This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Eusafe Project European Qualification for Occupational Safety and Health Professionals Southern Europe Meeting November 19 th, 2012 – Rome, INAIL - Piazzale Pastore 6 Giancarlo Bianchi (Eusafe Project Coordinator) Eusafe Project Impacts

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Low High Level of safety Evolution of Prevention and Protection Policies Free Choice Cost- Benefit (C-B) As Far As Reasonable (AFAR) As Far as Reasonably Practicable (AFARP) Management Systems Safety Culture & Leadership Safety Behaviour Risk Prevention Management Approach Best Available Techniques (BAT) Best Practicable Technology (BPT) Technical Approach Legal Approach Social Responsibility (CSR) Social Responsibility (CSR) Continuous Life Learning (89/391/EEC) now

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Low High Level of safety Evolution of OHS Professionals c) Experts specialized in specific activities in specific activities a)Managers of Management Systems a.1. Safety, Health, Environment a.1. Safety, Health, Environment a.2. Safety Culture & Leadership ( IAEA) a.2. Safety Culture & Leadership ( IAEA) a.3. Safety Behaviour (BBS) a.3. Safety Behaviour (BBS) Safety Technicians compulsory by law Safety Technicians on voluntary basis b) Technicians specialized b.1 Activity Areas b.1 Activity Areas b.2 Productive Sectors b.2 Productive Sectors 3 OHS Professionals now (89/391/EEC)

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. LevelsTools 1. Research & Development Experimental research & applied models (Universities & research centers) 2. TheoryHazard identification & Risk Assessment 3. Methodology Management Systems for Safety, Health & Environmental Protection Management System for Culture & Leadership Management System for Behaviour Based Safety 4. PracticesGuidelines; Best & Good Practices Technical –Scientific Approach to Risk Prevention Injuries & Illnesses 30% 70%

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Project inputs, processes and outputs 1. Work packages 2. Working together 3. Task sharing, meetings and collaboration 4. Products and their uses 1. Vested interests 2. Change resistance 3. convincing the market it needs change

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Deliverable output 1. Work package 3 1. What is the current status of training and competence in the countries and region? 1. Output 1. A report on national competencies and regulatory standards for safety practitioners 2. A report on university level programmes and what they include, their duration and level (based on the EQF)

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. 7 Deliverable output 1. Work package 5 What should the ideal qualification and curriculum include to achieve the necessary competence of the Technician and the Manager OSH Professionals? 1. Output A model curriculum for the different levels of training EQF Levels 4&5 for Technicians EQF Levels 6&7 for Managers An indication of hours required to achieve this Where necessary the type of assessment to be used Application of transferable credits to the qualification structures Training framework, Teaching plans and example teaching materials standardized at EU level

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. EUSAFE: the results … a new profile for OSH professionals based on EQF and ECVET systems to facilitate the OSH Professionals transferability … country reports on OSH training … educational objectives, learning objectives and learning outcomes, teaching plans and teaching materials link to a specific body of knowledge standardized at EU level based on competence, skill and knowledge … flexible instruments to validate, transfer and recognize learning results… a network of training centres, professionals, institutions based on existing ENSHPO and ENETOSH networks 8

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. 9 The EU Education & Vocational Life Long Learning System Credit systems ECTS EQF NQF Qualifications Framework ECVET EQF – European Qualification Framework NQF – National Qualification Framework ECVET – European Credit system for Vocational Education and Training ECTS – European Credit Accumulation and Transfer System

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. EUSAFE: instruments outcomes 10

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. 11

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. - Knowledge: in the context of EQF, knowledge is described as theoretical and/or factual. - Skills: in the context of EQF, skills are described as cognitive (involving the use of logical, intuitive and creative thinking) and practical (involving manual dexterity and the use of methods, materials, tools and instruments). - Competences: in the context of EQF, competence is described in terms of responsibility and autonomy. The EQF defines learning outcomes in terms of… 12

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. 13 Professional recognition across Member States and mobility opportunities. It will also create flexible instruments to validate, transfer and recognize learning results, ready to be transferred also in the other EU countries where the consortium members are not active. A network of validated training centers Added value

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. 14 What next and lessons learned Concluding the project Applying the lesson and standards Changing the status quo Regional roll out Global Application Similar situations aligning homeland standards abroad eg ASSE, BCSP, IOSH professional codes of practice state regulated licences to operate in an international context

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. It is a privilege for the ILO to be associated to the final conference of the EUSAFE Project. The world of work needs a critical mass of qualified professionals and technicians to tackle the wide range of risks at work. Developing competencies of OSH practitioners appears as a key investment in prevention. The project outcomes provide tangible advancements for making Decent Work a reality.

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. The International Social Security Association is pleased to be a patron of the Eusafe Project Final Conference event, to be held in Milan on 28 September 2012 and organized by AIAS. The ISSA follows with interest the development of a new professional qualification and a harmonized training framework for OSH professionals (Occupational Safety and Health Managers and Technicians). The ISSA considers prevention to be at the heart of social security, and endeavors to promote a comprehensive culture of prevention.

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Impact of EUSAFE: the Network members, 5 candidates, 4 others 23 (official) languages