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Difference between an HSE training plan and HSE Training matrix
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Can anyone describe me a training plan and training matrix how we can create a plan togather with matrix
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Originally Posted by: shah12  Can anyone describe me a training plan and training matrix how we can create a plan togather with matrix
That’s a very good question. In my experience, a training plan and a training matrix work best when developed side by side.
The training plan outlines what type of training is required, who needs it, and when it should be delivered. It usually includes topics such as induction, task-specific training (like working at height, confined space, or lifting operations), refresher sessions, and emergency response drills.
The training matrix, on the other hand, is the practical tool used to track and monitor those trainings. It lists all employees down one side and all required trainings across the top. This helps to easily identify who is trained, who needs refresher training, and any competency gaps within the team.
When we created ours at NESMA & PARTNERS, we started by reviewing job roles and associated risks from the risk register. Then we linked each role to mandatory and job-specific training needs. The matrix was updated monthly and reviewed during management meetings to keep it current.
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So this is looking more like an advertising pitch for NESMA & Partners which would be against forum rules REPORTED
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So this is looking more like an advertising pitch for NESMA & Partners which would be against forum rules REPORTED
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2 users thanked Roundtuit for this useful post.
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Hi Roundtuit I am shifting ground but not entirely convinced yet that this in an attempt at commercial advertising. It could be simply a case of two from the same company joining the Forums at the same time (because they have just heard about them) and being a little overenthusiastic about reminding us who they work for. So, a very brief check says that Shah12's Forum profile says that they are a member of IOSH, full name Shah Zeb, and in UAE Community (what used to be known as Branch) and Saudi Arabia District. [Odd politics that has Saudi as subsidiary to UAE]. ....and that Ijaz Rahim isn't a member of IOSH (but, of course, doesn't need to be), but a wider look says that they are probably "HSE Specialist,Nebosh IGC,IOSH,OSHA, certified". Note I am interpreting four letters as meaning that they have done some IOSH training course. So, at this moment in time, I am inclined to give them the benefit of the doubt but with a message to Shah12 and Ijaz Rahim -
"by all means pose questions, but stop behaving like a double act and DON'T constantly repeat the name of the company you are working for as if you do I WILL conclude that you are probably in breach of Rule 8 and I will be following Roundtuit in reporting you. That is liable to result in your forum access being removed and your IP addresses being blocked."
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Training plan (how we’ll roll it out) Weeks 1–2: Set the standard
Agree one consistent way of working: follow MHOR “avoid–assess–reduce” and use MAC/V-MAC, RAPP and ART as our main assessment tools. Create a simple assessment template and a “common controls” list so everyone is working the same way. Weeks 3–6: Build competent assessors
Train nominated assessors on MAC/V-MAC, RAPP, ART and how to write clear controls/action plans. Confirm competence by completing a few real workplace assessments with mentoring and sign-off. Weeks 7–12: Train teams and supervisors
Deliver short, practical sessions to teams based on their actual tasks (use of aids, safe handling, reporting). Supervisors get a focused session on what “good looks like”, checking controls are used, and when to trigger a review. Ongoing: Keep standards consistent
Quarterly check/calibration so assessors remain consistent, plus annual refreshers (or sooner after changes/incidents). If needed for design/engineering work, NIOSH/ISO methods can be used as supporting evidence, but our day-to-day approach stays HSE-aligned.
Training matrix (who needs what)
We’ll keep the matrix role-based and use simple levels: L1 Awareness (All staff): manual handling basics + reporting L2 Supervisor (Team leaders/supervisors): implementing controls, monitoring, when to reassess L3 Assessor (Assessors): MAC/V-MAC, RAPP, ART + writing actions/controls L4 Lead/QA (Working group lead/specialists): QA/auditing, coaching, trend review; optional ISO/NIOSH for specialist cases
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