and organisational responsibility rather than theory-only instruction.
Irish Legislation Supported
This training supports employer obligations under:
• Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
• Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007
Irish workplace legislation requires employers to:
• Provide safe places of work
• Identify workplace hazards and assess risks
• Implement appropriate control measures
• Provide training, instruction, and supervision
• Maintain workplace safety documentation
• Consult with employees on safety matters
Why Choose Samson Training
Samson Training delivers professional workplace safety training designed to support real organisational risk management and operational safety.
Our approach focuses on:
• Practical workplace application
• Clear management responsibilities
• Real organisational safety scenarios
• Observation-led learning
• Consistent professional delivery
• Supporting long-term workplace safety culture
We position occupational health and safety management as a core organisational responsibility — not simply a compliance exercise.
FAQ's
Is Occupational Health & Safety Management training required in Ireland?
Irish legislation requires employers to manage workplace safety risks and ensure appropriate health and safety arrangements are in place. Training supports organisations in meeting these obligations.
Who should attend this course?
The course is suitable for managers, supervisors, HR personnel, safety representatives, and individuals responsible for workplace safety oversight.
Does the course cover risk assessments?
Yes. Participants receive guidance on hazard identification, risk assessment principles, and implementing control measures.
Is the training suitable for office and non-industrial workplaces?
Yes. The course is relevant across office, industrial, retail, healthcare, hospitality, and service-sector environments.
Can this course be delivered onsite?
Yes. Training can be delivered onsite and tailored to organisational working environments and operational risks.
