Course Overview:

ISO 45003 provides a framework for managing psychological health and safety risks in the workplace. This course will guide you through the process of implementing this standard, helping you develop a work environment that promotes mental well-being. With a focus on identifying psychosocial hazards, assessing risks, and implementing effective management strategies, the course equips participants with the tools to create safer, healthier workplaces. It is ideal for professionals involved in occupational health, safety management, and human resources.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Understanding: Gain in-depth knowledge of the ISO 45003 standard and its integration with ISO 45001.
• Mental Health Focus: Learn practical strategies for addressing psychological hazards in the workplace.
• Compliance Assurance: Ensure your organization complies with the latest occupational health and safety standards.
• Employee Well-being: Improve employee satisfaction, engagement, and productivity by fostering a psychologically safe environment.
• Certification: Receive a recognized certification that enhances your professional credentials in occupational health and safety.
• Practical Skills: Equip yourself with the skills to assess, manage, and mitigate psychosocial risks in your workplace.

Learning Outcomes:

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

• Understand the key principles and framework of ISO 45003.
• Identify common psychological hazards and risks in the workplace.
• Conduct effective risk assessments for psychological safety.
• Implement strategies to manage and reduce psychosocial risks.
• Integrate psychological health and safety into the broader occupational health and safety management system (ISO 45001).
• Design and manage employee support programs and initiatives for mental health.
• Monitor, measure, and continuously improve psychological health and safety initiatives.

Study Units:

1. Introduction to ISO 45003:
   • Overview of ISO 45003 and its significance in occupational health and safety.
   • Historical background and evolution of the standard.
2. Psychosocial Risk Factors:
   • Identification of psychological hazards such as stress, burnout, and harassment.
   • Understanding the impact of psychosocial risks on employee health and organizational performance.
3. Risk Assessment for Psychological Safety:
   • Methods for assessing psychosocial risks in the workplace.
   • Practical tools for identifying, analyzing, and evaluating risks.
4. Implementing ISO 45003:
   • Detailed steps for creating a psychological health and safety management plan.
   • Developing a risk management strategy to address identified psychosocial risks.
5. Integration with ISO 45001:
   • Aligning psychological health and safety measures with ISO 45001.
   • Creating a unified approach to managing health and safety at work.
6. Employee Support and Well-being:
   • Building support systems for employees (Employee Assistance Programs, counseling, etc.).
   • Strategies to foster work-life balance, reduce stress, and promote well-being.
7. Continuous Improvement:
   • Monitoring and measuring the success of psychological safety initiatives.
   • Tools for auditing and reviewing psychological health management practices.

Course Outline:

• Day 1:
  • Introduction to ISO 45003 and its scope.
  • Psychological health risks: stress, harassment, and burnout.
  • Identifying and assessing psychosocial hazards.
  • Case studies on psychological health risks in various industries.
• Day 2:
  • Risk management strategies for psychological hazards.
  • Employee well-being programs and support mechanisms.
  • ISO 45003 integration with ISO 45001: A holistic safety approach.
  • Continuous monitoring and improvement in psychological health safety.
• Day 3:
  • Implementing ISO 45003 within your organization.
  • Managing challenges in promoting psychological safety.
  • Final review, Q&A session, and practical exercises.

Career Progression:

• Health and Safety Consultant: Advise organizations on how to implement ISO 45003 and manage psychological health risks.
• Occupational Health and Safety Manager: Lead efforts to ensure workplace safety, including mental health and psychological well-being.
• Human Resources Manager: Develop and implement employee support programs focused on mental health and stress reduction.
• Risk Assessment Specialist: Focus on identifying and mitigating psychosocial hazards in various industries.
• Trainer/Instructor: Train organizations and professionals on ISO 45003 and psychological health safety management.

Why Us:

• Expert Trainers: Learn from experienced professionals with in-depth knowledge of ISO 45003 and occupational health and safety.
• Comprehensive Curriculum: Our courses are designed to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical, real-world applications.
• Certification: Receive a recognized certification that enhances your qualifications in occupational health and safety management.
• Practical Learning: Gain practical skills you can apply immediately in your organization to improve psychological health and safety.

Supportive Environment: Get access to post-course support and resources to help you implement what you’ve learned.