Workplace safety doesn’t happen in boardrooms—it happens on the ground and the people responsible for making it happen every single day? Frontline supervisors and shift manager.
In Dubai, this responsibility is formalized under Dubai Municipality Guideline 68, which requires every worksite and shift to have a certified OHS Person in Charge.
Why This Role Matters ?
Supervisors are the first line of defense in preventing accidents.While safety officers design policies, it’s the Person in Charge who ensures:
- Workers follow safety procedures
- Hazards are identified and controlled in real time
- Emergencies are handled quickly and effectively
- PPE is used correctly
- Work is carried out safely every shift
🏗️ Mandatory Requirement in Dubai
Under Guideline 68:
Every shift must have a certified Person in Charge
Every location must have a certified Person in Charge
- Morning Shift → 1 certified supervisor
- Afternoon Shift → 1 certified supervisor
- Night Shift → 1 certified supervisor
✔️ Minimum: 3 certified personnel
👷 Who Should Take This Training?
This course is designed for:
- Shift Supervisors & Foremen
- Site Managers
- Production Supervisors
- Team Leaders
- Warehouse Managers
- Maintenance Supervisors
- Logistics Coordinators
📚 What You’ll Learn (Training Modules)
1️⃣ Legal Responsibilities of Supervisors
- UAE labor laws and safety regulations
- Supervisor accountability
- Legal consequences of safety violations
2️⃣ Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
- Spot hazards in real-time
- Evaluate risks quickly
- Apply control measures effectively
3️⃣ Safe Systems of Work
- Permit-to-work systems
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Confined space & hot work safety
4️⃣ Safety Communication & Leadership
- Conduct toolbox talks
- Manage multilingual teams
- Build a strong safety culture
5️⃣ PPE Management
- Select correct PPE
- Inspect and maintain equipment
- Ensure compliance
6️⃣ Incident Response & Investigation
- Handle emergencies
- Report incidents correctly
- Identify root causes
7️⃣ Emergency Preparedness
- Evacuation procedures
- Fire response
- Worker accountability
8️⃣ UAE & Dubai Municipality Regulations
- Compliance requirements
- Inspection readiness
- Avoid penalties and shutdowns
🎯 Training Options
You can choose a format that fits your schedule:
🧑🏫 3-Day Intensive Classroom Training
🌙 6-Week Evening Course (Part-Time)
💻 Live Online Training
🏢 Corporate On-Site Training
💡Real Impact
Professionals who complete this training report:
- Better hazard awareness
- Improved safety communication
- Faster emergency response
- Reduced workplace incidents
- Stronger team safety culture
Safety isn’t just a policy—it’s a responsibility.
And for supervisors, it’s a daily responsibility that impacts lives.
Becoming a certified OHS Person in Charge ensures you’re not just managing work—you’re protecting people.
📞 Ready to Get Certified?
If you’re a supervisor (or planning to become one), now is the time to step up.
🌐Read Full Guide: https://m2yacademy.com/ohs-person-in-charge-supervisor-training/
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