Safety Manuals & Safety Management Plans

Develop and maintain OSHA-compliant safety manuals and management plans tailored to your worksite’s unique risks and operations.

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About the Course

This course equips safety professionals and leadership teams with the knowledge and tools to create and manage effective Safety Manuals and Safety Management Plans tailored to their workplace. Participants will learn OSHA’s requirements for written safety programs, the differences between manuals and management plans, and how to customize documentation to address specific industry risks. The course also covers practical steps for drafting, reviewing, and updating safety programs, ensuring compliance and fostering a strong safety culture. By the end, learners will be prepared to integrate safety plans into daily operations and avoid common documentation pitfalls. Ideal for professionals aiming to enhance workplace safety and regulatory readiness.

Course Content

Each lesson builds on the one before it, helping you fully understand the material and apply it on the job. At the end of the course, you’ll take a short test—and once you pass, your certification will be available instantly as a downloadable PDF. Here’s a look at everything that’s covered:

  • Introduction to Safety Manuals and Safety Management Plans
  • OSHA’s Requirements for Written Safety Programs
  • Key Differences Between a Manual and a Management Plan
  • Why Every Company Needs a Site-Specific Safety Manual
  • Core Components of a Safety Manual
  • Core Components of a Safety Management Plan
  • Tailoring Your Safety Manual to Your Industry
  • Writing a Safety Manual Step-by-Step
  • Communicating and Training from the Manual
  • Updating and Reviewing Your Safety Program
  • Common Mistakes and Gaps in Safety Documentation
  • Integrating Safety Plans with Daily Operations
  • Summary
  • Final Knowledge Check
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Safety Manuals & Safety Management Plans

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$ 250.00 USD

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Course Outline

14 Lessons

Estimated Time

35min

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