Employers are responsible for providing safe and healthy workplace conditions and the right systems and methods for safe activities. But employees also have a vital part to play in the equation. They need the right knowledge and the right attitude, which demands proper training in the basics of health and safety, as well as specific training for individual tasks.

Who needs this qualification?

This qualification is designed to ensure that all employees are aware of their own safety and the safety of customers, contractors and the public. It is applicable in any private or public sector environment.

Subjects covered

• Legislation
• Health
• Safety
• Welfare
• The workplace and workplace equipment
• Safe working procedures
• Risk assessment
• Manual handling
• Hazardous substances
• Ergonomics and workstation design
• Transport and vehicles
• Noise and vibration
• Working at height
• Electricity – hazards and controls
• Fire – hazards and controls
• Occupational health
• First Aid
• Personal Protective Equipment

Outcomes

On completing this qualification candidates will be able to:

•    Understand the principles of accident prevention
•    Understand that risk assessment is an important technique for accident and ill health prevention
•    Understand the risks and control methods associated with typical workplace hazards
•    Understand how workplace equipment and task design affect health and safety

Course Information

Duration: One day programme
Assessment: Multiple-choice examination
Maximum Delegates: 20
Prerequisite: None
CIEH awarded