WSH Guidelines on Managing Safety and Health for SMEs in the Metalworking Industry

This training course focuses on the importance of effective Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) management, as mandated by the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Act. The course is designed for employers, contractors, sub-contractors, self-employed individuals, and employees, emphasizing the need for comprehensive risk management to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.

WSH management plays a critical role in preventing work-related injuries and occupational diseases (ODs), creating a safer and healthier workspace. Beyond safety, good WSH practices can significantly enhance productivity, efficiency, and overall business competitiveness, providing long-term benefits to both employees and employers.

The course is particularly relevant for companies in the metalworking industry, with a special focus on small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It aims to help these businesses build and strengthen their capabilities in managing workplace safety and health, offering practical guidance on how to integrate WSH into everyday business operations. Through this course, business owners, senior managers, and key stakeholders will learn how to establish and maintain safe work environments that not only comply with regulatory requirements but also foster a proactive safety culture.

Participants will be introduced to strategies for embedding safety and health practices into their companies’ daily activities. This includes risk assessments, implementation of safe work practices, and continuous monitoring of workplace safety to ensure that hazards are minimized. Additionally, the course highlights how good WSH management can result in several benefits, such as improved workplace systems, increased employee commitment, higher morale, and greater productivity.

By the end of the course, participants will have the tools and knowledge to develop and maintain effective WSH systems that not only meet compliance standards but also contribute to the long-term success of the business by fostering a safe and healthy work culture.