Safety Technology Short Courses - Final Version

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CONTACT US

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Mr. Zahid Hussain
Administrative Assistant
Phone: 013-8683300 Ext. 813
Dammam Community College - Room No. 250, First Floor
Mr. Syed Younus
Administrative Assistant
Phone: 013-8683300 Ext. 865
Dammam Community College - Room No. 250, First Floor

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Introduction Overview of Program

There is a growing concern for Occupational Health and Safety in Topics Duration
workplaces in the global industry as well as in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Health and Safety professionals are in increasing demand in many public 1st Introduction to Hazard Communication 2 Hours
and private sectors across the Kingdom. In this light, the Dammam Day Standards
Community College (DCC) aims to provide career advancement 1 Hour
opportunities for the local professional community. This is through the Understanding the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) 1.5 Hours
provision of short courses offered to the local industry, government officials, 1.5 Hours
and other members of the public. DCC provides world-class education that 2nd Understanding HazMat Labels
develops professional skills for students at the career entry level, as well as Day Understanding Health Information 1 Hour
continual educational opportunities for the professional community. It also 2 Hours
endeavors to provide the relevant technical and leadership skills that could 3rd Understanding Toxic Chemicals 1 Hour
make a real difference in the health, safety and welfare of employees, and Day 2 Hours
ultimately the performance of the respective organization. DCC’s training
is facilitated by seasoned instructors with relevant industrial and academic Understanding Flammables and Combustibles
experience.
4th Understanding corrosives
Day Understanding Reactive Chemicals

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Program 4: Hazardous Materials Awareness Mission
Training (12 Hours)
Dammam Community College pledges to develop and facilitate professional
Introduction education, meeting the needs of its community and stakeholders.
 To prepare the community for entry-level jobs.
Every day in Saudi Arabia there are large shipments of hazardous materials  To offer short courses & certificate programs for the industry.
(HazMat) in and around our cities. These include deliveries of fuels to our  To offer workshops and seminars that help all its stakeholders.
local gas stations, deliveries of chemical to industrial facilities or even
workplaces in our neighborhoods. Eligibility
From time to time, though rarely, accidents do occur thereby exposing
HazMat handlers to injuries or fatalities.  Any person (Male) who is aged 16 years or above.
 Is familiar with the Basic English language.
Our Target  Available during all days in the evenings between 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
 Is able to pay the program fees (non-refundable) that includes tuition,
 Students majoring in Safety, Chemical Sciences and Engineering.
 Safety Students Alumni. registration and material.
 Fire, rescue, and Emergency Medical Service (EMS) personnel.  Participants will receive certificates after completing all requirements of
 People who package, load or unload, and transport hazardous
the short course.
materials/wastes.  Seats are very limited in number.
 People who sign manifests for removal of hazardous wastes.
 Researchers working with chemical/hazardous compounds. 2

Course Objectives

 To recognize and identify the clues that determine the presence of HazMat.
 To be familiar with basic strategies to safeguard health and safety when

work involves potential exposure to Hazardous Materials.
 To help participants meet the general awareness training requirements for

both domestic and international regulations (OSHA, DOT, etc).

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Program 1: Introduction to Occupational Safety Overview of Program
and Health (12 Hours)
Topics Duration
Introduction
Introduction to Fire safety 2 Hours
Occupational safety and health is one of the key areas of importance in all 2 Hours
countries of the world, especially in Saudi Arabia, where the new Vision Life Safety in Buildings 1 Hour
2030 has emphasized the promotion of safe and healthy work environment. 1 Hour
Occupational safety training for workers assumes great significance in 1st Detection and Notification Systems 1 Hour
today’s risk-filled work environment. Occupational diseases and injuries Week 1 Hour
lead to a huge loss of money from the economy's gross output, as well as Fire Extinguishment (Suppression System) 1 Hour
psychological and moral losses. Hence, a justified need to enhance Fire stopping, fire proofing and fire retardant 2 Hours
knowledge and expertise in the field of occupational safety and health is element 1 Hour
evident. This will provide organizations’ and their representatives will the Smoke Management and Ventilation 1 Hour
skill set to take adequate precautions to safeguard their workforce along with 3 Hours
properties and contribute to the realization of the Kingdom's Vision 2030. 2nd Building Construction
Week Fire safety risk assessment 8
Our Target Case Studies and presentations

 Junior and middle level staff of Safety or any field. Post fire activity in the workplace
 Students majoring in Safety or any program.
 Safety Students Alumni. Basic firefighting skills

Course Objectives

 To develop understanding of the basic principles of safety that are
applicable in the industry.

 To differentiate the various possible types of hazards in the workplace and
their effects.

 To recognize the roles of the health and safety professional in the
workplace.

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Program 3: Fire Safety Training Overview of Program
(16 Hours)
Topics Duration
Introduction
1st Safety and Health Movement, Then and 1 Hour
This course will provide an intensive review on fire safety foundation (how Day ANcocwidents and their Effects 1 Hour
fire starts, spreads, and fire control process). Theories of Accident Causation 1 Hour
The course also offers hands on experience of tackling a fire with the use of 1 Hour
a fire extinguisher on environmentally friendly, controlled live fire training 2nd Ergonomics Hazards 1 Hour
scenarios. This practical experience provides the participants with the Day Stress and Safety 1 Hour
knowledge and confidence to tackle an outbreak of fire in the work place, Violence in the Workplace 1 Hour
residential places, hotels, malls, and schools should the need arise. 1 Hour
3rd Hazard of Falling and Lifting 1 Hour
Our Target Day Hazards of Temperature Extremes 1 Hour
Fire Hazards 1 Hour
 Students majoring in any program. 1 Hour
 Safety, Health and Environment Officers, EHS Managers, Technicians, 4th Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Day Basic First Aid and Cardiopulmonary 4
Project engineers. RAecscuidsecnittatIinovnestigation and Reporting
 Anyone aspiring to increase his capabilities in the field of fire safety.

Course Objectives

 To have basic understanding of fire safety.
 To be able to conduct fire safety inspections to limit the occurrence and

spread of fire.

 To differentiate between the various types of detection, notification, and
suppression systems.

 To be familiar with the techniques of building construction as it relates to
fire safety.

 To be aware of the essential requirements for fire emergency preparedness
(evacuation procedures & fire drill).

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Program 2: Construction Safety Training Overview of Program
(12 Hours)
Topics Duration
Introduction
1st Overview of the construction industry 1 Hour
The construction industry is one of the most hazardous industries in the Excavation works, hazards and controls 1 Hour
world. More so, in the Middle East, construction accidents and fatality rates Day Confined spaces, and underground works 1 Hour
have been reported to be 18.6 per 100,000 workers, compared to 4.2 per
100,000 workers in other economies. In Saudi Arabia, the construction 2nd Working at heights and over water 1 Hour
industry was responsible for over 46.3% of the recorded occupational Access equipment, precautions and controls 1 Hour
injuries. This justifies the need to further enhance knowledge and expertise Day Case studies and round table discussions 1 Hour
in construction safety.
3rd Construction demolition, hazards and controls 1 Hour
Our Target Day Blasting and use of explosives 1 Hour
Case studies and round table discussions 1 Hour
 Students majoring in Safety, Construction, Architecture, Civil
Engineering, Quantity Survey, Interior Design and other related 4th Risk Assessment and Principles of Control 1 Hour
construction fields. Risk Assessment and Methods Statement (RAMS) 1 Hour
Day Course assignment done in groups 1 Hour
 Safety Students Alumni.
 Junior and middle level staff of construction, civil engineering and 6

property development firms.

Course Objectives

 To develop understanding of the fundamental concepts of construction
safety.

 To cover areas such as excavations, confined spaces, underground works,
and working at heights, demolition, and risk assessment.

 To learn about the common hazards in the construction industry, risk
assessment, and control methods.

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