Appropriate for all employees.

Multiple choice exam which is Ofqual accredited.

Designed to ensure that all employees are aware of their own safety and the safety of customers, contractors and the public.  This qualification can be tailored to business and individual needs to make the learning experience relevant and fit for purpose.

Employers are responsible for providing safe and healthy workplace conditions, as well as the right systems and methods for safe activities.  Nevertheless employees also have a vital part to play in the equation.  They need the right knowledge and the right attitude which demands proper training in the basics of health and safety, as well as specific training for individual tasks.

By the end of the programme the student will be able to:

• Explain current health & safety Legislation

• Recognise the need for health, safety & welfare within the workplace

• Know the workplace & workplace equipment

• Understand the need for risk assessment

• Understand manual handling

• Recognise a hazardous substance

• Understand ergonomics and workstation design

• Describe safe systems of work in relation to transport and vehicles

• Understand noise and vibration