Live Online Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Training Course
Live online, instructor-led · next cohort Oct 26, 2026 · from USD 800
Most workplace injuries and losses follow hazards that someone could have seen coming, which is why occupational safety law centres on assessing risk before work starts. You begin with hazard categories, physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic and psychosocial, and how each causes harm across different workplaces. Identification techniques include workplace inspections, job safety analysis, task observation, checklists, What-If reviews and an introduction to HAZOP. Assessment sessions compare qualitative and semi-quantitative methods, likelihood and severity matrices, risk ranking and the ALARP principle.
Control days apply the hierarchy of controls, from elimination and substitution to engineering, administrative measures and PPE, and show how to write clear risk assessment records and safe systems of work. The final day covers monitoring, incident reporting, reviewing assessments after changes and using audits to drive continuous improvement in line with ISO 45001. Participants carry out a practical assessment of a real or simulated workplace and present their findings to the group for challenge. Safety officers, supervisors, safety committee members, engineers and line managers will be able to lead credible HIRA exercises and turn them into practical controls that protect people and operations.
At a Glance
How Live Online Training Works
Live online training, led by a trainer in real time, for participants anywhere.
More about live online training →- Format
- Live online, instructor-led
- Duration
- Mon - Fri (5 Days)
- Fee
- USD 800 (KES 80,000)
- Next start dates
- Oct 26, 2026, Dec 14, 2026, Jan 11, 2027
- Certificate
- Certificate of Completion
- What you need
- A computer with a reliable internet connection, a webcam and a headset
About this course
This Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment training focuses on helping participants identify hazards, evaluate risks, and implement effective controls to improve workplace safety. The course explores hazard recognition, risk analysis, control strategies, workplace inspections, compliance requirements, and incident prevention techniques. Participants will gain practical skills for managing risks and supporting safe work practices across different operational environments.
Throughout the programme, participants work through realistic scenarios drawn from industrial sites, construction operations, healthcare facilities, and regulated workplace environments, examining how hazard identification and risk assessment is applied in practice and where it most often breaks down. Delegates will develop practical skill in designing appropriate frameworks, selecting and applying the right tools for hazard identification, interpreting findings, and communicating conclusions clearly to colleagues, management and external stakeholders. Sessions move deliberately from principles to application, so that each technique introduced is practised against a realistic problem before the programme moves on — strengthening both individual effectiveness and the wider capability of the organizations delegates return to.
Training Objectives
- Strengthen understanding of hazard identification and risk assessment principles.
- Enhance the ability to recognize workplace hazards and potential threats.
- Develop practical skills for assessing risks and determining their severity.
- Improve competency in selecting and implementing risk control measures.
- Build capability in conducting workplace inspections and safety assessments.
- Strengthen knowledge of legal and regulatory safety requirements.
- Equip participants with methods for monitoring and reviewing workplace risks.
- Enable participants to contribute to safer and healthier work environments.
What you'll learn
Key Takeaways
By the end of the Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Training Course, participants will leave with:
- Comprehensive understanding of hazard identification and risk assessment processes.
- Enhanced ability to identify workplace hazards proactively.
- Improved competency in evaluating and prioritizing risks.
- Practical techniques for implementing effective control measures.
- Greater confidence in conducting workplace safety assessments.
- Stronger capability to support compliance and safety performance.
- Improved approaches for promoting a positive safety culture.
Training Methodology
This training course uses a practical and workplace-centered learning approach that strengthens hazard identification, risk assessment, and safety management capabilities.
Methodology includes:
- Guided presentations on workplace hazards and risk management practices.
- Hands-on exercises on hazard identification and risk evaluation.
- Practical case studies from different work environments.
- Interactive workshops focused on workplace safety challenges.
- Group discussions on risk control and compliance requirements.
- Scenario-based assignments on hazard assessment and mitigation.
- Practical sessions on inspections, reporting, and safety improvement planning.
Day 1: Understanding Hazards and Workplace Risks
- Examining the fundamentals of workplace safety and risk management.
- Identifying different categories of workplace hazards.
- Understanding the relationship between hazards and risks.
- Recognizing common causes of workplace incidents.
- Reviewing legal and organizational safety responsibilities.
- Promoting safety awareness across the workplace.
- Establishing a structured approach to hazard management.
Day 2: Hazard Identification Techniques
- Conducting workplace inspections and observations.
- Identifying physical, chemical, and biological hazards.
- Recognizing ergonomic and psychosocial hazards.
- Using checklists and hazard reporting systems.
- Analyzing tasks and work processes for hazards.
- Engaging employees in hazard identification activities.
- Recording and documenting identified hazards.
Day 3: Risk Assessment Methods and Applications
- Evaluating the likelihood of hazardous events.
- Assessing the severity of potential consequences.
- Applying risk rating and prioritization techniques.
- Using risk assessment matrices effectively.
- Analyzing exposure levels and vulnerability factors.
- Documenting risk assessment findings accurately.
- Reviewing and validating risk assessment outcomes.
Day 4: Risk Control and Mitigation Measures
- Applying the hierarchy of risk controls.
- Eliminating and reducing workplace hazards.
- Implementing engineering and administrative controls.
- Managing personal protective equipment requirements.
- Developing safe work procedures and practices.
- Monitoring the effectiveness of control measures.
- Strengthening incident prevention strategies.
Day 5: Monitoring, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement
- Conducting follow-up safety reviews and inspections.
- Tracking risk management performance indicators.
- Investigating incidents and near-miss events.
- Preparing hazard and risk assessment reports.
- Supporting compliance audits and safety evaluations.
- Developing workplace risk improvement plans.
- Promoting continuous improvement in safety management.
- Occupational Health and Safety Officers
- Risk Management Professionals
- Project Managers and Coordinators
- Operations and Maintenance Personnel
- Supervisors and Team Leaders
- Environmental Health and Safety Practitioners
- Facility Managers
- Construction and Engineering Personnel
- Human Resource Professionals with safety responsibilities
- Professionals involved in workplace safety and risk management
Upon successful completion of the training, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Training issued by Vision Reach Global Consultancy.
The certificate confirms attendance and successful participation, is recognized by employers across the public, private and development sectors, and can be verified directly with Vision Reach Global Consultancy on request.
Choose Where You Want to Learn
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Training Course Venues
KenyaNairobiNext Nov 16· 13 dates$1,500- KenyaMombasaNext Nov 2· 13 dates$1,600
- KenyaKisumuNext Nov 2· 13 dates$1,500
- KenyaNaivashaNext Nov 9· 13 dates$1,500
South AfricaCape TownNext Nov 2· 13 dates$3,800- South AfricaPretoriaNext Nov 9· 13 dates$3,200
- South AfricaJohannesburgNext Nov 9· 13 dates$3,400
TanzaniaZanzibarNext Nov 23· 13 dates$2,600- TanzaniaDar es SalaamNext Nov 2· 13 dates$2,000
- TanzaniaArushaNext Nov 16· 13 dates$1,900
- TanzaniaDodomaNext Nov 2· 13 dates$1,800
RwandaKigaliNext Nov 2· 13 dates$1,900
UgandaKampalaNext Nov 9· 13 dates$1,900
UAEDubaiNext Nov 2· 13 dates$3,800
NigeriaAbujaNext Nov 16· 13 dates$2,800- NigeriaLagosNext Nov 23· 13 dates$2,800
GhanaAccraNext Nov 23· 13 dates$4,500- KenyaMachakosNext Nov 9· 13 dates$1,600
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Frequently Asked Questions About Live Online Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Training Course
Everything you need to know about this course before you register.
By the end of the Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment programme, you'll be able to understand core hazard identification and risk assessment principles and how they fit together in practice, apply practical techniques for hazard identification in day-to-day implementation, strengthen evaluation, reporting and quality-assurance capability, and improve decision-making using evidence-driven performance information. The full breakdown of topics is covered session by session in the Course Outline tab above.
This course is designed for Occupational Health and Safety Officers, Risk Management Professionals, Project Managers and Coordinators, Operations and Maintenance Personnel, Supervisors and Team Leaders, Environmental Health and Safety Practitioners, Facility Managers, Construction and Engineering Personnel, Human Resource Professionals with safety responsibilities, and Professionals involved in workplace safety and risk management.
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Training Course typically runs as 5 Days. It's available as in-house corporate, in-person classroom, and live virtual training — every course can also be delivered on-site for your team on dates that suit you.
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Training Course is scheduled in-classroom in Nairobi, Kenya, Mombasa, Kenya, Kisumu, Kenya, and Naivasha, Kenya, and 14 other locations, plus a live interactive virtual classroom you can join from anywhere. Check the schedule panel above for exact upcoming dates and fees in each location.
The next live virtual cohort of Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment starts December 14, 2026, with new classroom cohorts also running on a rolling basis. Pick a date and location in the schedule panel above, then click "Register for the Course" — it takes a few minutes and your seat is confirmed once payment or a signed purchase order is received.
Yes — delegates who meet the attendance requirement receive a Certificate of Completion for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Training Course from Vision Reach Global Consultancy, issued in the name you register with, so double-check the spelling at checkout.
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Training Course is pitched at intermediate professionals. If you're unsure whether it's the right fit for your current role or background, message our training advisors before you register and they'll help you confirm.
Fees for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Training Course vary by delivery location and format and are shown in real time in the schedule panel above once you pick a date. Register 3 or more delegates on the same course together and a 5% team discount is applied automatically — larger cohorts can request a custom corporate quote.
Yes — Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Training Course can be delivered on-site at your offices (or virtually for distributed teams), with case studies and examples tailored to your industry and the specific challenges your team is working through. Switch to the "In-House" tab in the schedule panel above to request a proposal.
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