Companies that use external service providers face specific risks related to coordination, regulatory compliance, and the safety of personnel from outside companies. Poor contractor management can lead to accidents, worksite interruptions, and significant legal liabilities.
This training provides the management and control tools needed to select, assess, and monitor service providers, ensure compliance with safety requirements, and establish a shared prevention culture among all parties involved.
Training objectives
Identify the safety requirements to be included in contractor specifications
Assess service providers’ HSE skills and performance according to defined criteria
Implement a process for monitoring and auditing contractors’ activities on site
Define communication and incident management procedures involving external service providers
Who this training is for
HSE and safety managers
Industrial site managers
Procurement and supply managers
Project managers and external works coordinators
Training programme
Duration: 1 day
Introduction
Key concepts: safety requirements and contractor specifications
Specific hazards and risks associated with external service providers
Operational management: selection, evaluation, monitoring, and auditing (before, during, and after)
Roles and responsibilities of stakeholders
Case study: considering the operational deployment of contractor management
Performance indicators and results monitoring
Teaching methods
Interactive presentations
Practical case studies
Benchmarking
Discussions and experience sharing
Quizzes and assessments
Benefits
What this training provides your organisation
Reducing the risk of accidents related to external service providers’ work
Improving compliance with contractual requirements and safety regulations
Reducing costs associated with incidents, production stoppages, and project delays
Strengthening the company’s legal oversight and liability toward third parties
Optimising operational performance through structured contractor monitoring and auditing
