Health & Safety For Managers & Supervisors

The Course

This training programme equips managers and supervisors with the necessary tools to fulfill their obligations and duties as defined by Safety, Health and Welfare at Work legislation.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the training programme participants shall be able to:

LO1: Describe the roles and responsibilities of a manager as they relate to the Safety, Health & Welfare at work function

LO2: Identify hazards and carry out risk assessments

LO3: Carry out accident investigations

LO4: Communicate and cultivate a safety ethos throughout the organisation

LO5: Understand the basic concepts of the audit process

LO6: Understand their responsibilities as defined by current legislation in relation to their employees

LO7: Define the requirements of a good safety statement

LO8: Describe the basic principles of "Safe Systems Of Work"

Target Trainee Profile

Personnel in a managerial or supervisory role with responsibility for cultivating a "Health & Safety Culture" within their organisation

Prerequisites

None

Assessment & Certification

Delegates are assessed on their ability to meet the requirements set down in the learning outcomes

Delegates are issued with a certificate of achievement

Special Requirements

Please advise in advance of any special learning needs or other requirements.

Duration

One day (Can be extended to a three-day workshop)