Half Day Introduction to Health and Safety in the Workplace

Employers have a legal obligation to ensure a safe and healthy workplace for both their employees and also other persons who may be affected by their business activity. More importantly, a lack of health and safety understanding can lead to an increase in injuries and illness that can affect both employees and members of the general public.

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This introductory course is aimed at all employees who have responsibility for health and safety within the workplace and is an ideal introduction for those interested in taking further responsibility for health and safety within their workplace .

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Course content

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• The course will cover the following content:

• Health and Safety Legislation

• Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace

• Understanding Risk Assessment

• DSE

• Ergonomics

• First Aid and Fire Safety in the Workplace

 

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Assessment

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Delegates will undertake a multiple-choice examination at the end of the course, with those correctly passing the course provided with a Workplace Wellbeing certificate. All delegates attending will be provided with an attendance certificate outlining the competencies taught.

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Venue

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This course is designed to be delivered at the client workplace (max of 12 delegates per course). Courses typically last 3 to 4 hours, depending on the number of delegates.

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Cost

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Cost will be dependent on the venue location and the number of delegates booked onto the course. Please contact the training department to discuss your requirements or for further information.