Integrating Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS) and Environmental Management Systems (EMS)

Course Description:

Organizations are increasingly recognizing the importance of integrating their OHSMS and EMS to achieve a holistic approach to risk management and sustainability. This comprehensive course equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively integrate OHSMS and EMS, leading to improved safety performance, reduced environmental impact, and enhanced organizational efficiency.

Through a blend of theoretical and practical sessions, participants will gain a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of OHSMS and EMS, as well as the benefits and challenges of integrating these systems. They will learn how to identify and assess common OHS and environmental risks, develop integrated management plans, implement effective controls, and monitor and measure performance.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental concepts and principles of OHSMS and EMS
• Identify and assess common OHS and environmental risks
• Develop and implement integrated OHSMS and EMS
• Monitor and measure the effectiveness of integrated OHSMS and EMS
• Communicate the benefits of integrated OHSMS and EMS to stakeholders

Target Audience:

This course is designed for professionals involved in the development, implementation, and maintenance of OHSMS and EMS, as well as those responsible for integrating these systems.