Working Together in Health, Safety and the Environment

Safety for Managers (Parts 1 & 2)

Training of those with responsibilities, is an essential part in fulfilling the obligations of any organisation. This course can either be the start of a fresh outlook in your company’s approach to health and safety, part of you overall management training plan or as a periodic refresher.

Who should attend

Managers, supervisors and team leaders from industry, commerce or service sectors, or any other person who has responsibilities for staff or business functions. Attend both days or either of days 1 and 2. Or why not send a manager on day 1 and a supervisor on day 2.

Course outline

This 2 day course covers the expectations and requirements for those with line management responsibilities. Participation is encouraged and time will be allocated for group discussion and syndicate work:

Part 1
  • Employers duty of care
  • Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
    • Duties
    • Penalties
    • Safety policy
    • Consultation
  • Regulations and European Directives
  • Managing Safety
    • The management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations
    • "Successful Health and Safety Management" (HSG65)
    • OHSAS 18001
  • Risk assessment Overview
  • The creation of safe systems of work

    Part 2
  • Practical Risk Assessments
    • Hazards
    • Controls
    • Risks
    • Further action
    • Recording
  • Workplace Standards
    • Managing Work Equipment
    • Substances
    • Manual Handling
    • Display Screens
    • Protective Equipment
  • Inspections and Audits
  • Accidents
    • Reporting
    • Causation
    • Investigation

Duration

Two days

Available as in-company course