The HSE estimates that there are approximately 600,000 non-fatal workplace accidents in Britain each year. Equipping workers with an awareness of how to work safely can minimise the risk of harm to your workforce. The costs associated with workplace injuries can be catastrophic.
This course is an ideal introduction to health and safety in the workplace. Ideal as part of an induction process or awareness training for those working in low risk jobs, the course covers the 8 key modules of an RQF level 1 health and safety qualification.
The course covers the key content and knowledge required to go on to achieve a recognised level 1 health and safety qualification. To achieve a regulated qualification the learner must sit an assessment with a recognised training provider.
The course covers the following areas:
- Accidents including slips, trips and falls
- Legal responsibilities
- Hazardous substances (COSHH)
- Workplace health, safety and welfare
- Work equipment
- Fire
- First aid
- Manual handling