Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing
This course provides a comprehensive guide to successful Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) management in the workplace. It explores how professional OHS management benefits both individuals and organisations by reducing risk, promoting well-being, and creating a safe work environment. Learners will gain insight into workplace health models, including the World Health Organisation’s basic criteria, and understand how Health Needs Assessments lead to the development of effective Health Management Strategies.
The course also covers practical aspects, such as identifying hazards, assessing risks, implementing controls, and creating safe systems of work. In addition, it focuses on workplace well-being, including promoting healthy lifestyles, supporting positive mental health, and managing absenteeism through effective attendance policies and return-to-work processes. Finally, learners will explore how to build a strong culture of health and well-being through leadership, communication, work-life balance, and embracing organisational change.
Course Overview
The course begins with an overview of Occupational Health basics and workplace health models. It then explores the creation and implementation of Health Management Strategies, and how to carry out Health Risk Assessments. Learners will understand the full risk assessment process and learn how to manage long-term personal or health conditions in the workplace.
The course also examines employee well-being, substance misuse, and strategies for managing absence effectively. The final modules focus on creating a culture of health and well-being within the workplace, covering leadership, communication, work-life balance, and methods for embracing positive organisational change.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Understand what Occupational Health and Safety entails and the benefits of promoting a healthy organisation.
Create Health Management Strategies and collaborate effectively with professionals for implementation.
Define employee well-being, identify risk factors, and understand the importance of fostering a positive occupational health culture.
Conduct risk assessments, understand when and where they are needed, and follow the process to create effective assessments.
Who is this course for
This course is designed for supervisors and managers who are responsible for the health, safety, and well-being of employees in their organisation.
Recommended System Requirements
Recommended System Requirements
• Browser: Up to date web browser
• Video: Up to date video drivers
• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
Further Progression
Learners can progress to other business skills and health and safety courses, including Leadership Skills, Developing Teamwork, and Health and Safety in the Workplace, to further enhance their management and organisational capabilities.
Accredited by
CPD Approved
Course Cost
£15 +VAT