Employee Safety Awareness (Office)
Aims
Every employee has a responsibility for Health & Safety and this course provides participants with the knowledge to reduce risk to themselves and others within the office environment.On completion of the course, participants will be aware of their legal obligations, have an increased awareness of the controls necessary for safe working and be able to initiate and comply with emergency procedures.
Structure
This course can be delivered at Rosyth campus or on site at a company's premises. This course takes one day to complete depending on the student's existing ability and understanding. It is delivered in a lecture room environment and is theory based.Content
The course content can be tailored to accommodate company's specific needs. However, areas covered include should include:- Legal and Organisational Requirements
- Hazards and Controls
- Display Screen Equipment
- Housekeeping
- Machinery
- Manual Handling
- Electricity
- Fire and Waste Disposal
- Emergency Procedures.
Career Opportunities
This course is beneficial for individuals who need an awareness of the Health and Safety risks encountered in a general office environment.Progression
Candidates can undertake specific training in areas such as Display Screen Equipment or continue on a more general course of Risk Assessment.Entry Requirements
There is no requirement to provide evidence of other qualifications or skills.Site by SBP Creative Solutions