Ohs Strategic Planning: Aligning Safety With Business Goals

Introduction

OHS Strategic Planning: Aligning Safety with Business Goals equips professionals with the methodologies to integrate occupational health and safety (OHS) into the core strategic objectives of an organization. This course focuses on analyzing the relationship between safety and business performance, implementing strategic planning frameworks, and understanding the impact of aligned safety initiatives on overall organizational success. Participants will learn to utilize strategic analysis tools, develop safety performance indicators, and understand the intricacies of stakeholder engagement and resource allocation. By mastering OHS strategic planning, professionals can transform safety from a compliance obligation to a competitive advantage, enhance organizational resilience, and contribute to the creation of a sustainable and profitable business environment.

The increasing demand for integrated and proactive safety management necessitates a comprehensive understanding of how to align OHS with business strategy. This course delves into the intricacies of risk-based planning, performance measurement, and change management, empowering participants to develop and implement tailored strategic safety plans. By integrating strategic thinking with practical OHS expertise, this program enables individuals to lead safety initiatives that drive business value and contribute to the creation of a safety-first organizational culture.

Target Audience:

• OHS managers
• Senior executives
• Strategic planners
• Risk managers
• HR managers
• Operations managers
• Project managers
• Finance managers
• Business analysts
• Students of strategic management and OHS
• Individuals interested in aligning safety with business goals
• Policy analysts
• Consultants
• Sustainability officers
• Compliance officers

Course Objectives:

• Understand the strategic importance of OHS in achieving business goals.
• Implement techniques for conducting strategic analysis of OHS within the organizational context.
• Understand the role of leadership in driving strategic OHS initiatives.
• Implement techniques for developing and communicating strategic OHS plans.
• Understand the principles of integrating OHS into business planning and decision-making.
• Implement techniques for setting and monitoring strategic OHS performance indicators.
• Understand the role of stakeholder engagement in strategic OHS planning.
• Implement techniques for engaging stakeholders in OHS strategy development.
• Understand the principles of resource allocation and budget planning for strategic OHS initiatives.
• Implement techniques for managing change and implementing strategic OHS plans.
• Understand the legal and ethical considerations in strategic OHS planning.
• Understand the challenges and opportunities of implementing strategic OHS in diverse business environments.
• Develop strategies for measuring and demonstrating the ROI of strategic OHS initiatives.

DURATION

10 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Foundations of OHS Strategic Planning

• Strategic importance of OHS in achieving business goals.
• Understanding the relationship between safety and business performance.
• Historical context and evolution of OHS strategic planning.
• Key concepts and principles of strategic OHS management.

Module 2: Strategic Analysis of OHS

• Techniques for conducting strategic analysis of OHS within the organizational context.
• Implementing SWOT analysis, PESTLE analysis, and other strategic tools.
• Utilizing risk assessment and opportunity identification.
• Managing strategic analysis.

Module 3: Leadership in Strategic OHS Initiatives

• Role of leadership in driving strategic OHS initiatives.
• Implementing leadership commitment and communication strategies.
• Utilizing leadership engagement and advocacy.
• Managing leadership engagement.

Module 4: Developing and Communicating Strategic OHS Plans

• Techniques for developing and communicating strategic OHS plans.
• Implementing strategic planning frameworks and methodologies.
• Utilizing communication and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Managing plan development.

Module 5: Integrating OHS into Business Planning

• Principles of integrating OHS into business planning and decision-making.
• Implementing risk-based planning and decision support tools.
• Utilizing integrated management systems and processes.
• Managing integration.

Module 6: Strategic OHS Performance Indicators

• Techniques for setting and monitoring strategic OHS performance indicators.
• Implementing key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
• Utilizing data analytics and performance reporting.
• Managing performance measurement.

Module 7: Stakeholder Engagement in Strategic OHS Planning

• Role of stakeholder engagement in strategic OHS planning.
• Implementing stakeholder consultation and participation mechanisms.
• Utilizing stakeholder feedback and communication channels.
• Managing engagement.

Module 8: Engaging Stakeholders in OHS Strategy Development

• Techniques for engaging stakeholders in OHS strategy development.
• Implementing workshops, surveys, and focus groups.
• Utilizing collaborative planning and decision-making.
• Managing stakeholder involvement.

Module 9: Resource Allocation and Budget Planning

• Principles of resource allocation and budget planning for strategic OHS initiatives.
• Implementing cost-benefit analysis and return on investment (ROI) calculations.
• Utilizing budget planning and resource management tools.
• Managing resource allocation.

Module 10: Change Management and Plan Implementation

• Techniques for managing change and implementing strategic OHS plans.
• Implementing change management methodologies and strategies.
• Utilizing project management and implementation tools.
• Managing change implementation.

Module 11: Legal and Ethical Considerations

• Legal and ethical considerations in strategic OHS planning.
• Implementing compliance with legal requirements and ethical standards.
• Utilizing ethical guidelines and best practices.
• Managing legal and ethical risks.

Module 12: Implementing Strategic OHS in Diverse Environments

• Challenges and opportunities of implementing strategic OHS in diverse business environments.
• Implementing strategic OHS solutions in different organizational cultures and domains.
• Utilizing strategic OHS strategies in multinational and global operations.
• Managing implementation in diverse contexts.

Module 13: Measuring and Demonstrating ROI

• Strategies for measuring and demonstrating the ROI of strategic OHS initiatives.
• Implementing performance measurement and reporting systems.
• Utilizing financial analysis and impact assessment tools.
• Managing ROI measurement.

Module 14: Case Studies: OHS Strategic Planning

• Analyzing real-world examples of successful OHS strategic planning.
• Highlighting best practices and innovative strategic OHS solutions.
• Documenting project outcomes and impact.
• Industry and strategic leader testimonials.

Module 15: The Future of OHS Strategic Planning

• Exploring emerging trends and technologies in OHS strategic planning.
• Integrating digital technologies, data analytics, and AI.
• Adapting to evolving business landscapes and safety challenges.
• Building resilient and proactive strategic OHS ecosystems.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 5 working days before commencement of the training.