Health and Safety Awareness (2 hrs to 1 Day)
The duty to train all staff in basic health and safety is explicit in current legislation. More importantly, training of line management promotes a proactive approach to working practices, with a risk aware workforce providing greater opportunities for the early identification of risk and control measures.
Designed for
The course is suitable for staff at all levels; many employers have used a modified programme incorporating their own organisation’s systems and procedures.
Objectives
On completion of the course delegates will:
- Know the responsibilities placed upon all levels of staff
- Recognise the value of a sound Health and Safety Policy
- Understand the principles of accident prevention techniques
- Appreciate the value of personal contribution to controlling risks
Content
Introduction
Understanding safety, risk, hazards and accidents reflect:
- What the law requires
- Duty of employers
- Duty of employees, supervisors and managers
- Outline of other regulations/codes and guidance notes
The Purpose of Health and Safety Policy
General statement Organisation Arrangements
Accident Investigation
How to conduct an investigation - causation versus blame placing Learning from the experience Accident reporting
Accident Prevention
Cost versus risk evaluation Treating the causes of accidents not the symptom
The Benefits of a Health and Safety Management System (SMS)
The merits of SMS are expounded - reinforcing the idea of a safety culture adopted by all staff
Summary and Close
Note: This course can be tailored to meet your exact needs. For further information or to obtain a quotation contact Line Business Services Ltd on 0117 986 2194