MINISTRY OF MANPOWER TECHNICAL NOTES Construction Safety Course For Project Managers (CSCPM) PART II Version 1.0 14 October 2014 Workplace Safety and Health Council, Ministry of Manpower (MOM), Singapore All rights reserved. This document is provided for the explicit use and guidance to Learning Service Providers as information resource for curriculum development and assessment purposes only. Any other use of this document or parts thereof, including reproduction, publication, distribution, transmission, retransmission or public showing, or storage in a retrieval system in any form, electronic or otherwise, for purposes other than that expressly stated in this advice without the expressed permission of MOM is strictly prohibited. 1 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
Version History Version Effective Date Changes Author 1.0 14 October First Issue ICB, WSH Council Office 2014 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Aim of the advisory 3 2 Overview of course requirements 6 3 Table of specifications 6 4 Training delivery advice 6 5 Assessment advice 10 6 Approved Facilitator and Assessor requirements 12 7 End of course evaluation and feedback 12 8 Related WSH legislations, industrial code of practice 13 and other references Annex A Table of Specifications Annex B Course Reference Matrix Annex C Sample for Assessment Plan 2 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
1. AIM OF THE GUIDE 1.1 The MOM Technical Notes is a document listing the requirements expected of the Learning Service Providers (LSPs), the approved facilitators, course and facilities suitable for the conduct of the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) course. It also aims to help facilitate LSPs deliver effective training and conduct competency-based training and assessment. 1.2 The main part of this document contains key information on the Construction Safety Course for Project Managers, including the course aim, learning objectives, target audience, assumed skills and knowledge, course syllabus, course duration, class size, and approved facilitator/trainee ratio. It also sets forth guidelines for training delivery and assessment for the course. 1.3 This MOM Technical Notes shall be reviewed on a regular basis and or whenever it is deemed necessary due to changes in MOM policy and or requirements, training syllabus and or industrial requirements. 2. MOM TECHNICAL NOTES 2.1 LSP Criteria: 1 full time Principal/Manager 1 full time Approved Facilitator & 1 Associate Approved Facilitator 2 approved facilitators per language per course bizsafe Level 3 Paid up Capital $5k / $50K (SOCs) ACTA or DACE Advanced Certificate in WSH: Worker Courses Specialist Diploma in WSH: Supervisor and above courses 5 years of relevant industry experience Any other course specific requirement/s 2.2 LSP Facilities: Conduciveness of training facilities Safe Noise Lighting Sanitary Projection Tables/Chairs Ventilation No training in containers 3 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
2.3 Construction Safety Course for Project Managers Theory Assessment: Assessment duration: 4 hours Assessment questions comprises of at least 2 Short Answer Questions, 2 Essay Questions, and 1 Case study question A closed book assessment Assessors shall alternate the assessment question sets Approved facilitator for class is not allowed to be the assessor for the assessment (same class) Assessment papers are to be issued in accordance to the course language registered for only. No mix language assessment is permitted. Assessors to trainee ratio is 1: 20 for theory A safety certificate/pass/card shall be issued to each trainee who passes the assessment, by the LSP. The issuance of the safety pass/card/certificate must adhere to the standard MOM Safety Certificate/Pass/Card template. All training records must be kept by LSP for period of no less than 2 years for audit purpose. 2.4 Checklist for LSPs: URA approved use of venue: Commercial School (theory only) or Industrial Training (theory and practical) Approved facilitators to be approved by authority by course, language and venue Updated register of all approved facilitators by course, language and venue Approved Facilitator certification: Advanced Certificate/Specialist Diploma in WSH for worker/supervisor & above courses Course information including cancellation and refund policy must be available to public Accountability for all test question sets produced / destroyed Guidelines for invigilator and assessors Code of conduct for Invigilators and Assessors Register to show production, issuance and destruction of safety certificates/pass/card All safety certificates/safety pass/card to be issued by LSPs to trainees no later than one month from assessment date To complete end of course evaluation by every trainee for each course LSPs to have a copy of the MOM Technical Notes Part I and Part II, and relevant SOP/s for compliance, in addition to any other MOM stipulated requirements. 4 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
3. Construction Safety Course for Project Managers 3.1 Learning objectives for CSCPM: 3.1.1 Understand the legal obligations of duty holders, including a project manager of a worksite, under the new WSH framework 3.1.2 Perform the role and duty as Chairman of WSH Committee 3.1.3 Plan and implement safety programme for construction activities including working at height, mechanical and electrical works, material handling, scaffolding and excavation 3.1.4 Plan and implement an occupational health programme for construction activities 3.1.5 Plan and implement risk management programme for all construction activities 3.1.6 Establish the procedures for incident reporting and accident investigation 3.1.7 Establish and implement Safety and Health Management System in worksite 3.1.8 Plan and participate safety and health audit and review in worksite 3.2 Target audience: 3.2.1 The CSCPM is a mandatory training course for individuals assigned to manage any construction project exceeding $10 m in contract value. 3.2.2 Factories (Safety Training Courses) Order 2001 stipulates that any person who is appointed as a Project Manager to be in charge of all construction activities in building and engineering construction worksites of a contract sum of $10 million or more shall attend the Construction Safety Course for Project Managers before undertaking such project. 3.2.3 The course would be appropriate for individuals with job titles such as: project managers, project directors, construction managers, project engineers in the construction industry. 5 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
4. OVERVIEW OF THE COURSE REQUIREMENTS 4.1. For detailed course content and weightage of assessment, refer to Annex A Table of Specifications. It is a structured format based on the cognitive domain of Bloom s taxonomy. 4.2 Assumed skills and knowledge: Knowledge of the construction industry activities ESS Workplace literacy and numeracy Level 6 and above or equivalence (refer to www.wda.gov.sg) 4.3 Entry requirements: Must be holding the position of Chairman of Safety Committee, Project Manager, Project Engineer, Superintendent or equivalent post to be eligible to attend this course 4.4 Course duration: 34 hours including 4 hours of assessment. 4.5 Class size: Max 20 4.6 Approved facilitator/trainee ratio: 1: 20 4.7 Course attendance record: Trainee must achieve 75% attendance for entire course. 5. TRAINING DELIVERY ADVICE 5.1. Approved facilitator s guide and Learners workbook/handouts 5.1.1 In order to deliver more effective instruction and ensure consistency in training, a copy of the approved facilitator s guide should be prepared. The guide provides the approved facilitator with information on the course including: Course aim Learning objectives Target audience Assumed skills and knowledge Course duration Class size and approved facilitator/trainee ratio Lesson plan Course contents and instructional materials Training methodologies Training resource requirements Course administration instruction 6 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
5.1.2 The approved facilitator s guide shall include information and key pointers to help approved facilitators, for the course, understand and highlight the salient key pointers on each training slide to the trainees. 5.1.3 The LSP is recommended to facilitate the learning process by providing each trainee with a Learner s workbook or handouts. This set of notes should contain the course aim, learning objectives and the key learning points (WSHA 2006, list of subsidiary legislations, list of industrial code of practice, safety guidelines etc) as well as guides for learning activities including job hazard analysis, risk assessment matrix, permit-towork system, safety management system, accident prevention plan and occupational health. Key pointers to summarise each topic/sub-topic to help the learners understand and retain the information must be included. 5.1.4 It is the responsibility of the LSP to ensure that no part of the materials used for the training infringe on patent, design, copyright and intellectual property rights of any individual or organization. 5.1.5 The LSP shall retain an updated version of the training course syllabus, lesson plan, approved facilitator s guide and Learner s workbook or handout at all times for inspection and verification by MOM/CB/SAC. 5.2. Training methodology 5.2.1. Knowledge The knowledge component for the CSCPM is best taught in the classroom with supporting aids such as slides, videos and pictures. The essential underpinning knowledge to be covered in the CSCPM includes: Workplace Safety and Health Act 2006 Subsidiary legislations pertaining to construction Relevant Codes of Practice for the construction industry Role of project manager Potential hazards: falling from heights, struck by falling objects, electrical hazards, struck by machinery, struck against protruding objects, fire, storage and handling of hazardous substances, health hazards Safety programme for working at height, mechanical & electrical works, mechanical material handling, scaffolding and excavation Fall Prevention Plan Permit-to-work system Occupational health programme Safety and health management system Risk management Accident prevention Accident investigation 7 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
Accident reporting procedures Safety and health audit 5.2.2 The training methodology for this knowledge category is not confined to lectures. Knowledge may also be imparted through the following delivery methods: Case study Role play Group discussion Problem-based learning and instruction Video and other e-resources and instructional media 5.2.3 Skills There are eight essential skills sets required for CSCPM. At the end of training, Learners must be competent in each of the skills listed. These skills must be demonstrated and practiced during the course: Understand the legal obligations of duty holders, including a project manager of a worksite, under the new WSH framework Perform the role and duty as Chairman of WSH Committee Plan and implement safety programme for construction activities including working at height, mechanical and electrical works, material handling, scaffolding and excavation Plan and implement an occupational health programme for a construction site Plan and implement risk management programme for all construction activities Establish and procedures for incident reporting and accident investigation Establish and implement Safety and Health Management System in worksite Plan and participate safety and health audit and review in worksite 5.2.4 Attribute The key attributes for a project manager is effective leadership, selfmotivated, good communication skills, make sound decisions and possess strong facilitation skills. The manager must do everything within his means to effectively implement the worksite's safety and health management system and ensure that the safety and health measures are put in place during the construction stage. To do this the following behavioural traits should be encouraged during the course: Lead by example 8 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
Provide clear instructions Follow through with the instructions Take firm action against those who do not follow instructions Promote teamwork 5.3. Training venue requirements 5.3.1. The LSP shall ensure that the classroom used for the training has adequate seating for the class of 20. Seating facilities inclusive of writing tables must be reasonably and comfortably spaced so as to be conducive for the learning process and for the purpose of conducting the assessment. 5.3.2 Classrooms should be equipped with projectors, whiteboards, flipcharts and training equipment relevant to the conduct of the course. 5.3.3 The classroom must have adequate lighting and ventilation. Emergency exit routes must be clearly marked out and briefed to the course Learners at the start of the course. 5.4. Training resource allocation: Training videos Copy of Workplace Safety and Health Act 2006 and all subsidiary legislations for reference Copy of the relevant Codes of Practice for construction industry Photos/slides of the various types of construction-related hazards: falling from heights, struck by falling objects, electrical hazards, struck by machinery, struck against protruding objects, fire, storage and handling of hazardous substances, health hazards Sample of Fall Prevention Plan Sample of Permit-to-work Forms for risk assessment matrix Forms for investigation report Case studies relating to accidents at construction worksites Evaluation form Emergency evacuation route 9 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
6. ASSESSMENT ADVICE 6.1. General guidelines for conducting competency-based assessment 6.1.1. The aim of the assessment plan is to determine the competency of the trainee to undertake the role of a Project Manager at a construction site upon successful completion of the CSCPM course. LSPs are advised to prepare an assessment plan for each course (Refer to Annex C for proposed sample). 6.1.2 The assessment plan must be directly related to all the learning objectives determined in the course. It comprises five main parts: Overview of the assessment tools and its duration Instructions for the conduct of the assessment Instruments or tools of assessment (Question paper, checklist ) Assessment summary record SOP to maintain the confidentiality of the assessment questions 6.1.3 The assessment plan is subject to review on an annual basis by the LSP to ensure that trainees are constantly kept current and competent to perform up to the industrial requirements. 6.2. Principles of assessment Assessment will be fair, valid, reliable and flexible for all trainees without deliberate barriers against the individual. Fair Are the assessments criteria clear? Do all the trainees know what to expect from the assessment? Does the assessment disadvantage any trainee? Do the candidates have any recourse to appeal? Valid Are the assessment methods and tools appropriate and effective in assessing what they claim to assess. Are the evidence collected relevant to the training and demonstrates that the learning outcome has been achieved? Reliability Are the results consistent from one assessment to another? Do people have the confidence that the standards are applied consistently from learner to learner and from context to context? Flexibility Can the assessment be used for multiple assessments? Are the assessment tools and methods uniform across different approaches and drawing on a range of different methods? Can they be used appropriately to the context, task and individual under assessment? 10 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
6.3 Assessment tools and instruments 6.3.1. The LSP must conduct written test (compulsory) and use one or more skill-based assessment method such as practical performance, roleplay or case study. There are four assessment instruments recommended to LSPs: Written test (WT) This method of assessment is quick and the most convenient to conduct. It can be used for a large class and a wide range of subjects particularly knowledge-based. It can be conducted as a multiple choice questionnaire (MCQ) or an essay format. Trainees need to have minimum workplace literary level 4 for the essay format. WT is not recommended for skills assessment. Practical Performance (PP) This method is highly recommended for skills assessment. It can be matched very closely to the actual task to be performed by the individual on the job. Role play (RP) This method of assessment is an alternative to the practical performance. It offers a greater flexibility and more options in terms of the range of responses expected of the trainee. Case study (CS) This method of assessment allows the LSP to use a wide range of real on-site accident cases for training purposes. 6.3.2 The total allocated time for assessment of the CSCPM is 4 hours of which no less than 2 hours should be allocated for written test. 6.4. Conduct of assessment 6.4.1. Assessment must be conducted strictly in accordance with the assessment plan. In particular, each candidate must complete all the assessment requirements in the time allocated. 6.4.2. A judgment on the competency of the candidate must only be made based on the evidence gathered. The evidence for each of the assessment instrument is given in the suggested response to the WT and the checklist accompanying the PP, RP and CS. 6.5. Recording and reporting of assessment outcome 6.5.1. All assessment outcomes must be accurately recorded in the assessment summary record form. 6.5.2. Assessment outcome must be conveyed to the candidate at the end of the assessment. Candidate must acknowledge the assessment outcome and both the assessor and candidate counter-sign on the assessment record form. 11 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
6.5.3. The LSP shall maintain a record of the assessment results for 2 years for inspection by MOM/SAC/CB. 6.6. Minimum Examination Requirements & Passing mark Construction Safety Course for Project Managers examination Recommendations Passing Mark 1 Theory Examination 2 Short Answer Questions Refer to the MOM Technical 2 Essay Questions Notes Part I. 2 Case Study 1 Case study question 7. APPROVED FACILITATOR AND ASSESSOR REQUIREMENTS An approved facilitator and assessor of this CSCPM should possess the following: At least 5 years relevant working experience; and Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) qualification Specialist Diploma in Workplace Safety & Health 8. END OF COURSE EVALUATION AND FEEDBACK 8.1 The LSP shall conduct an evaluation at the end of each course. Learners shall be allowed to provide quantitative and qualitative feedback on the course content, duration, training delivery, training materials, training venue, training resources, quality of approved facilitators and assessors. 8.2 The LSP shall monitor the evaluation and feedback closely to ensure that the ratings are consistently 3 and above. Immediate action should be taken whenever the ratings fall below 3. These actions should be properly recorded and kept for audit inspection. 1 2 3 4 5 Poor Fair Satisfactory Very good Excellent 12 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
9. RELATED WSH LEGISLATIONS, CODE OF PRACTICE & OTHER REFERENCES (the list is not exhaustive) Workplace Safety and Health Act 2006 WSH (Construction) Regulations 2007 WSH (Registration of Factories) Regulations 2008 WSH (Risk Management) Regulations WSH (General Provisions) Regulations WSH (Incident Reporting ) Regulations WSH (First Aid) Regulations WSH (Workplace Safety and Health Committees) Regulations 2008 WSH (Workplace Safety and Health Officer) Regulations WSH (Noise) Regulations 2011 WSH (Scaffolds) Regulations 2011 WSH (Operation of Cranes) Regulations 2011 WSH (Safety and Health Management System and Auditing) Regulations 2009 WSH (Confined Spaces) Regulations 2009 WSH (Medical Examinations) Regulations 2011 WSH (Work at Heights) Regulations WSH (Asbestos) Regulations 2014 Factories (Safety Training Courses) Order Rapid Transit Systems (Railway Protection, Restricted Activities) Regulations SS 536: 2008 Code of Practice for Safe Use of Mobile Crane SS 580 : 2012 Code of Practice for Formwork SS 559 : 2010 Code of Practice for Safe Use of Tower Cranes CP 63 : 1996 (2005) Code of Practice for The Lifting of Persons in Work Platforms Suspended from Cranes CP 88-1 : 2001 Code of Practice for Temporary Electrical Installation Construction and Building Sites SS 506: 2009 Occupational Safety and Health Management System CP 79: 1999 Code of Practice for Safety Management System for Construction Worksites WSH Council website Accident Case Studies, Technical Advisory, WSH Alerts, Safety Checklist etc. (The training provider is to ensure that related WSH Legislations, Code of Practices and any other references utilized are of the latest publications) 13 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
Table of specifications for Construction Safety for Project Manager Annex A The table of specifications (TOS) shows what will be assessed and covered in the training course. It is a structured format based on the cognitive domain of Bloom s taxonomy and provides a detailed listing of the course syllabus and course content that will meet the learning objectives in the course. S/N Learning Objectives Topics Sub-Topic Knowledge & Comprehension Cognitive domain Sub Total Duration (hrs) Skill Analysis, Synthesis Application &Evaluation 1 Understand the legal obligations of duty holders, including a project manager of a worksite, under the new WSH framework Understanding Workplace Safety and Health legislations The need for reform Principles of new WSH framework Workplace Safety and Health Act (WSHA) Scope and coverage of WSHA Legal obligations of various stakeholders Enforcement strategy to ensure compliance General penalties for contravention Business Under Surveillance (BUS) programme Demerit Point Scheme (DPS) Subsidiary legislations National Workplace Safety and Health Strategy WSH 2018 10% 10% 3 14 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
S/N Learning Objectives Topics Sub-Topic Knowledge & Comprehension Cognitive domain Sub Total Duration (hrs) Skill Analysis, Synthesis Application &Evaluation Implementing WSH 2018 for construction industry Duties and roles of project manager in a worksite 2 Perform the role and duty as Chairman of WSH Committee WSH (WSH Committees) Regulations 2008 Formation of WSH Committee Role of Project Manager in WSH Committee Meetings of WSH Committee Functions of WSH Committee Regular inspection Inspection after accident occurrence Safety promotion Guidelines for safe conduct of work Penalties for noncompliance 1.5% 1.5% 3% 1 3 Plan and implement safety programme for construction activities including working at height, WSH (Construction) Regulations Permit-to-work system General provisions Ladders Cantilevered and material platforms Electrical Safety Disposal of materials Formwork structures Demolition Explosives 3.25% 3.25% 6.5% 13% 4 15 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
S/N Learning Objectives Topics Sub-Topic Knowledge & Comprehension Cognitive domain Sub Total Duration (hrs) Skill Analysis, Synthesis Application &Evaluation mechanical and electrical works, material handling, scaffolding and excavation Piling Compressed air environment Penalties for noncompliance 4 General Worksite Safety Worksite registration under WSH (Registration of Factories) Regulations 2008 Restricted activities near MRT under Rapid Transit Systems (Railway Protection, Restricted Activities) Regulations Legal requirement of Workplace Safety and Health Officer under WSH (WSHO) Regulations Personal protective equipment Vehicular safety Access to and egress from worksite Hazards of working at height Falling from height Fall Prevention Plan Falling objects Mechanical hazards Electrical hazards Lock-out procedures Explosive power tools Fire prevention 2.5% 2.5% 5% 10% 3 16 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
S/N Learning Objectives Topics Sub-Topic Knowledge & Comprehension Cognitive domain Sub Total Duration (hrs) Skill Analysis, Synthesis Application &Evaluation Confined spaces Mechanical material handling 5 Mechanical Material Handling and Scaffold Legal requirement under WSH (Construction) Regulations, WSH (Operations of Cranes) Regulations 2011, SS 536:2008, SS 559 : 2010 and CP 63:1996 Lifting plan Lifting equipment mobile crane & tower crane, lorry crane Hoists and lifts Lifting personnel Lifting Supervisor, Crane Operator, Rigger & Signalman Scaffold Legal requirement under WSH (Scaffolds) Regulations Obligations of scaffolds personnel Metal and timber scaffolds Suspended scaffolds Tower scaffolds Other equipment 2.5% 2.5% 5% 10% 3 MEWP 17 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
S/N Learning Objectives Topics Sub-Topic Knowledge & Comprehension Cognitive domain Sub Total Duration (hrs) Skill Analysis, Synthesis Application &Evaluation 6 Excavation, Tunnelling Work and Compressed Air Environment Excavation and tunnelling works Legal requirement under WSH (Construction) Regulations WSH (Confined Spaces) Regulations Duties of occupier & Professional Engineers Safety measures for excavation work Compressed Air Environment Legal requirement under WSH (Construction) Regulations Safety measures for work in a compressed air environment 1.75% 1.75% 3.5% 7% 2 7 Plan and implement an occupational health Occupational Health WSH (General Provisions) Regulations Part II General Provisions Relating to Health Identification, evaluation and control of occupational health hazards chemical, physical, biological and ergonomic 10% 10% 3 18 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
S/N Learning Objectives Topics Sub-Topic Knowledge & Comprehension Cognitive domain Sub Total Duration (hrs) Skill Analysis, Synthesis Application &Evaluation programme for construction activities Occupational health programme Control of noise hazard under Factories (Noise) Regulations Control of hazardous substances Control of corrosive chemicals & industrial dermatitis Control of cement hazard Control of solvents Control of carbon monoxide Safety in manual handling and lifting Control of vibration hazard Prevention of heat stress Control of radiation hazard Prevention of silica dusts WSH (Asbestos) Regulations 2014 WSH (Medical Examinations) Regulations 2011 8 Plan and implement risk management programme for all construction An Overview of Risk Management Legal requirement of WSH (Risk Management) Regulations and penalties Duties of employer, selfemployed person and principal 3.25% 3.25% 6.5% 13% 4 19 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
S/N Learning Objectives Topics Sub-Topic Knowledge & Comprehension Cognitive domain Sub Total Duration (hrs) Skill Analysis, Synthesis Application &Evaluation activities Risk management process Preparation work Hazard identification Risk evaluation Risk control Hierarchy of Controls, Safe Work Procedures Implementation and review risk communication Record keeping Worked examples on risk assessment 9 Establish the procedures for incident reporting and accident investigation Accident Prevention and Investigation Accident causation theories Heinrich s Domino Theory Multi-causation Theory Typical approach in accident prevention WSH (Incident Reporting) Regulations Reportable accidents, dangerous occurrence and occupational disease Penalties Incident reporting procedures in worksite 7% 7% 2 WSH (First Aid) Regulations 20 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
S/N Learning Objectives Topics Sub-Topic Knowledge & Comprehension Cognitive domain Sub Total Duration (hrs) Skill Analysis, Synthesis Application &Evaluation First-aid box First Aiders Accident investigation Objectives of investigation Investigation flowchart Investigation procedures Accident Case studies 10 Establish and implement Safety and Health Management System in worksite Safety and Health Management System Legal requirement BCA s requirement for Contractors Registry Safety Management Certification System for small and medium construction firms SS 506: 2009 Occupational Safety and Health Management System and OHSAS 18001 Effective implementation of OHSMS using PDCA cycle Cp 79: 1999 Code of Practice for Safety Management System for Construction Worksites Objectives of the elements of Safety and Health Management System Characteristics of the elements of Safety and Health Management System 2.5% 2.5% 5% 10% 3 21 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
S/N Learning Objectives Topics Sub-Topic Knowledge & Comprehension Cognitive domain Sub Total Duration (hrs) Skill Analysis, Synthesis Application &Evaluation Practical applications of the elements of Safety and Health Management System 11 Plan and participate in safety and health audit and review in worksite Safety and Health Audits Legal requirement of audit and review under WSH (Safety and Health Management System and Auditing) Regulations 2009 Objectives and benefits of audits Audit methodology Audit process Pre-audit activities On-site audit activities document review, personnel interview and physical inspection Post audit activities Construction Safety Audit Scoring System (ConSASS) bizsafe programme WSH Awards 3.5% 3.5% 7% 2 12 Assessment written & case study 4 Total Course Duration 48% 21% 31% 100% 34 22 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
Annex B Course Reference Matrix Construction Safety Course for Project Managers APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS Construction Safety Course for Project Managers Coverage of Course Contents for LSP inputs (Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus) S/N Contents Remarks Duration (Hours) Indicate slide number E.g. Slide #2. Indicate mode of assessment, where applicable Practical, Exercise, Test etc E.g. Practical, Q3 1 Understanding Workplace Safety and Health legislations Theory 3 The need for reform Principles of new WSH framework Workplace Safety and Health Act (WSHA) Scope and coverage of WSHA Legal obligations of various stakeholders Enforcement strategy to ensure compliance General penalties for contravention Business Under Surveillance (BUS) programme Demerit Point Scheme (DPS) Subsidiary legislations 23 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS Construction Safety Course for Project Managers Coverage of Course Contents for LSP inputs (Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus) S/N Contents Remarks Duration National Workplace Safety and Health Strategy WSH 2018 Implementing WSH 2018 for construction industry (Hours) Indicate slide number E.g. Slide #2. Indicate mode of assessment, where applicable Practical, Exercise, Test etc E.g. Practical, Q3 2 WSH (WSH Committees) Regulations 2008 Theory 1 Formation of WSH Committee Role of Project Manager in WSH Committee Meetings of WSH Committee Functions of WSH Committee Regular inspection Inspection after accident occurrence Safety promotion Guidelines for safe conduct of work Penalties for non-compliance 24 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS Construction Safety Course for Project Managers Coverage of Course Contents for LSP inputs (Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus) S/N Contents Remarks Duration (Hours) Indicate slide number E.g. Slide #2. Indicate mode of assessment, where applicable Practical, Exercise, Test etc E.g. Practical, Q3 3 WSH (Construction) Regulations 2007 Permit-to-work system General provisions Ladders Cantilevered and material platforms Electrical Safety Disposal of materials Formwork structures Demolition Explosives Piling Compressed air environment Penalties for non-compliance Theory 4 25 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS Construction Safety Course for Project Managers Coverage of Course Contents for LSP inputs (Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus) S/N Contents Remarks Duration (Hours) Indicate slide number E.g. Slide #2. Indicate mode of assessment, where applicable Practical, Exercise, Test etc E.g. Practical, Q3 4 General Worksite Safety Worksite registration under WSH (Registration of Factories) Regulations 2008 Restricted activities near MRT under Rapid Transit Systems (Railway Protection, Restricted Activities) Regulations Legal requirement of Workplace Safety and Health Officer under WSH (WSHO) Regulations Personal protective equipment Vehicular safety Access to and egress from worksite Hazards of working at height Falling from height Fall Prevention Plan Falling objects Mechanical hazards Electrical hazards Lock-out procedures Theory 3 26 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS Construction Safety Course for Project Managers Coverage of Course Contents for LSP inputs (Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus) S/N Contents Remarks Duration Explosive power tools Fire prevention Confined spaces (Hours) Indicate slide number E.g. Slide #2. Indicate mode of assessment, where applicable Practical, Exercise, Test etc E.g. Practical, Q3 5 Mechanical Material Handling and Scaffold Mechanical material handling Legal requirement under WSH (Construction) Regulations, WSH (Operations of Cranes) Regulations 2011, SS 536: 2008, SS559 : 2010 and CP 63: 1996 Lifting plan Lifting equipment mobile crane & tower crane, lorry crane Hoists and lifts Lifting personnel Lifting Supervisor, Crane Operator, Rigger & Signalman Theory 3 27 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS Construction Safety Course for Project Managers Coverage of Course Contents for LSP inputs (Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus) S/N Contents Remarks Duration Scaffold Legal requirement under WSH (Scaffolds) Regulations Obligations of scaffolds personnel Metal and timber scaffolds Suspended scaffolds Tower scaffolds (Hours) Indicate slide number E.g. Slide #2. Indicate mode of assessment, where applicable Practical, Exercise, Test etc E.g. Practical, Q3 Other equipment MEWP 6 Excavation, Tunnelling Work and Compressed Air Environment Excavation and tunnelling works Legal requirement under WSH (Construction) Regulations WSH (Confined spaces) Regulations Duties of occupier & Professional Theory 2 28 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS Construction Safety Course for Project Managers Coverage of Course Contents for LSP inputs (Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus) S/N Contents Remarks Duration Engineers Safety measures for excavation work Compressed Air Environment Legal requirement under WSH (Construction) Regulations Safety measures for work in a compressed air environment (Hours) Indicate slide number E.g. Slide #2. Indicate mode of assessment, where applicable Practical, Exercise, Test etc E.g. Practical, Q3 7 Occupational Health WSH (General Provisions) Regulations Part II General Provisions Relating to Health Identification, evaluation and control of occupational health hazards chemical, physical, biological and ergonomic Occupational health programme Control of noise hazard under Factories (Noise) Regulations Theory 3 29 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS Construction Safety Course for Project Managers Coverage of Course Contents for LSP inputs (Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus) S/N Contents Remarks Duration Control of hazardous substances Control of corrosive chemicals & industrial dermatitis Control of cement hazard Control of solvents Control of carbon monoxide Safety in manual handling and lifting Control of vibration hazard Prevention of heat stress Control of radiation hazard Prevention of silica dusts WSH (Asbestos) Regulations 2014 WSH (Medical Examinations) Regulations 2011 (Hours) Indicate slide number E.g. Slide #2. Indicate mode of assessment, where applicable Practical, Exercise, Test etc E.g. Practical, Q3 30 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS Construction Safety Course for Project Managers Coverage of Course Contents for LSP inputs (Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus) S/N Contents Remarks Duration (Hours) Indicate slide number E.g. Slide #2. Indicate mode of assessment, where applicable Practical, Exercise, Test etc E.g. Practical, Q3 8 An Overview of Risk Management Legal requirement of WSH (Risk Management) Regulations and penalties Duties of employer, self-employed person and principal Risk management process Preparation work Hazard identification Risk evaluation Risk control Hierarchy of Controls, Safe Work Procedures Implementation and review risk communication Record keeping Worked examples on risk assessment Theory 4 31 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS Construction Safety Course for Project Managers Coverage of Course Contents for LSP inputs (Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus) S/N Contents Remarks Duration (Hours) Indicate slide number E.g. Slide #2. Indicate mode of assessment, where applicable Practical, Exercise, Test etc E.g. Practical, Q3 9 Accident Prevention and Investigation Accident causation theories Heinrich s Domino Theory Multi-causation Theory Typical approach in accident prevention WSH (Incident Reporting) Regulations Reportable accidents, dangerous occurrence and occupational disease Penalties Incident reporting procedures in worksite WSH (First Aid) Regulations First-aid box First Aiders Theory 2 32 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS Construction Safety Course for Project Managers Coverage of Course Contents for LSP inputs (Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus) S/N Contents Remarks Duration Accident investigation Objectives of investigation Investigation flowchart Investigation procedures Accident case studies (Hours) Indicate slide number E.g. Slide #2. Indicate mode of assessment, where applicable Practical, Exercise, Test etc E.g. Practical, Q3 10 Safety and Health Management System Legal requirement BCA s requirement for Contractors Registry Safety Management Certification System for small and medium construction firms SS 506: 2009 Occupational Safety and Health Management System and OHSAS 18001 Effective implementation of OHSMS using PDCA cycle 3 33 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS Construction Safety Course for Project Managers Coverage of Course Contents for LSP inputs (Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus) S/N Contents Remarks Duration Cp 79: 1999 Code of Practice for Safety Management System for Construction Worksites Objectives of the elements of Safety and Health Management System Characteristics of the elements of Safety and Health Management System Practical applications of the elements of Safety and Health Management System (Hours) Indicate slide number E.g. Slide #2. Indicate mode of assessment, where applicable Practical, Exercise, Test etc E.g. Practical, Q3 11 Safety and Health Audits Legal requirement of audit and review under WSH (Safety and Health Management System and Auditing) Regulations 2009 Objectives and benefits of audits Audit methodology Audit process 2 34 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS Construction Safety Course for Project Managers Coverage of Course Contents for LSP inputs (Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus) S/N Contents Remarks Duration Pre-audit activities On-site audit activities document review, personnel interview and physical inspection Post audit activities Construction Safety Audit Scoring System (ConSASS) bizsafe programme WSH Awards (Hours) Indicate slide number E.g. Slide #2. Indicate mode of assessment, where applicable Practical, Exercise, Test etc E.g. Practical, Q3 12 Assessment Theory and case studies 4 Total 34 35 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
Declaration by LSP I hereby declare that all the training materials and related particulars / information given are true and correct. Name of LSP Name of Applicant Designation of Applicant Applicant s Signature Date Head/Principal s Signature Date 36 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
Annex C Course Title ASSESSMENT PLAN 37 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
Annex C Version Control Record Version Effective Date Changes Prepared by (Name and Designation) Name of LSP 1.0 14 Oct 2014 N.A. due to first issue Mike Lee, Training Executive ABC Consultancy Date of next review: 14 Oct 2016 Table of Contents Page 1.Overview 2.Summary of assessment tools and duration 3.Instruction for conduct of assessment 4.Assessment instruments 5.Assessment record 38 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
Overview This document outlines the conduct of assessment for the Construction Safety Course for Project Managers (CSCPM) Requirements for Assessor Assessments can only be carried out by approved assessors for this unit. The approved assessors must have the following qualifications: At least 5 years relevant working experience; and Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) qualification or equivalence Specialist Diploma in Workplace Safety & Health Conduct of assessment Assessment must be conducted strictly in accordance with the assessment plan. In particular, each candidate must complete all the assessment requirements in the time allocated. A judgment on the competency of the candidate must only be made based on the evidence gathered. The evidence for each of the assessment instrument is given in the suggested response. Recording and reporting of assessment outcome All assessment outcomes must be accurately recorded in the assessment summary record form. Assessment outcome will be communicated to the candidate at the end of the assessment. The record of the assessment result for each candidate must be kept for 2 years for inspection by MOM/SAC/CB. 39 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
Summary of assessment instrument and duration Learning Outcome 1. Understand the legal obligations of duty holders, including a project manager of a worksite, under the new WSH framework 2. Perform the role and duty as Chairman of WSH Committee 3. Plan and implement safety programme for construction activities including working at height, mechanical and electrical works, material handling, scaffolding and excavation 4. Plan and implement an occupational health programme for a construction site 5. Plan and implement risk management programme for all construction activities 6. Establish and procedures for incident reporting and accident investigation 7. Establish and implement Safety and Health Management System in worksite 8. Plan and participate safety and health audit and review in worksite Assessment method WT = Written Test; CS = Case Study S/No Assessment Instrument Duration AA1. Written Test Paper >120 mins AA2. Case Study <120 mins Total 240 mins 40 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
Instruction for conduct of assessment (Written Test) These instructions concern the use of written test to assess the candidate s competence. Specification item Learning outcome Details on specification Duration Venue Set Up 1. Classroom setup for 20 Learners 2. Table & chair for individual seating 3. Projector & monitor 4. Whiteboard & markers of different colours 5. Whiteboard duster 6. Blue or black pens 7. A4 paper 8. Test papers 9. Answer sheet Conduct of the Written Test 1. Brief Learners to check if they have been given the right test paper 2. Inform Learners on the time given for the test. 3. Remind them it is close book test. Candidates cannot refer to any workbook or discuss among them. 4. Candidates are allowed to ask the Assessor to explain the question. 5. Candidates must achieve 60% of paper to be considered competent. Recording the Assessment Result 1. Record findings and conclusions in the Assessment Record for Written Test under Comments column of the Assessment Record. 2. Record final marks attained. Feedback 1. Inform and advise candidate on weaknesses and how to overcome such weaknesses. 2. Inform candidate on the final results of the assessment. 41 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
Instruction for conduct of assessment (Case Study) These guidelines concern assessing the candidates through practical performance to verify that the candidates are competent. Specification item Details on specification Learning outcome Duration Venue Set Up Conducting Case Study Recording the assessment results 1. Record findings and conclusions in the Assessment Record under Comments column. 2. Record any questions asked and the responses given. 3. Record final marks attained. Feedback 1. Inform and advise candidate on weaknesses and how to overcome such weaknesses. 2. Inform candidate on the final results of the assessment. 42 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS - LSP to insert relevant assessment/test papers and the solutions 43 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
Assessment Record Construction Safety Course for Project Managers (CSCPM) Approved Assessment Centre: Candidate Name: (As in NRIC/Passport) NRIC/Passport: Course Dates: Learning Outcome Understand the legal obligations of duty holders, including a project manager of a worksite, under the new WSH framework Perform the role and duty as Chairman of WSH Committee Plan and implement safety programme for construction activities including working at height, mechanical and electrical works, material handling, scaffolding and excavation Plan and implement an occupational health programme for a construction site Plan and implement risk management programme for all construction activities Establish and procedures for incident reporting and accident investigation Establish and implement Safety and Health Management System in worksite Plan and participate safety and health audit and review in worksite Marks Assessment Instrument WT CS Comments WT = Written Test; CS = Case Study 44 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
SAFETY CERTIFICATE / SAFETY PASS LSPs are required to issue the End Of Course Certificate / Safety Pass/Card to learners for successfully completing the course. LSPs are to download the template from the iwsh Technical Notes Website. All certificates/ safety pass/card are to adhere to the prescribed template 45 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager
Overall Assessment The trainee has been assessed as (tick appropriate box): Pass Fail Assessor s Signature Name: Date: Feedback on outcome by Assessor/ Feedback by candidate: 46 MOM Technical Notes Part II Construction Safety Course for Project Manager