Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations - An Overview

Introduction

From January 1st 1993 The New EC Health & Safety Regulations came into force. Affectionately known as the 'Six-Pack', the areas covered place further legal requirements on the employer. The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1992 is one of those six Regulations.

Aim

To give an appreciation of the Regulations and enable the management of the regulations in their workplace. The course will enable the delegates to fulfill their companies obligations under the Regulations.

Objectives

By the end of the course delegates will:

• Be able to recognize the Regulations and their content and appreciate their impact on the workplace and employees
• Know the interrelationship between the Regulations and the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 and other relevant Regulations
• Be aware of simple techniques to oversee the workings of the Regulations
• Be able to appreciate the need for assessments, systems and record keeping.
• Appreciate the need for information and training.
• Appreciate the need to keep up to date with changing methods and standards
• Have a picture of how enforcing authorities expect the Regulations to be carried out
• Have a knowledge of the resources required to fulfill the Regulations requirements

Course Duration

One day

Certification

A certificate of attendance will be issued to all delegates that complete the course.

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