Auditing and Governance Risk and Compliance

Auditing Health and Safety Management

Health and safety failures can cause serious harm and liability. This course covers auditing health and safety management systems: legal compliance, policy and leadership, risk assessment, controls and permits, contractor management, training, incident investigation and performance monitoring.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Audits help organisations find safety weaknesses before accidents happen. You will learn a structured approach to safety auditing.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Site audit planning, document review, interview practice and case studies of incidents.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

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

Understand health and safety legal requirements
Audit safety policy and leadership
Review risk assessments and controls
Assess contractor safety management
Evaluate training and competence
Audit incident investigation and performance

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Internal auditors
HSE auditors and managers
Operations managers
Compliance professionals
Risk managers

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Safety system auditing
Risk assessment review
Contractor assessment
Incident review
Reporting

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Safety Management

09:00–10:08Legal framework
10:08–11:00Management systems
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Management systems (continued)
11:45–12:53Audit approach
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Leadership and Risk

09:00–10:08Policy and leadership
10:08–11:00Risk assessments
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Risk assessments (continued)
11:45–12:53Controls
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Operations

09:00–10:08Permits to work
10:08–11:00Contractors
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Contractors (continued)
11:45–12:53Equipment
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4People

09:00–10:08Training and competence
10:08–11:00Consultation
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Consultation (continued)
11:45–12:53Culture
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Incidents and Performance

09:00–10:08Investigations
10:08–11:00Indicators
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Indicators (continued)
11:45–12:53Reporting
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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