This course is designed to raise awareness of key health and safety responsibilities and practices within the workplace. Suitable for all employees, especially in educational, retail, office, and care environments, this course complies with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other UK regulations. It is ideal for induction, refresher training, or those taking on extra safety responsibilities.
- Introduction to Health and Safety Legislation
Understand legal duties of employers and employees under the Health and Safety at Work Act. Learn about the role of the HSE and importance of policies and procedures.
- Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
Learn how to spot common workplace hazards, evaluate risk, and take appropriate measures to prevent harm using a standard risk assessment format.
- Workplace Safety Procedures
Examine how to manage slips, trips, falls, electrical safety, fire prevention, and manual handling. Includes industry-relevant case studies.
- Fire Safety Awareness
Understand fire triangle theory, evacuation plans, and safe use of extinguishers. Learn how to respond to alarms and reduce fire risks.
- COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
Introduction to safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals and cleaning materials. Understand labelling (CLP) and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
- Manual Handling & Display Screen Equipment (DSE)
Safe lifting techniques, posture care, and how to use chairs, screens, and keyboards to reduce strain and injury.
- Accident Reporting and Investigation
Learn the importance of near-miss reporting, RIDDOR compliance, and how to investigate incidents using the root cause approach.
- Promoting a Culture of Safety
Explore strategies for building a health and safety mindset within teams and organisations, with a focus on communication and accountability.
Certification: Valid for 3 years – CPD Accredited (Optional written test included)