Health & Safety Awareness for Supervisors & Managers

Course Overview:

This one day course is intended for those employed in a Supervisor/Manager role who have a responsibility for the Health & Safety of others within the workplace.

Course Objectives:

• Outline the requirements needed by a business to implement Health & Safety management principles and practices
• Explain the supervisors role in respect of Health & Safety at work
• Explain methods of accident prevention and risk management
• Outline the legal, moral and financial aspects of managing Health & Safety at work
• Explain the roles of safety representatives and the importance of proper consultation
• Explain the importance of monitoring and supervising staff with regards Health, Safety and Welfare issues

Course Content:

• The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, as amended
• Overview of legislation
• Costs of poor /Benefits of Good Health and Safety
• Responsibilities and duty of Care
• Employee consultation
• Accident prevention and control in a work place
• Risk Assessments
• RIDDOR and accident reporting
• COSHH (Hazardous Substances)
• Manual Handling of loads
• Workplace Equipment
• Safety Signs
• Housekeeping
• Personal Protective Equipment

Duration:

One Day