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OHSE
Trainer training in Occupational health, safety
and environment course

Trainer’s Manual

Module 2

Developed by The Asian Workers Occupational Health, Safety and Environment Institute (2001)
Contents
OHSE Trainer training in Occupational health, safety and environment course........................ 1
Contents.................................................................................................................................. 2
Trainer’s manual..................................................................................................................... 4
For conducting Trainer training in occupational health, safety and environment Module 2.. 4
Module 2................................................................................................................................. 6
Registration......................................................................................................................... 6
Day 1...................................................................................................................................... 7
Session 1: Course committee.............................................................................................. 7
Session 2: Introduction to the course and trainer(s)............................................................. 7
Session 3: Icebreaker: values............................................................................................. 8
Session 4: review of experience from between Module practices........................................ 9
Session 5: How we approach occupational health, safety and environment hazards............10
Session 6: Active information sessions..............................................................................11
Session 7: Conducting a workplace inspection...................................................................13
Session 8: Video and discussion: conducting a site inspection...........................................14
Day 2.....................................................................................................................................15
Session 9: Travel to inspection site....................................................................................15
Session 10: workplace visit and inspection........................................................................15
Session 11: Handling an ohse hazard 1..............................................................................15
Session 12: Planning an active information session............................................................16
Session 13: Handling an ohse hazard 2..............................................................................18
Session 14: Discussion: how can we conduct sustainable union education?.......................19
Day 3.....................................................................................................................................20
Session 15: Course committee...........................................................................................20
Session 16: Using case studies...........................................................................................20
Session 17: Guest speaker: An OHS success story............................................................20
Session 18: Using visual aids/Videos.................................................................................21
Session 19: Team teaching.................................................................................................22
Session 20: Handling an ohse hazard 3..............................................................................23
Session 21: Guest speaker: A workplace environment success story.................................24
Day 4.....................................................................................................................................26
Session 22: Course committee...........................................................................................26
Session 23: Design for a one day introductory course on ohse...........................................26
Session 24: Introduction to conducting active information sessions practice......................27
Session 25: Preparation for conducting active presentations practice..................................27
Session 26 – 28: conducting active presentations practices: 1 - 3......................................27
Day 5.....................................................................................................................................29
Session 29: Course committee...........................................................................................29
Session 30: conducting active presentations practices: 4 - 5..............................................29
Session 31: Review of active information session presentations.........................................29
Session 32: How we will prepare our practices..................................................................29
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Session 33..........................................................................................................................30

Contents of course folder at commencement
Organisation logo.
Timetable.
Attachment 1: Welcome.
Attachment 2: Aim and Objectives.
Attachment 3: Aim and Objectives of training organisation.
Attachment 4: Introduction to three Modules of trainer training.
Attachment 5: Survey of between practices learning.
Course evaluation form.

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Trainer’s manual
For conducting Trainer training in occupational health, safety and
environment Module 2
This manual has been developed to be assist those trainers who must train union activists to
conduct occupational health and safety training. There are three Manuals , one for each
Module, this is for Module 2. It is a requirement of the program that participants must practice
the skills which they have learned in each Module with union members before proceeding to
the following Module and before receiving a Certificate of competence. At the conclusion of
each Module participants will receive a Statement of attendance.
It is assumed that the participants have little experience of either training or occupational
health, safety and environment issues. Consequently, for those with little experience of
occupational health, safety and environment but appropriate training skills it will be
appropriate to review the three modules and to develop an alternative package based
principally on the sessions dealing with occupational health, safety and environment issues.
For persons familiar with occupational health, safety and environment but not training skills it
would be possible to adapt the materials to emphasise training skills and methodologies.
It is stressed that it is not suggested that this is the only, or even the best way to conduct this
training. However, it follows the pattern used by The Asian Workers Occupational Health,
Safety and Environment Institute in Thailand and is one way to achieve the objectives set for
the project: that appropriately selected union activists become effective trainers in trade union
approaches to occupational health, safety and environment.
The training strategy
It is assumed that the participants in this training program will conduct skill courses for union
activists and representatives who will take up occupational health, safety and environment
hazards either within joint occupational health and safety committees, or as grievances.
Module 1 involves the development and practice of discussion group leading skills with a
focus on presentations which can be used to develop awareness of occupational health, safety
and environment as a union concern. An issue here is establishing the idea of actively
representing members as a key trade union value. At the completion of the Module
participants should be able to lead discussion of topics such as:
 occupational health, safety and environment and unions;
 rights and responsibilities of the parties under Thai law;
 the union role in occupational health, safety and environment.
Following Module 1 participants are expected to conduct, as part of a team, two one-hour
discussion groups for members. They will have developed and practiced similar presentations
during the course. They will have to organise participants and venues for these practices.
Typical participants will be active rank and file union members.
Module 2 involves the development and practice of active learning methods with a focus on
presentations dealing with understanding how to manage workplace hazards (including
reference to issues such as occupational safety hazards, industrial diseases/health/hygiene,
PPE, the environment [internal and external to the workplace]).1 One of the approaches we
will discuss in this Module is the POSITIVE program.2 At the completion of the Module

1 We will not be able to deal in depth with many of the hazards, rather we will aim to develop a risk management
approach. We should aim to develop a range of readings on typical hazards, especially those identified by participants, which
would be available for use later.
2 The Japan International Labour Foundation (JILAF) has developed the Participation-Oriented Safety Improvements
by Trade union InitiatiVE program designed to encourage active workers to begin to deal with some of the more obvious
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participants should be able to use active learning methods to develop the skills of union
occupational health, safety and environment activists in:
 identifying typical hazards;
 describing and using a hazard management strategy;
 understanding hazard controls;
 mobilising members on occupational health, safety and environment matters.
Following Module 2 participants are expected to conduct, as part of a team, the first day of a
proposed three-day course for members which they will have developed and practiced during
the course. They will have to organise participants and venues. Typical participants will be
members of union and/or joint union management occupational health, safety and environment
committees.
The POSITIVE program is a useful basis for active learning courses to be conducted by the
trainers following their training. The POSITIVE program requires trainers with a good
understanding of the ways in which hazards can be managed. This (trainer training) program,
while not claiming to provide all that is required, is intended to give the participants a good
basic understanding of hazard management and the union role.
Module 3 would take these active learning skills further, including introducing role plays.
Presentations would be expected to focus on representational issues such as:
 negotiating and implementing occupational health, safety and environment clauses in
collective agreements;
 using the Inspectors;
 establishing and being effective in occupational health and safety committees.
Following Module 3 participants are expected to conduct, as part of a team, the final two-days
of the above course over two weekends which they will have developed and practiced during
the course. They will have to organise participants and venues. Typical participants will be
members of union and/or joint union management occupational health, safety and environment
committees.
How the materials are presented
For each session there is an indication of the title, when it is to be conducted, and the duration
of the session. An aim and objectives indicate what we are aiming to achieve. Then follows a
session outline. This is presented in two columns. The left-hand column indicates the key
steps in conducting the session. Once a trainer is familiar with the materials most attention
during the session will be focussed on this column. The right-hand column provides more
information about what might be expected from the participants. There are footnotes from
time to time which usually refer to handouts or other training materials required during the
course. The manual also includes overhead transparencies (OHTs). An indication of where
they should be used is given in the left-hand column of the session plan. There are also a
number of checklists designed to form the basis for a structured approach to completing some
of the tasks required of union occupational health, safety and environment activists.
In most cases there is an OHT which indicates the tasks to be performed by buzz groups or
small groups. For small group activities the instructions are also provided in writing.
Handouts are also included. As much as possible they are kept to one or two pages
summarising the content of the session.

workplace hazards. This allows focus to be on low-cost solutions which fits in with the Work Improvement in Small
Enterprises (WISE) program for employers.
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Trainer’ manual
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Module 2
Day 1
Session 1: Registration
Sunday 14 May 7.45 pm.
Participants to arrive by 6 pm Sunday evening at the accommodation venue. We will have
dinner at 7 pm and have a short meeting at 7.45 pm. During this meeting we will complete
registration formalities.
Participants to arrive at the training venue by 8.30 am each day. We will return to the
accommodation venue for dinner and an evening session. On Thursday there is a free evening;
participants may be encouraged to have social activity.
Distribute course folder containing list of participants, course timetable, Introduction sheet (see
attachment 1), the course Aim and objectives (attachment 2), and the objectives of the Institute
(see attachment 3). Also include personal name tag and ask participants to wear it at all times.
Ask participants to complete the registration form.
Need to prepare place names (on tables) at training venue.
Take photos of each participant. Ask them to bring the photos with them on Monday morning.
The photos will be stapled to the information about themselves following Session 1.
Note what is provided for them during their stay at the accommodation, the expenses covered
and when they will be paid.
Following registration call the participants together and conduct a simple icebreaker to ensure
that the participants are relaxed with each other overnight. Ask participants to pair off with
someone they do not know well and then ask them to (step by step):
Questions for chats
Tell your partner your name, union and job. 1 minute
Describe the best moment in your between Modules practice. 1 minute
Describe the worst moment in your between Modules practice. 1 minute
Describe what you wish to be able to do after completing this Module. 1 minute
Describe where you would like the trade union movement to be in five years. 1 minute
Take some examples of best and worst moments and expectations.
Ask participants to complete Attachment 5 overnight.
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Day 2
Session 2: Course committee
Monday 8.30 am 30 minutes.
Aim: To provide participants with a forum to discuss and clarify learning, to deal with
any social issues, or to raise other matters.
Objectives: At the completion of the session the participants will be able to:
 review the workings of previous days;
 resolve any difficulties;
 develop appropriate social activities during the course.
Session 3: Introduction to the course and trainer(s)
Monday 14 May 9.00 am. 30 minutes.
Aim: To introduce the participants.
Objectives: At the completion of the session participants should be able to:
 explain the program of training which they will undertake;
 identify the other participants;
 list the most important learning which took place between Modules.
Welcome participants. Remind them of the staff and layout of the Institute. Indicate the rules
about access to equipment and telephones.
Ask them to sit next to someone they do not know well.
Review the concept of the three modules (see attachment 4). Indicate the nature of the overall
project.
Introduce this module. Review Aim and objectives for the course. Indicate that they also have
an aim and objectives for each session in their folder.
Encourage participants to remember: Be both participants and observers.
Indicate that whenever they are unsure of anything they should ask for a time out. They
should indicate whether the time out is about issues in the particular session or about
training issues in general. In the latter case I will wear an agreed item of clothing so that
we know that we are dealing with training methodology.
Ask are there any questions? Answer questions.
Indicate that each participant will have Provide each participant with a sheet of
five minutes to re-introduce him/her coloured A4 paper. They are to:
self.
 think about the information requested
OHT 1 first;
 then write or draw it in the form shown
on OHT 1.
Each person has ten minutes to prepare. They are to write the information requested
Then there is fifteen minutes to on the sheet in the manner suggested. When
introduce themselves to, at least, two they have done so they are to take their A4
other persons. sheet to two persons wearing a shirt or blouse
of a different colour to their own. They
should discuss the information provided
asking about the words in the centre and what
their colleague learnt in the practices.
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Each participant make presentation. Participants are to staple their picture to the
paper and, after introducing themselves they
will stick the paper on the wall. Their name,
in English, must also be displayed. This may
need to be provided by the interpreter.
Trainer(s) to prepare their own sheet.
Review participants’ expectations and Indicate where their objectives fit in program
comment. (Module 1, 2 or 3). Any which are
inappropriate should be discussed for
agreement.
List key points of learning.
Session 3: Icebreaker: values
Monday 14 May 9.30 am 60 minutes.
Aim: To further develop the participants ability to use icebreakers.
Objectives: At the completion of the session participants should be able to:
 explain values and their importance;
 describe a strategy for identifying and analysing core values;
 distinguish personal and organisational values;
 list core values for union representatives;
 describe processes for developing consensus.
Remind the participants to be both participants and observers.
Review what we have learnt earlier about Ask participants to brainstorm what they
icebreakers. know about icebreakers. List response on
the white board and discuss whether any
icebreakers were used by them during the
practices between Modules. Note any
which were used.
Discuss what we mean by values. Ask have any of the enterprises you work
in developed statements of their values
(eg in a mission statement)? Note any
that have and seek copies for future
reference. Clarify what we mean by
values.
Indicate that we will conduct an exercise Distribute a set of the cards to each pair.
in pairs they have ten minutes to Their task is to place not more than eight
determine their core values and list them. (8) cards in each of five columns
Then they repeat the task in fours and discarding some. They are to place the
compare the results and repeat it in cards under the headings as they value
eights. them as individuals. One additional card
should be the most important value to
Need (multiple) card sets and OHT 2 and
3. them. They are to write the card titles of
wild and always valued columns on the
transparencies provided.
In fours they will repeat the task but must
include no more than five (5) cards in
each column after first reviewing each
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other’s value sets and discussing what
was discarded.
Finally in two groups of half the
participants to repeat the exercise but on
the basis of being trade union
representatives (ie they must identify
what are the values which they must have
as a trade union representative).
Discuss the result of the activity. Issues:
 were personal and organisational
values different? If so why?
 How gained consensus (who
important)?
 How difficult to change values?
 What is the importance of them?
 Should unions have a mission
statement like a company?
Type of group work. Ask What type of group work did we use?
Ask the participants to think back to the
active learning methods we discussed in
Module 1. They should identify the
method as snowballing.
Summarise the session.
Break 10.30 to 11.00 am 30 minutes.
Session 4: review of experience from between Module practices.
Monday 14 May 11.00 am 45 minutes.
Aim: To encourage the participants to critically review what they learnt in their
practices.
Objectives: At the completion of the session participants should be able to:
 explain how well the practices by participants were carried out;
 describe a range of strategies for improving their conduct of study
circles/discussion groups.
Indicate that each participant is to Distribute survey. Observe participants
complete the survey (Attachment 5). and assist where needed.
Indicate that they have fifteen minutes to
complete the task.
After fifteen minutes bring group back Ask for brief general comments on the
together. questions in the survey.
Discuss the practices and what changes Deal with each area of interest:
may need to be made.
 Organising

 Planning

 Conducting
 Administering
Review some, at least of the Aim and
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objectives used by the participants during
the practices to develop clearer more
effective aim and objectives.
Discuss and resolve any problems which
arose.
Summarise the session. Identify what appear to have been the main learning points.
Subsequently review and record the results of the survey for future reference.
Session 5: How we approach occupational health, safety and
environment hazards
Monday 14 May 11.45 am 45 minutes.
Aim: To enable the participants to share ideas about current practice in dealing with
occupational health, safety and environment hazards.
Objectives: At the completion of the session participants should be able to:
 describe the different roles of union and joint occupational health and
safety committees;
 compare current approaches to resolving occupational health, safety
and environment hazards to a proposed comprehensive approach.
Introduce topic. Note aim.
Ask who is a member of a union Note responses.
occupational health and safety committee?
Ask do any unions/national centres have Note responses.
environment committees?
Ask who is a member of joint occupational Note responses. Identify any overlap.
health and safety committee? Determine how those on joint committees
were selected.
Ask do any of your companies deal with Note responses. Determine what actions are
environment issues? taken and how.
Ask what does the joint committee do? Note responses.
Discuss how effective the joint committees Identify how they make those judgements.
have been. Should expect:
 on-going review of records of accidents
and near hits
 improved communication
 fewer accidents
 less complaints
 some obvious actions to improve safety.
Discuss what are the different roles of the Note responses.
joint and the union occupational health and
safety committees.
Ask what steps do you follow when setting Note their responses (see how similar they
out to deal with an occupational health, are to the strategy we will recommend).
safety and environment hazard? Also note whether there is a too strong
emphasis upon PPE.
Refer to framework for handling Identify and assess hazards.
occupational health and safety hazards
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