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Health and Safety Awareness (Foundation Certificate)
Duration: 1 Day
Who should attend?
This foundation course is aimed at all people whose work exposes them to risk. It has been designed to give a basic overview of a variety of health and safety topics and can be used as a refresher or as part of a new employee's induction.
Overview
On successful completion of the course delegates should be able to:
- Identify the hazards and evaluate the risks in their workplace
- Use appropriate workplace precautions for specific risks or seek advice on workplace precautions
- Assist managers in preparing written risk assessments
- Follow their organisation's health and safety policy
- Co-operate and communicate on safety matters
- Carry out work activities without risk to themselves or others
- Report relevant accidents and incidents
- Monitor their own activities and assist managers in active monitoring
Key Themes
Causes of Accidents
Occupational Factors
General H&S Legislation
General Policy and Management Systems
Accident Reporting
Basic Risk Assessment
First Aid
Personal Protective Equipment
Workplace Safety
Work Equipment
Electricity
Fire Prevention
Occupational Health
Hazardous Substances
Ergonomics and Workstations
Manual Handling
Noise
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