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Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, employers, and those who control workplaces to any extent, are required to: – Identify the hazards and assess the risks in the workplaces they control and – Prepare a written safety statement setting out the arrangements in place for securing and managing the safety, health and welfare of their employees and other people, along with the co-operation required from employees to achieve this. Click to view the HSA Safety Representatives and Safety Consultation Guidelines Course Details Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 workers may select and appoint from among their fellow employees, a Safety Representative. The Safety Representative role includes the undertaking of tasks such as workplace inspections, accident investigations, investigation of complaints and consultation on workplace health and safety matters. Training is required for Safety Representatives and employers are required to ensure that such training is comprehensive and allows Safety Representatives to fulfil their role in the workplace. This course concentrates on training the attendee to apply sound principles to Safety and Health issues as part of a total strategy to reduce hazards and risks in the workplace. Who should attend? Appointed Safety Representatives who have responsibility for fostering proactive communication between management and employees on health and safety issues
- Safety legislation
– Role of the Safety Rep
– Safety Management
– Emergency Preparedness
– Accident Investigation Techniques
– Safety Auditing
– Risk Assessment Principles
– How Incidents / Accidents Occur
– Fire Safety Management
– Manual Handling Risks
– PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
– Toolbox Talks
– Occupational Health
– Accident / Incident Investigation
Methodology The course is presented in units and includes problem based learning and practical exercises. There will be two assignments to complete and, on the last day of the course, a one and a half hour exam based on the course material presented. Assessment/Certification: FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Safety Representation. English is the language in which training is delivered and participants must have a good command of the English language. If participants wish to bring an interpreter they may do so but prior notice must be given to Nifast. Please let us know if participants have any specific learner requirements. Duration: 3 Days |
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