8 Ways Competency Management Software Boosts Safety and Efficiency

Every health and safety-conscious employer knows how time-consuming and labour-intensive assessing worker competency can be. Endless form-filling takes assessors and workers away from what's important: getting the job done.
Switching to online assessment tools cuts down on all that paperwork. Even better, it enhances workplace safety and efficiency. Whether completing a verification of competency or developing a skills matrix, online assessment tools are faster and more accurate.
Here's how going digital can make a big difference in managing your workforce competency:

1. Automated Record Keeping

Digital assessments automatically update your training records in real time without the hassle of manual tracking and updating. You can be confident that certifications are current.

2. Mobile Assessments and Notifications

With online assessment tools, you can complete verifications of competency right on the job using a mobile device. Supervisors and assessors get automated alerts when an assessment is due or corrective action is needed.

3. Eliminate Manual Data Entry

Inputting errors can compromise workplace safety. Digital tools are more accurate as there's no need for manual data entry. Capturing and storing data automatically reduces the likelihood of inputting mistakes creeping into the process.

4. Centralised Information

Online platforms store all safety-related information in one easily accessible central location. From assessment forms to certifications, employees and supervisors have a single source of truth. Furthermore, updated assessment forms are instantly available, so everyone is assessed against the very latest safety standards.

5. Enhanced Data Security and Confidentiality

When it comes to the security of sensitive company and personal data, digital assessment tools are far superior to manual, paper ones. Employers can set access controls so only authorised workers can view or alter safety assessments. Sensitive company information stays confidential.

6. Support for Remote Work

According to the latest statistics, more than two out of five NZ employers offer employees the option to work remotely. Thanks to digital assessment tools, all employees can take part in safety training and assessments, whether onsite or offsite. For employers, this ensures consistent safety standards across all staff and locations.

7. Continuous Improvement through Easy Reporting

One key feature of competency management software is the ability to analyse data and identify trends more efficiently. For example, you can create customised reports highlighting specific safety concerns and future training needs or track individual assessments and training histories. Advanced reporting helps you better understand your workforce's needs.

8. Ensuring Compliance with Health and Safety Regulations

Digital tools help ensure compliance with health and safety regulations by providing up-to-date training records and automated reminders for assessments. As a result, the risk of non-compliance is reduced, and a safer working environment is maintained. Furthermore, with all data in one location, it's much simpler to demonstrate compliance and prepare accurate, comprehensive reports for regulatory bodies.

CheckSafe: The Best Online Assessment Tool

Ready to take the next step? Sign up for a free demo of CheckSafe. Do away with tedious paper systems with our comprehensive, user-friendly tool for managing workplace training and competence. With CheckSafe, you'll have a safer and more efficient workplace.