Principles of Occupational Safety and Health (POSH)

Overview

The Principles of Occupational Safety and Health (POSH) course provides a strong foundation in workplace safety and health principles. It’s designed for professionals who are new to safety, taking on new safety responsibilities, or looking to strengthen their understanding of occupational safety and health practices.

POSH uses interactive technology, case studies, group discussions, and real-world activities to create an engaging learning experience. Throughout the course, participants work through safety challenges as employees of “Agrichemical,” a fictional company facing workplace safety issues. This approach helps connect safety concepts to situations you may encounter on the job.

Participants leave the course with a safety program gap analysis and action plans they can apply within their organization.

POSH is the only required course in the Advanced Safety Certificate (ASC) program.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

• Understand key principles of occupational safety and health
• Identify and evaluate workplace safety and health issues
• Analyze safety challenges through real-world case studies
• Assess your organization’s safety program and identify improvement opportunities
• Develop action plans to strengthen workplace safety practices
• Share safety strategies and solutions with other safety professionals
• Apply hazard prevention and safety management concepts in the workplace

Course topics include:

• Fit for Duty
• Vehicle Safety
• Slip, Trip, and Fall Prevention
• Safety and health program management
• Hazard identification and control
• Workplace safety improvement strategies

The course includes electronic pre-tests, live polling, large and small group activities, and discussions with safety professionals from a variety of industries.

Who Should Attend

• New safety professionals or employees with newly assigned safety responsibilities
• Safety managers and committee members
• Professionals looking to build a foundation in occupational safety and health
• Insurance professionals, underwriters, and risk consultants

Organizations training groups of safety professionals