Those with responsibility for conducting risk assessments

1 day, plus assignment and self-evaluation leading to Ofqual accreditation.

A properly implemented programme of risk assessments can assist in the prevention of injuries, fatalities, property damage incidents and other losses.  This not only helps to prevent human loss and suffering but also assists the effective management and finance of any business or organise.

Following the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, employers with five or more employees also need to record the significant findings of the risk assessment.

This qualification provides a thorough understanding of the main categories of accidents and ill health, their socio-economic costs and the benefits of good health and safety management.

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

• Conduct risk assessments to meet legal criteria in the workplace

• Explain the key issues & benefits of risk assessments

• Effectively quantify risk

• Recommend suitable controls to eliminate or control risks and use the recommended technique

• Effectively document risk assessments

• Monitor & review risk assessments & their progress