Training on Health, Safety and Security Management for SACCO Security Officers

Module 1: Occupational Health, Safety and Security Fundamentals

• Principles of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
• Roles and responsibilities of SACCO security officers
• Safety culture and professional ethics
• Legal and regulatory requirements
• Workplace hazard awareness

Case Study:

• Building a Safety Culture in a SACCO: Participants analyze a scenario where recurring safety incidents occur due to poor adherence to safety procedures and recommend measures to improve compliance and accountability.

Module 2: Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and Prevention

• Identifying workplace hazards
• Security threats in financial institutions
• Risk assessment techniques
• Risk control and mitigation measures
• Safe work practices and preventive strategies

Case Study:

• Risk Assessment of a SACCO Branch: Participants conduct a hazard and security risk assessment of a typical SACCO office, identifying vulnerabilities such as unsecured entrances, fire hazards, cash handling risks, and recommending practical mitigation measures.

Module 3: Hazardous Situations and Emergency Response

• Responding to armed robbery and security breaches
• Fire emergencies and evacuation procedures
• Bomb threats and suspicious packages
• Medical emergencies and basic first aid
• Natural disasters and other workplace emergencies
• Crisis communication and coordination with emergency responders

Case Study:

• Responding to an Armed Robbery and Fire Incident: Participants evaluate a real-life-inspired scenario involving an attempted robbery followed by a fire outbreak, developing an emergency response plan that prioritizes life safety, communication,
• evacuation, and coordination with emergency services.

Module 4: Physical Security Operations and Incident Management

• Access control and visitor management
• CCTV monitoring and surveillance
• Patrol procedures and asset protection
• Incident reporting and documentation
• Incident investigation and evidence preservation

Case Study:

• Unauthorized Access to the Strong Room: Participants investigate how an unauthorized individual gained access to a restricted area, identify weaknesses in access control, and recommend corrective actions to strengthen physical security.

Module 5: Business Continuity, Crisis Management and Practical Simulations

• Business continuity planning
• Crisis management and recovery
• Emergency preparedness planning
• Practical emergency response simulations
• Hazard identification exercise
• Fire safety drill
• Robbery response scenario
• Action planning for safer SACCO operations

Case Study:

• Maintaining SACCO Operations During a Crisis: Participants develop a business continuity and recovery plan for a SACCO branch affected by a major security incident, ensuring the protection of employees, members, assets, and critical operations while restoring services efficiently.