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Basic Awareness in Health & Safety in the Workplace (in-house)

Course Overview

Ascend Learning Solutions

To introduce, or refresh, knowledge on health & safety awareness.

Who should complete the course?

Any current staff requiring a refresher course, or new staff who have not yet been introduced to health & safety in the workplace.

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Our trainers bring years of practical experience, which means every session is relevant, hands on and aligned with current UK guidance.
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All course content follows the most up to date legal requirements and best practice standards, giving you complete peace of mind.
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Course Details

Aims

This course is for any workplace to refresh current, or introduce new, staff on the basic principles of health & safety.

Outcomes

  • Know relevant legislation
  • Discuss responsibilities of the employer
  • Discuss responsibilities of the employee
  • Explain the causes of accidents and ill health
  • Know reporting and recording procedures
  • List the 5 areas of risk assessment
  • Discuss the principles of manual handling

Course Content

  • Introduction to health & safety and the Law
  • Hazards, risks and risk assessments
  • Manual handling
  • Electricity at work
  • Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

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