This course focuses on preventing work-related illnesses, promoting worker well-being, and ensuring compliance with health regulations in the construction industry.

Objectives:

• Understand key occupational health principles.
• Identify and control health risks.
• Promote worker health and well-being.
• Apply practices for safer and healthier work environments.

Who Should Attend:

• Construction managers and site supervisors.
• Health and safety officers.
• Occupational health professionals.
• Human resources and worker welfare managers.

Course Outline:

Day 1: Introduction to Occupational Health in Construction

• Overview of health risks and work-related illnesses.
• Legal and regulatory requirements.
• Case studies on health management in construction.

Day 2: Health Risk Assessment and Control

• Techniques for assessing health risks.
• Controlling exposure to hazardous substances.
• Ergonomics and preventing musculoskeletal disorders.

Day 3: Promoting Worker Health and Well-being

• Mental health and well-being strategies.
• Health promotion programs (nutrition, exercise).
• Managing fatigue to improve safety and productivity.

Day 4: Occupational Health Monitoring and Surveillance

• Health monitoring and surveillance programs.
• Early detection and management of occupational diseases.
• Tools and technologies for health surveillance.

Day 5: Practical Applications and Future Trends

• Real-life case studies and exercises.
• Group discussions on challenges and trends.
• Final assessment and feedback.

Main Point:
This course equips construction industry professionals with the knowledge and tools to promote occupational health, ensuring safer, healthier work environments and compliance with regulations.