The duty to train all staff in basic health and safety awareness 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 health and safety awareness 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 health and safety awareness training 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:
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 Awareness 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:
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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