Description

Course Name: Certificate in Safety Auditing & Assessment

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/FS/CSAA/V1

Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent.

Duration: Three Months.

Objective: The Certificate in Safety Auditing & Assessment course is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge required to systematically assess occupational health and safety systems across various industries. The course covers audit planning, checklist development, data collection techniques, interviews and inspections, root cause analysis, and reporting findings with corrective and preventive actions. Participants will learn to audit against relevant standards such as ISO 45001, OSHA, local regulatory requirements, and internal company policies.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Safety Auditing and Regulatory Framework: Definition, purpose, and types of safety audits, Difference between internal, external, compliance, and system audits, Legal and regulatory requirements (OSHA, ISO 45001, Factories Act), Objectives and benefits of conducting safety audits, Role and responsibilities of a Certified Safety Auditor, Principles of auditing: independence, objectivity, and confidentiality.

Module 2: Planning and Preparation of Safety Audits: Understanding audit scope, criteria, and objectives, Preparing audit schedules and resource allocation, Reviewing past incidents, reports, and safety performance data, Developing audit checklists and tools based on standards, Communicating audit plans with stakeholders, Risk-based approach to audit prioritization.

Module 3: Conducting the Safety Audit – Techniques and Tools: Opening meetings and team coordination, Observation of site conditions, equipment, and worker behavior, Conducting interviews and verifying document records, Evaluating compliance with safety procedures and legal standards, Identifying unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and non-conformities, Recording findings with evidence-based data collection.

Module 4: Reporting and Documentation of Audit Findings: Preparing clear and structured audit reports, Classifying findings: observations, non-conformities, and best practices, Root cause identification and risk ranking of issues, Writing corrective and preventive action (CAPA) recommendations, Communicating findings to management and relevant departments, Document control and audit recordkeeping procedures.

Module 5: Follow-Up, Verification, and Continuous Improvement: Tracking corrective actions and timelines, Conducting verification audits to confirm closure, Assessing effectiveness of implemented safety measures, Using audit data for safety trend analysis and KPIs, Integrating audit results into safety management systems, Promoting a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Module 6: Auditor Competency, Ethics, and Best Practices: Required skills and qualifications of a Safety Auditor, Interpersonal and communication skills for auditors, Ethical considerations and conflict of interest management, Managing challenges during audits with professionalism, Staying updated with evolving safety standards and practices, Case studies on successful audit interventions and lessons learned.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of Certification:

1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that strengthens your professional profile across borders and demonstrates your skills to employers and institutions.

2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Programs follow an ISO-certified quality management system to promote consistency, reliability, and a standardized learning experience.

3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhance your résumé, demonstrate professional competence, and improve your prospects for career growth, promotions, or suitable job opportunities.

4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certification from a non-profit organization reflects a mission-driven approach focused on skill development, professional learning, and public benefit.

5. Access to Learning Resources – Gain access to useful learning resources such as e-books, mock tests, assessments, and online academic support.

6. Transparency & Online Verification – Each certification includes a unique enrolment or certificate ID, enabling convenient online verification by employers and other interested parties.

7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications may offer lifetime or extended validity, reducing the need for frequent renewal, subject to the applicable certification scheme.