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Work Improvements in Small Enterprises (WISE) is a training program developed by the ILO to assist small and medium-sized enterprises in improving working conditions using simple, effective and low-cost techniques that provide direct benefits to owners and workers. The training emphasizes the link between good working conditions and productivity and the importance of employer-employee cooperation to achieving positive change. WISE was successfully introduced in over 20 countries in Asia and the Pacific, Latin America and Africa. To support WISE training several publications are available in multiple languages. A specific application of the WISE program is the highly successful WIND program for the agricultural sector.
WISE is highly participatory and promotes the adoption of local solutions for local problems. At the end of the training, participants build personalized action plans through the use of the WISE checklists. They are then supported to carry out and maintain planned improvements by volunteers/trainers and through the creation of a local WISE network.
WISE covers the following topics: (1) Materials storage and handling, (2) Workstation design, (3) Machine safety, (4) Control of hazardous substances, (5) Lighting, (6) Work-related welfare facilities, (7) Work premises, (8) Work organization, (9) Understanding productivity, (10) Managing and Motivating Employees, (11) Designing and managing working Time, (12) Managing Wages and Benefits, (13) Family-friendly measures, and (14) Creating a respectful workplace.
The material consists of two handbooks: a Trainer’s Guide and an Action Manual. The Trainer’s Guide gives the principles of the successful organization of the training, including preparation, training steps, detailed suggestions for lessons, activities and cases, examples for improvement, and potential questions and answers to them.
The Action Manual consists of an Action checklist and many examples of good practices, including motivation why.
The material is primarily meant to be used by a trainer / teacher in setting up participatory action-oriented training sessions. The Trainer’s Guide starts with an extensive description how to effectively use the manual, including tips for preparation and follow-up activities.
An introduction to the WISE program is available in English, French and Spanish.
For a direct link to the manuals and other relevant material, see the Comments block below.
Language(s):
English, Español, Spanish, Français, French
Training level(s) of the material:
Awareness
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Course
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A handbook meant to teach and implement practical actions in rural and agricultural settings to help reduce work-related accidents and illness, improve living conditions and increase productivity. In the book, basic ergonomic principles are applied to achieve typical practical improvements in agricultural and rural settings, particularly in developing countries. The book covers on the following areas: storage and handling of materials, workstations and tools, machine safety, agricultural vehicles, physical environment, control of hazardous chemicals, environmental protection, welfare facilities, family and community cooperation, and work organization and working schedules.
Besides, suggestions are given how to use the manual in practice in a participatory way. Examples of ready-to-use course schedules and checklists are given.
The manual is primarily meant to be used by a trainer / teacher in setting up participatory action-oriented training sessions in rural communities. An extensive description how to effectively use the manual is provided, including tips for preparation and follow-up activities.
The material has clear resemblance with the ILO-WIND programme. See some other material on this website or see the Comments block below for direct links.
Language(s):
English
Training level(s) of the material:
Awareness
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Course
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This course aims to educate in the principles of occupational health services (OHS) in general, and in the strategies for developing Basic Occupational Health Services (BOHS) for primary health care providers. The course consists of the following 7 modules: 1. Introduction to Basic Occupational Health Services, 2. Stepwise development of the OHS system, 3. The BOHS cycle, 4. Surveillance of the work environment and of the workers’ health, 5. Prevention and education, 6. Diagnosis, therapy, rehabilitation, record keeping and evaluation, and 7. Organization and financing of BOHS. The first two modules can be followed for free; for participation of the full course, a small fee is to be paid. The instruction to send an email message is given on the first webpage of the course.
Each module has a pre- and post test. Besides, within the modules, the learning is stimulated by questions and immediate feedback. All courses can be followed and displayed on-line or downloaded and printed in any order (except for the questions and tests, which can be read and are examined only online). An e-tutor button is available for asking questions.
The material is appropriate for students and workers, who have basic knowledge in health care and occupational health. Many specific terms used are explained in a glossary.
The lessons are available in English only.
Language(s):
English
Training level(s) of the material:
Intermediate
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Course
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This course aims to provide a thorough understanding of the techniques for assessing exposure to hazardous substances in the workplace. Besides, it gives an understanding of how exposure information can be used to assess risks. After having followed the course, someone is able to describe the general approach to health risk assessment, select appropriate equipment, devise a suitable sampling strategy, and present the results in a form useful for health risk assessment purposes.
The contents of the course somewhat in more detail: the biology and physiology of the most important human organs and systems are explained. Target organs for toxicological substances and the importance of the possible routes of exposure are explained. Basic toxicological concepts (among others: dose response curves) are refreshed. The steps in the risk assessment procedure are explained. Hygiene standards (international) and exposure limits calculations are clarified. Much attention is paid to air sampling theory and practice. Different types of air sampling analysis methods are mentioned, including spectrometry, spectrophotometry, and chromatography. Special attention is paid to the sampling of dusts (air-borne particles), vapors and gases.
The material is appropriate students, who have basic knowledge of biology and chemistry. For teachers, a guideline is added.
The course consists of ready-to-use material, that can be downloaded free of charge, printed and displayed. No on-line interaction is necessary.
The course is available in the English language. The student manual is available in English and Norwegian.
Language(s):
English, Norsk, Norwegian
Training level(s) of the material:
Intermediate
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Course
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This material consists of a series of training manuals, made for educators of agricultural workers to tackle their health, safety and environmental problems. The manuals do not generally consist of ready-to-use material, but need adaptation (e.g. restriction of the topics, translation into local language, integration of local regulations, usage of examples that meet the participants’ experiences, or addition of the specific needs of the participants). The material merely pays attention to the approach and organization how to handle with hazards at work. Especially the so-called Trade Union’s approach is described in detail. The hazards themselves are listed shortly, but can be elaborated in more detail on initiative of the teacher.
The material is meant as a help for educators. An extensive educator’s guide is added that describes possibilities for preparation, planning, organization (including kinds of activities), and evaluation of meetings with participants.
The material (344 pages) can be downloaded and printed for immediate use.
Language(s):
English
Training level(s) of the material:
Awareness
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Course
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This manual instructs a desirable behavior in relation to safety, health and welfare conditions on construction sites. It teaches possible solutions to the problems that one may encounter. It covers many aspects of the work on construction sites, such as
safety organization and management, site planning and layout, excavations, scaffolding and use of ladders, hazardous processes, movement of materials, working positions, tools and equipment, working environment, personal protective equipment, and welfare facilities.
The training is addressed mainly to employees in the construction sector, that is: workers, worker representatives and supervisors. It is indicated that the manual is also useful for employers and managers, while important parts of the content (questions, illustrations, checklist) can be used for training purposes.
The manual (134 pages) can be downloaded and can be printed for immediate use.
The manual presents a lot of situations and recommendations for safe work and a safe work environment. On every topic, questions are presented that test whether the essentials are kept. No answer sheets are provided for these questions are provided. However, the answers can be found in the text.
Language(s):
English
Training level(s) of the material:
Awareness
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Course
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This free course is meant to enlarge a student’s knowledge of occupational hygiene practice in relation to fibrous dust. The course concentrates on asbestos, but other fibers are also covered. These fibers, such as machine made mineral fibers (MMMF), aramid fibers (Kevlar, Twaron), polyolefin fibers, and carbon fibers, are increasingly used in industry. The course provides understanding of the health risks associated with asbestos and other fibers, and gives also insight into methods of evaluation and control. Besides, practical skills for safely taking samples from bulk materials and for assessing fiber concentrations in the atmosphere are covered.
The material is appropriate for students, who have basic knowledge of biology and chemistry. For teachers, a guideline is added. The course consists of ready-to-use material, that can be downloaded free of charge, printed and displayed. No on-line interaction is necessary.
Language(s):
English
Training level(s) of the material:
Intermediate
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Course
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Workplace violence is not only detrimental to the health and dignity of people at work but also to the productivity and profitability of an organization. This training manual presents an activity plan with ready-to-use PowerPoint sheets, assignments, and forms for a 3 day interactive and participative course in recognizing, preventing and counteraction workplace violence. The course is directed towards both physical and psychological violence.
The training is addressed to a large audience, amongst others health personnel, representatives of professional organizations, trade unionists, administrators, managers and decision makers.
The manual (132 pages) can be downloaded and the forms are ready and can be printed for immediate use.
Although many examples and assignments come from the health care sector, it is possible to reformulate important parts so that the course will be suited also for other sectors. This will demand for a serious preparation by the teacher.
Language(s):
English
Training level(s) of the material:
Basic
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Course
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A booklet that helps identifying the causes of injuries and ill health. It will also help eliminating hazards and controlling risks. The booklet is divided into three parts: the first part covers managing health and safety and is primarily aimed at those responsible for running the farming or horticultural business (partners, directors and sole traders). The second part covers specific safety risks on farms and gives practical advises to reduce and control the risk. The third part covers longer lasting risks due to chemical or biological agents, physical work or noise and vibration.
The material is relevant to everyone working on farms, whether employer, employee or self-employed.
The material can be downloaded free of charge, printed and displayed. No on-line interaction is necessary.
Language(s):
English
Training level(s) of the material:
Awareness
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Course
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This course provides students with a sound understanding of the effects of the thermal environment on people. The physiology of thermoregulation and the effects of extreme temperatures (heat and cold) is explained. Furthermore, it explains the methods available for performing a thermal survey and assessing the degree of risk. Finally, the possible means of controlling the risks associated with thermal stress are described.
The material is appropriate for students, who have basic knowledge of physics and physiology. For teachers, a guideline is added.
The course consists of ready-to-use material, that can be downloaded free of charge, printed and displayed. No on-line interaction is necessary.
Language(s):
English
Training level(s) of the material:
Intermediate
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Course
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