Occupational Health & Safety in Manufacturing and Agro-Allied Industries

This course provides comprehensive training on Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) practices specific to manufacturing plants and agro-allied industries. It equips participants with the skills to identify hazards, assess risks, implement control measures, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote a strong safety culture in industrial workplaces.Emphasis is placed on practical safety management, accident prevention, emergency preparedness, and compliance with national and international HSE standards.

Duration: 2 days

Prerequisites: Basic understanding of industrial operationsNo prior HSE certification requiredSuitable for both technical and non-technical personnel

Course objectives

Identify workplace hazards in manufacturing and agro-allied environments
Conduct risk assessments and implement control measures
Apply accident prevention techniques
Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
Manage emergencies and incidents effectively
Promote a strong workplace safety culture
Reduce occupational injuries, illnesses, and downtime
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Course content

Module 1 Fundamentals of Occupational Health & Safety

Introduction to Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)
Importance of workplace safety in manufacturing and agro-allied industries
Types of workplace hazards:
Physical hazards, Chemical hazards and Biological hazards
Mechanical and ergonomic hazards
Legal responsibilities of employers and employees
Safety policies and safety culture

Module 2 Risk Assessment & Hazard Control

Principles of hazard identification and risk assessment (HIRA)
Risk rating and risk matrices
Hierarchy of controls:
Elimination and Substitution
Engineering controls
Administrative controls
PPE and Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
Safe work procedures and permits to work

Module 3 Industrial Safety Practices & Accident Prevention

Machine safety and guarding
Electrical safety and lockout/tagout (LOTO)
Fire hazards, fire prevention, and fire-fighting techniques
Chemical handling and storage safety
Safe material handling and lifting techniques
Noise, vibration, and occupational health issues

Module 4 Emergency Response, Incident Management & Occupational Health

Emergency preparedness and response planning
First aid basics and workplace medical response
Accident investigation and root cause analysis
Incident reporting and documentation
Occupational diseases in manufacturing and agro-allied industries
Health surveillance and workplace hygiene

Module 5 Regulatory Compliance, Audits & Safety Management Systems

Overview of HSE laws and regulations:
National occupational safety regulations
Factory and labor laws
International standards:
ISO 45001 and OSHA guidelines
Safety audits and inspections
Documentation and record keeping
Continuous improvement and safety leadership
Final assessment and course review