Better Workplaces in Low and Middle Income Countries

Advance your occupational health knowledge and increase safety in the workplace

Gain the ability to improve workplace health and safety health and safety with the University of Bergen’s cutting-edge online course. Dive into an enriching experience where you’ll learn to master risk assessments, devise innovative prevention strategies, and navigate the complexities of modern work environments.

Become a pivotal force in promoting health and well-being across global workspaces in just six weeks.

Recognise and evaluate workplace health risks

On this course, you’ll learn to identify and evaluate health risks across various work environments worldwide. You’ll deepen your understanding of the wide range of potential hazards faced by workers today, including physical, chemical, and psychosocial risks.

By recognising these dangers, you’ll play a vital role in preventing occupational diseases and injuries, ultimately improving the well-being of employees in diverse sectors.

Learn risk assessment techniques in the workplace

Next, you’ll develop your expertise in risk assessment methods to effectively evaluate and manage workplace hazards. You’ll learn the key steps in conducting risk assessments, enabling you to identify potential health risks, assess their impact, and implement control measures to reduce exposure.

Adapt to evolving workplace environments

As the nature of work shifts due to digitalisation, climate change, and other global factors, staying ahead of these trends is essential.

This course will teach you how to address new workplace challenges, increased automation, and the growing number of women in the workforce, while also managing traditional risks like noise, dust, stress, and hazardous chemicals.

This occupational health course is designed for company leaders and health and safety personnel looking to enhance their expertise in recognising workplace risks and preventing related illnesses and injuries, especially in low- and middle-income countries.

This occupational health course is designed for company leaders and health and safety personnel looking to enhance their expertise in recognising workplace risks and preventing related illnesses and injuries, especially in low- and middle-income countries.

• describe basic concepts in occupational health
• identify the most important risk factors for illness and injuries at workplaces globally
• perform a risk assessment at the workplace
• reflect on occupational health in a global perspective, with focus on climate changes and low-income settings