Health & Safety Awareness for Supervisors and Managers

Introduction

Supervisors and Managers have significant responsibilities under present health and safety legislation. The introduction of EC directives further reinforces this responsibility. Individuals are open to criminal prosecution if they neglect their responsibility for the safety of others. All levels of management need to be fully aware of how this affects them.

Aims

This two day workshop which incorporates the IOSH Working Safely Certificate provides delegates with a clear insight into the key aspects of health and safety in the workplace and a full appreciation of current health and safety legislation. Thus presenting them with the means to promote a safer working environment.

Objectives

By the end of the course delegates will be able to:

• Demonstrate a basic knowledge and understanding of health & safety law and their responsibilities under relevant statutory provision.
• Identify the common causes of injury and ill health associated with their workplace and work activities.
• Undertake preventative measures to eliminate or minimize the effects of hazards and risks associated with their occupations
• Understand the importance and application of the safety organization within their company.

The Course Covers

• General Safety & Health
  • Principles of accident prevention
  • Health & Safety law
  • Communication Skills
• Specific Health & Safety Topics
  • Dangerous Machinery
  • Manual Handling Operations
  • Electricity
  • Hazardous Chemicals 
  • Noise
  • Fire
  • Display Screen Equipment 

Examination

There will be a written multiple choice paper and a workplace safety assessment. 

Course Duration

Two days

Certification

Successful delegates will receive the IOSH Working Safely Certificate.

We can run this course onsite, or we have dates for similar OPEN COURSES.

London: 020 8819 9561
Manchester: 0161 660 7660
Glasgow: 0141 530 7710
or call free on 0800 31 88 35

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