Training workers in occupational health and safety requirements is complex in large organizations. Effective and cost efficient ways to accomplish this are critical. Especially, when the workforce is located over a substantial geographic area. Below are some current trends making headway in this aim:
Flipped Classroom model principles applied to curriculum design and delivery. Training materials re-worked as self-paced learning modules, either as stand alone, or prerequisites to attending classroom or workshop where knowledge is put into practice in a safe learning environment.
Peer Coaching model to support workers, in their work setting, reinforcing safe work process and collaborative problem solving in the spirit of prevention.
Learning Management Systems to manage the learning system and the learners.
Communications Technology including Skype for sharing computer screens, teleconference and video conferencing. An example of this in action for the purpose of informing and introducing the legislative changes to the Workers Compensation Act, specifically Bill 9, which impact employer incident investigation in two significant ways:
1. Preliminary investigation must be completed within 48 hours of the incident,
2. The full investigation must be submitted to WorkSafeBC within 30 days of the incident ... unless an extension is granted.
Within a short time frame a large number of workers can be trained using communication technology. Take learners on a visual tour, invite discussion, provide additional written material and resources for future reference. Ensure key points, learners, need to know about the requirements, such as: how to use the tool prior to roll out and what support looks like once activated. Such as: coaching in the moment, as needed by prevention advisor, 24/7 on-line help desk, and field guide resources.
References:
1. "7 Things You Should Know About Flipped Classrooms" Educause Learning Initiative, Research and Publications Louisville, CO, United States, February 2012. Web. 11 May 2016.
2. "Legislative Change: A Primer on Employer Incident Investigations" Workers Compensation Amendment Act, 2015 (Bill 9)" British Columbia, Canada, 1 Feb 2016. Web. 11 May 2016.
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