Methodology: Introduction to Industrial Accidents: prevention, preparedness and response
The three-hour module Introduction to Industrial Accidents: prevention, preparedness and response aims to raise awareness about industrial accidents in order to strengthen the capacity of government, industry and civil society.
| SMC Category | Hazard identification and risk assessment, Risk prevention and reduction, Emergency preparedness and Response |
| Subcategories | Process safety assessment, Workplace safety assessment, Preparedness to Accidents and Emergencies, Response to accidents, Preventive measures, Protective measures |
| SME Activity | Handling, Unloading and loading, Production, Storage |
| Author | UNEP & OCHA |
| Company type | Synthesis of substances, Formulation of chemicals, Industrial users of chemicals |
| Link(s) |
http://www.eecentre.org/?page_id=1776 |
How to use it
Inputs
1) Pre-signup required to enter the course.
Outputs
1) An improved understanding of what constitutes an 'industrial accident', participants will be better able to prevent, prepare and respond.
| Learning time | Short (<1h) |
| User expertise | Basic (no scientific/engineering background required/no business management experience required) |
| User-friendliness | Very user friendly |
| Advanced tool | No |
| Languages | English |