OHIRKO.PL in Partnership with RRC Training

Distance / e-Learning courses COURSES DESIGNED TO DELIVER SUCCESS Health and Safety Environmental Management

“Ohirko.PL and RRC really want you to enjoy your learning, pass your exam and, most importantly, gain the knowledge and understanding that will make you a successful practitioner.” Dr David Towlson RRC Director of Quality and Training

“We strongly believe that a safe, reliably trained and competent workforce brings value to an organization.” Adam Ohirko, Ohirko.PL Managing Directorr

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Learning with RRC

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What is Distance / e-Learning?

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Sample Distance Learning course material NEBOSH courses

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Award in Health and Safety at Work

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Award in Safety, Health and Environment for the Process Industries

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National Certificate in Environmental Management

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International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

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International Certificate in Construction Health and Safety

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International Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management

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International Technical Certificate in Oil and Gas Operational Safety

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International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

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National Diploma in Environmental Management

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IOSH courses

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Managing Safely Working Safely

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CIEH courses

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Level 2 Award in Principles of Risk Assessment Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace Level 1 Award in Food Safety Awareness in Catering Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering iema courses Introduction to Environmental Management Systems Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management Associate Certificate in Environmental Management rrc rapid e-Learning courses

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All NEBOSH, IOSH, IEMA and CIEH courses will be run under RRC’s Accreditations and Licenses

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Born from a family business set up over 20 years ago, Ohirko.PL was established in 2006. Its health and safety consultancy and training activities cover a wide range of subjects including manufacturing, construction, transport, logistics, tourism and hospitality. The company fulfils health and safety requirements of local and national projects as well as some in the Netherlands and Czech Republic. The main aim of setting up and running the company was to increase awareness of health and safety and its influence on work comfort and conditions among employees and employers. Ohirko’s team comprises young, experienced and well educated health and safety training professionals. The company’s expertise ranges from health and safety to HR consultancy and accounting services. Within

health and safety the company specialises in HAACP certification, fire fighting and paramedic courses. Recently, Ohirko has developed a range of publications and short e-learning courses. Years of experience in course delivery has provided Ohirko with a genuine understanding of the importance of adjusting the means of communication to suit the customer, including the use of visual aids and activities. Ohirko’s objective is to educate corporate clients about the benefits of increasing health and safety awareness among their

employees. Over time, the damages linked to moral, economic and legal costs of accidents and ill health among their clients have decreased; this demonstrates the fact that companies which invested time and effort into creating a healthier and safer working environment benefited tremendously. Ohirko is working hard to ensure this improvement continues. The demand for well qualified health and safety professionals has increased since Poland joined the EU in 2004. The employment in Western European countries 2

was no longer a barrier and Polish workers realised the potential in working abroad. Not all qualifications gained in Poland are recognised abroad, so it became necessary to provide health and safety courses locally which would lead to internationally recognised standards like IOSH or NEBOSH. Achieving these certificates before travelling, or when applying for jobs, increases the chances of Polish workers getting employment.

Ohirko.PL kontynuuje rodzinną, ponaddwudziestoletnią tradycję szkoleń i doradztwa z zakresu BHP. Działa w sektorze przemysłowym – produkcja, budownictwo, transport; usługowym – turystyka i hotelarstwo, a także obsługuje szkolnictwo, zarówno publiczne jak i prywatne. Ohirko.PL współpracuje także z firmami z Czech i Holandii. Mniejsze firmy korzystają z obsługi kompleksowej obejmującej dodatkowo sprawy kadrowe i księgowość. Młody, acz doświadczony zespół specjalistów prowadzi szkolenia z pełnego spektrum

problemów BHP, a także przeciwpożarowe. i pierwszej pomocy. Dostępne są szkolenia e-learningowe jak również publikacje branżowe własnego autorstwa. Kilkuletnia obecność w przedsiębiorstwach pozwoliła na wykreowanie w ich zarządach świadomości znaczenia dobrostanu załogi jako elementu podnoszącego efektywność pracy. Wynikająca z podwyższenia jakości miejsca pracy i zbudowania pozytywnej świadomości zawodowej

zatrudnionych minimalizacja kosztów związanych z wypadkami i chorobami zawodowymi stała się jednoznacznym wskaźnikiem kierunkującym modyfikacje struktur produkcyjnousługowych z tych zakładach. Po przystąpieniu Polski do Unii Europejskiej w 2004 okazało się, że kwalifikacje BHP z rynku krajowego nie zawsze są w 100% kompatybilne z wymogami pracodawców w krajach Europy Zachodniej. Brak porozumień w zakresie 3

nostryfikacji uprawnień i szkoleń branżowych spowodował rosnące zainteresowanie szkoleniami wedlug rozpoznawalnych na świecie standardów NEBOSH i IOSH. Wychodząc naprzeciw zapotrzebowaniu osób, dla których certyfikacje i dyplomy tych instytucji są pożądane, zdecydowaliśmy się na wprowadzenie w porozumieniu z RRC odpowiednich produktów na rynek.

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RRC are delighted to be working with Ohirko.PL to deliver health and safety courses in Poland. We look forward to sharing our experience and resources and to assist our colleagues in achieving their mission to transfer health and safety knowledge from training to practice. Gary Fallaize, RRC Managing Director ‘Na dzień dzisiejszy, jako jeden ze swoich celów postawiliśmy zapewnienie dostępu do kursów i możliwości zdawania egzaminów NEBOSH, IOSH, IEMA i CIEH na terenie Polski. Jako reprezentant uznanej w Polsce i branży firmy RRC, chcemy dopomóc polskim technikom i inżynierom w osiągnięciu jak najlepszych pozycji na rynku zawodowych w krajach, gdzie międzynarodowa certyfikacja z zakresu BHP jest niezbędna’. Adam Ohirko, Ohirko.PL Managing Director

‘Ohirko’s mission is to make IOSH, NEBOSH and CIEH courses available locally in order for workers to gain internationally recognised qualifications. This requires a solid and experienced partner who, due to years of experience in delivering courses to international audiences, has developed the most efficient methods of transferring knowledge. It will be to our great pleasure to be able to represent RRC in Poland and contribute to multi-national spread of valued international EHS qualifications’. Adam Ohirko, Ohirko.PL Managing Director

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Quality Courses RRC is all about quality. But don’t just take our word for it; in addition to our course accreditations, we are ISO9001 certificated and accredited by the Open and Distance Learning Quality Council. We are also members of the British Institute for Learning and Development and the European Association for Distance Learning. These all independently verify that RRC delivers a quality product and service. With a culture of continual improvement at the heart of all we do, you can be confident that RRC really do provide quality courses.

Expert Tutors Subject specialists are available by phone and e-mail whenever you need them. Our Tutor team supports thousands of students each year, with friendly and helpful advice which our customers really value – almost 100% of RRC students rated their experience as being ‘good’ or ‘excellent’. The team is an effective mix of academics, practitioners, consultants and examiners. They deliver our courses, support our students and help to continuously improve our training courses.

Customer Care Our customer care team try hard to make your studies as easy as possible. They’re dedicated to making sure your exam arrangements go smoothly. If you book your exam with RRC we make all the arrangements for you. Taking Your Exam Your exam will be arranged by RRC and sat at Ohirko’s premises at different locations in Poland.

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Exam Success At RRC we’ll do all we can to ensure you pass your exams, enjoy your studies and understand the subject matter. This is why we have a dedicated team constantly reviewing our courses, taking account of exam papers, feedback from students and pass rates. The good news for you is that our pass rates are consistently above the awarding body averages.

what is distance / e-Learning?

Distance/e-Learning provides the ultimate in flexibility, allowing you to start your course at any time and work at your own pace to meet your chosen exam date. So, what’s the difference? e-Learning Everything you need for your course is available online – including our highly respected course material which can be downloaded onto your PC, laptop, tablet or e-book reader. Distance learning Exactly the same as e-Learning but with an additional printed, fullcolour textbook of the course material.

Element IC1: General Workplace Issues

Element IC1: General Workplace Issues Safety Signs The standardisation of safety signs throughout workplaces is essential to ensure that safety signs, wherever they are seen, have the same meaning.

Mandatory Signs

Warning Signs

Use/Location of Signboards

Mandatory signs are round with a blue background and white symbol. This sign states what protective equipment must be worn.

Warning signs are triangular with a black border and a black pictogram on a yellow background.

• Signboards should generally be installed in a position appropriate to the line of sight, either at the access point to the area of a general hazard or in the immediate vicinity of a specific hazard.

Common Signs and Their Use, Location and Compliance

• Signs should be clearly visible in a well-lit position. • Illuminated signs should be provided with emergency lighting power where the situation is likely to interfere with the main power supply, i.e. emergency exits.

• Safety signs include: – Illuminated signs. – Hand and acoustic signals (e.g. fire alarms). – Traditional signboards (e.g. prohibition and warning signs). – Marking of pipework containing dangerous substances. – Fire safety signs. • The employer should provide specific safety signs whenever there is a risk which has not been avoided or controlled by other means, e.g. by engineering controls and safe systems of work. • Where a safety sign would not help to reduce a risk, or where the risk is not significant, there is usually no need to provide a sign (unless mandated by law). As illustrative examples we will look at five types of signs (Prohibition, Mandatory, Safe Condition, Warning and Fire Safety) used in the European region. Even if your regional signs are different, the principles involved will be similar.

Eyes

Head

Flammable Material

• Placing too many signs close together should be avoided.

Explosive

• Signs should be removed when or if the situation to which they refer no longer exists.

Signs Marking Obstacles, Dangerous Locations and Traffic Routes Ears

Respiratory Mandatory Signs

Overhead Loads

Radioactive Warning Signs

Safe Condition Signs

Fire Safety Signs

Sometimes called “Emergency” Signs.

In general fire safety signs fall into one of two categories:

These are square or oblong with white symbols on a green background and indicate such safe conditions as a first-aid post or emergency evacuation route.

• Those providing information on means of escape and which take the form of a ‘Safe Condition’.

Prohibition Signs

• Where the risk is low or it is impractical to safeguard by other means, then obstacles or dangerous locations should be marked, e.g. the edge of a loading platform, or danger zone adjacent to a process. • In some regions this can be achieved by the use of yellow and black (or red and white) angled stripes.

• Those identifying the location of fire equipment, e.g. ‘Alarm Point’, ‘Fire Extinguisher’. In Europe, a fire safety sign must at least contain a pictogram (though it may also contain the text as well).

• These are round with a white background and red border and cross bar. • Symbols must be black and placed centrally on the background without obliterating the cross bar. • The sign means that something must not be done. Exit

Inspection Pit with Clearly Marked Edges

Acceptable Fire Safety Sign

Fire equipment signs are square or rectangular in shape with a white pictogram on a red background. No Smoking

Not Drinkable

• In cases where clearly defined traffic routes are necessary, they should be marked using continuous lines (commonly yellow or white); standard road traffic signs and markings should be used in outdoor areas to control vehicles and pedestrians. • Dangerous locations (e.g. where people may slip, fall from heights, or where there is low headroom) and traffic routes may also have to be marked.

First-Aid Safe Condition Signs

No Access for Pedestrians

No Access for Industrial Vehicles

Fire Extinguisher

Fire Hose

Fire Equipment Signs

Prohibition Signs

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Element IC1: General Workplace Issues

Element IC1: General Workplace Issues Confined Spaces

Labelling of Pipework Pipework and pipelines containing dangerous substances should be identified and marked, including at, for example, sampling, filling and discharge points (where employees are likely to be exposed to the contents). Often the same symbols or pictograms as those seen on containers of dangerous substances are used, but using triangular-shaped warning signs. These are usually available either as labels or marking tapes.

Corrosive Material

Flammable Material

Explosive Material

Toxic Material

Key Information • Confined spaces are defined by the possibility of a foreseeable specified risk, so the types of specified risk give us some indication of what might constitute a confined space in a work situation. • In assessing the risk from working in a confined space we need to consider: – The need to enter the confined space at all. – The provision and maintenance of a safe atmosphere. – The task, materials and equipment. – The persons at risk. – The reliability of safeguards in place. • Employers must provide a safe system of work, and this is vital when carrying out confined space entry and work so safe working practices must include: – Permit-to-work systems. – Emergency arrangements. – Training for work in confined spaces.

Conditions that Constitute a Confined Space

Revision Questions Labelling Pipework

• Pipelines transporting a hazardous medium must be identified with the correct, relevant danger signal. • Colour coding is also commonly used to identify pipelines. For example, the current European standard colour groups are: – Green for water. – Grey for steam. – Blue for air. – Yellow for gases. – Mauve for acids and alkalis. – Brown for oils and combustible liquids. – Black for other liquids. – Red for fire-fighting.

Labelling of Stores • Stores and areas containing significant quantities of dangerous substances should be identified by the appropriate warning sign (the same signs as are used for marking pipework). • However, labelling of stores is not generally necessary if: – They hold very small quantities. – The labels on the containers can be seen clearly from outside the store.

1. Identify the requirements to ensure a suitable system of maintenance. 2. What are the requirements regarding the condition of floors and traffic/routes?

Confined spaces are recognised as workplaces that can be particularly hazardous. Consequently they are closely regulated by safety standards such as those set out in the UK Confined Spaces Regulations and the OSHA Occupational Safety and Health standards relating to permit-required confined spaces (1910.146).

Jargon Buster Confined Space Any place, including any chamber, tank, vat, silo, pit, trench, pipe, sewer, flue, well or other similar space in which, by virtue of its enclosed nature, there arises a reasonably foreseeable specified risk.

Specified Risk

3. Identify six key elements to good housekeeping.

• A serious risk of injury to any person at work arising from a fire or explosion.

4. What is meant by ‘acceptable temperature’?

• The loss of consciousness of any person at work arising from an increase in body temperature.

5. What are the requirements for adequate lighting?

• The loss of consciousness or asphyxiation of any person at work arising from gas, fume, vapour or the lack of oxygen.

6. Identify the symptoms of visual fatigue.

• The drowning of any person at work arising from an increase in the level of a liquid.

7. If a person has to wear special clothing for work, what type of facilities should be provided for changing purposes? 8. What criteria should an employer adopt when deciding what first-aid provision should be made?

• The asphyxiation of any person at work arising from a free flowing solid or the inability to reach a respirable environment due to entrapment by a free flowing solid. Work in a sewer can present a confined space risk

9. Explain the circumstances under which an employer should provide safety signs.

Free Flowing Solid Any substance consisting of solid particles and which is of, or is capable of being in, a flowing or running consistency; includes flour, grain, sugar, sand or other similar materials.

10. Describe the shape and colour of: prohibition, mandatory, safe condition, and warning signs. (Suggested Answers are at the end of Unit IC.) © RRC Training

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Distance/e-Learning with RRC At the centre of all RRC Distance/e-Learning courses is our unique online platform; an easy-to-use online system which provides everything you need to successfully pass your exams. With access to the course available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, from anywhere in the world, you really are in control – all you need is your computer and an Internet connection. Studying On-Line Our structured e-Learning programmes lead you through your course step by step, delivering the learning through a variety of media designed to make learning both enjoyable and effective. Each course contains: • Videos and interactive animations designed to make the information accessible and easy to learn. • Thought-provoking activities and exercises to enhance understanding and knowledge recall. • Multiple-choice quizzes to evaluate progress.

Studying Off-Line RRC’s course materials are of the highest quality, and are clear, easy to read and concise, allowing you to get full value out of every minute you spend studying. Throughout the material, key definitions are explained in easy-to-spot coloured boxes and important topics are highlighted and considered in particular depth. Revision Questions, Summaries and Key Information boxes focus on exactly what you need to know. All of your course material is available in PDF format within the e-Learning course and can be downloaded to your laptop, tablet or e-book reader to study. In addition, if you chose Distance Learning, RRC will provide a full colour printed copy.

Unlimited Support from Expert Tutors This is the most important ingredient in your course; access to RRC’s tutor team, as and when you need it, by e-mail and telephone. Your tutors are there to make sure your learning runs as smoothly as possible, marking your assignments and answering any queries you may have. Monitor Your Progress and Prepare for the Exam In addition to end of unit tests, designed to allow you to monitor your progress, we also include a Mock Exam. Completing this provides important exam practice and valuable feedback from a tutor. Collaboration RRC’s online course provides tutormoderated Forums where you can collaborate with your fellow students, share experiences and discuss relevant topics.

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Additional Resources A range of additional online resources tailored to support the courses you are studying, including links to other useful websites and sources of information, will also be included within your e-Learning course. Full Exam Service We manage the complete examination process for you, making all the arrangements so you can concentrate on your studies.

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Element 4: Work Equipment Hazards and Risk Control

Element 2: Transport Hazards and Risk Control

Safe Movement of Vehicles in the Workplace

• Vehicle operations are a hazard to the vehicle driver, as well as pedestrians, other drivers and passengers. Common accidents involve vehicle overturn, and collisions with pedestrians, other vehicles or fixed structures.

Adjustable and Self-Adjusting Guards

Interlocked Guards

Adjustable and self-adjusting guards are used when it is not possible to completely prevent access to dangerous parts. They are commonly used to safeguard woodworking and metalworking machinery where a workpiece has to be fed into the machine or manipulated during machine use.

An interlocked guard is a protective device designed to be removed as a normal part of routine machine operation. The guard is intended to allow frequent access to a machine or danger zone by removing the power source and preventing the equipment from operating while the guard is open. When the guard is removed a safety interlock system prevents machine operation. For example, a microwave oven has a hinged door on the front to allow easy access; this door is interlocked so that power to the microwave generator is shut off when it is open.

An adjustable guard can be set to a range of positions by the operator depending on the nature of the workpiece and the operation being carried out. For example, the top guard on a bench-mounted circular saw can be set at a range of heights depending on the size of wood being cut.

• These hazards can be controlled through the risk assessment process and by careful management of the workplace environment, the vehicles and the drivers. • The workplace environment should be designed, constructed and maintained to allow safe vehicle movement and to separate vehicles from pedestrians. • Vehicles should be suitable for their intended use and workplace environment and maintained in safe working order.

• Power to the machine is disabled and the machine will not operate until the guard is in place.

• Drivers should be appropriately qualified, medically fit and given information, instruction, training and supervision.

• Either the guard is locked shut until it is safe for the guard to open, or the act of opening the guard stops the dangerous parts and disables power.

Hazards From Workplace Transport Operations

Adjustable guard over blade of bench-mounted circular saw; the guard covers most of the blade, but a section remains exposed so that wood can be fed through

When vehicles move around in workplaces they are a hazard to pedestrians, to other vehicles (and their occupants) and to the driver (and other occupants). Vehicle accidents are responsible for many serious and fatal injuries and also cause a significant amount of property and equipment damage. You will find the various hazards listed below, along with some typical conditions and environments in which each hazard might arise.

A self-adjusting guard does the same thing but is sprung loaded or linked to other machine parts. As the machine operates the guard adjusts automatically to fit the workpiece. It does not require the operator to set it to the right position.

Loss of Control and Overturning A driver may lose control of their vehicle for various reasons: • Driver error (e.g. driving too fast). • Environmental conditions (e.g. mud on the road). • Mechanical failure (e.g. brakes fail). Depending on the type of vehicle being driven, this loss of control may result in a skid, collision or overturn of the vehicle. Some vehicles, because of their design or environment of use, are more likely to overturn than others. Forklift trucks (with a very short and narrow wheel base) and dumper trucks (with a high centre of gravity and used on rough terrain) are frequently involved in overturn accidents.

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Basic principles of an interlocked guard:

Self-adjusting guard on a crosscut mitre saw; as the saw moves down the guard retracts to expose the blade

Main limitations with adjustable and self-adjusting guards: • Do not completely prevent access to dangerous parts.

Forklift truck

• Very easy to defeat. • Rely 100% on operator competence.

Many machines are fitted with interlocked doors which when opened bring the moving parts to an immediate stop (e.g. photocopier). However, some machines cannot be stopped in this way and it is then preferable to use an interlocked guard that locks shut and can only be opened once the danger has passed (e.g. domestic washing machine). The main limitation of an interlocked guard is that it is possible to bypass the system so that the machine can be operated with the guard open. With simple interlock systems this is easily done, but even complex interlock systems can be defeated by a determined person. The dangerous parts or machinery may not be at rest as the equipment is opened, and this may put the operator at risk (though this can be overcome by good design and consideration of “run down” times). It is also possible that a person may gain access to the inside of a machine guard during operation by climbing over the guard or by the equipment being re-started by a second operator. It is, therefore, important that the appropriate type of interlock system is fitted to the machine and that strict rules are imposed about safe use of interlocked guards, with regular maintenance carried out.

Trip Devices Trip devices are protective devices that do not put a physical barrier between the operator and the dangerous parts of machinery. Instead some form of sensor is used to detect the presence of the operator and stop the machine. Trip devices are intended to minimise severity of an injury and are often used as an additional control measure, e.g. in combination with an interlocked access gate to ensure that an operator does not gain access by climbing over a fence or being locked in by a colleague.

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Element IC1: General Workplace Issues

Element IB10: Ergonomic Factors Ergonomics Key Information

First-Aid Assessment

Information and Training

Specific first-aid needs of a workplace depend on the place where work is being conducted and the type of work being carried out. The following criteria should generally be taken into account:

• The employer should inform all workers of the establishment’s first-aid arrangements, especially new workers ( so details are usually included in induction training). • Self-employed persons should provide adequate firstaid equipment for their own needs.

• Ergonomics is the science of designing the job, equipment, and workplace to fit the worker with the objective of improving their comfort, safety and productivity and should consider the: – Worker. – Work equipment. – Local environment. • Lack of attention to ergonomic principles can result in the following conditions: – Work-Related Upper Limb Disorders (WRULDS). – Musculoskeletal problems. • Risk reduction measures rely on: – Ergonomic design of tools, equipment and workplaces. – Job rotation. – Adjusting the work routine. – Training.

Topic Focus The factors to be considered in assessing first-aid provision include: • Size of the organisation (e.g. number of employees). • Nature of the work and workplace hazards and risks, e.g. hazardous substances, dangerous machines, tools or animals. Remember that you will have different levels of risk in different parts of the workplace (office vs production line).

• Arrangements should also cover the firstaid requirements of other persons on the establishment’s site. • Training courses must usually be to an approved standard (the training syllabus is often mandated by local enforcement agencies). Refresher training is commonly mandated at suitable intervals, e.g. every three years. • Where the employer provides a full-time staffed occupational health service, the first-aid arrangements for the establishment would normally be made by them.

• Nature of the workforce, e.g. experience, young workers, pregnancy, disabilities. • The organisation’s accident history.

Jargon Buster Ergonomics Ergonomics is the science of designing the job, equipment, and workplace to fit the worker with the objective of improving their comfort, safety and productivity. It involves the application of anatomical, physiological and psychological knowledge to the practical aspects of work, such that tasks may be fitted to the needs of the person. This involves putting the person at the heart of both task and workstation design, and building the working environment around his/her needs, rather than fitting the person into a pre-designed working environment built around the needs of the task. The starting point for this is to see the work setting as being made up of three elements: • A worker with a range of physical and mental characteristics – size, strength, range of motion, intellect, expectations, etc. • Physical objects comprising the furniture, working equipment (DSE, tools, etc.), working surfaces and parts used in the task. • The local environment created by physical conditions such as lighting, temperature, noise, vibration, etc., as well as the organisational culture © RRC Training

and management which determines interpersonal relationships, attitudes towards work, etc. in the workplace.

• The needs of travelling, remote and lone workers, e.g. may need a travel first-aid kit. • Work patterns, e.g. coverage for shift work or out of hours work.

The interaction of these elements determines the manner in which the task may be performed, and it is this interaction which needs to be optimised in order to ensure maximum comfort, safety and productivity.

• The distribution of the workforce, e.g. large site with multiple buildings which are far apart. • The remoteness of the site from emergency medical services.

Lack of Attention to Ergonomic Principles

• Employees working on shared or multioccupied sites.

The following conditions are likely to result from lack of attention to ergonomic principles.

First-Aid Training Using a Resuscitation Dummy

• Annual leave and other absences of first-aiders and appointed persons – adequate coverage.

Work-Related Upper Limb Disorders (WRULDs)

• First-aid provision for non-employees.

Work-related upper limb disorders (WRULDs) affect the soft connecting tissues, muscles and nerves of the hand, wrist, arm and shoulder. Severity may vary from occasional aches, pains and discomfort of the affected part through to well defined and specific disease or injury. Loss of function may result in reduced work capacity.

Specific Specialist First-Aid Treatments Where specific risks have been identified, particular provision should be made, e.g.: • Specialist and separate training for the appointed person.

Upper limb disorders arise from ordinary movements, such as forceful repetitive gripping, twisting, reaching or moving. The hazard is created by prolonged repetition, often in a forceful and awkward manner, without sufficient rest or recovery time. Consequently, a range of occupations may be affected including production-line workers, packers, painters and machine operators.

• Extra first-aid equipment may be required. • Training to cope with special risks such as cyanide poisoning.

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NEBOSH Courses

NEBOSH (National Examinations Board in Occupational Safety and Health) has a reputation which is second to none for the provision of academically rigorous training. NEBOSH offer a wide range of professional qualifications which are recognised worldwide.

NEBOSH Courses

Award in Health and Safety at Work

The NEBOSH Award in Health & Safety at Work is a NEW course developed by NEBOSH to complement their existing range of qualifications. This standalone qualification is designed for workers in any sector who want a basic understanding of health and safety and acts as the perfect introduction to a NEBOSH Certificate.

What you will study

Methods of study

Unit HSW1 Workplace Safety Foundations • The Foundations of Health and Safety • The Responsibility for Health and Safety • Health and Safety Risk Assessment and Control • Hazards and Controls Associated with Work Equipment • Transport Safety • Hazards and Controls Associated with Working with Electricity • Fire Safety • Hazards and Controls Associated with Manual Handling and Repetitive Movement • Hazards and Controls Associated with Hazardous Substances • Hazards and Controls Associated with the Working Environment Unit HSW2 Practical Application The completion of a short risk assessment activity.

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• Distance/e-Learning – 24 hours of study Assessment The assessment consists of one multiple-choice examination and a short risk assessment activity.

Award in Safety, Health & Environment for the Process Industries

This NEBOSH Award is designed to provide process operators and technicians with an understanding of health, safety and environmental management within the process industries. If you work (or want to work) in industries like chemical, pharmaceutical, petrochemical and food processing, then this course could be for you. It also provides a perfect introduction to a NEBOSH Certificate.

What you will study

Methods of study

Unit HSEP1 Health, Safety and Environment for the Process Industries • The Foundations of Health and Safety • The Responsibility for Health and Safety • Health and Safety Risk Assessment and Control • Hazards and Controls Associated with Work Equipment, Working with Electricity, Manual Handling and Repetitive Movement, Hazardous Substances, the Working Environment • Transport Safety • Fire Safety • The Foundations of Process Safety • Systems to Prevent Loss of Containment • Common Hazards, Risks and Controls in the Chemical Industry • Plant Integrity • Emergency Response • Foundations in Environmental Management • Control of Emissions • Environmental Risk Assessments (Impact Assessment)

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• Distance/e-Learning – 44 hours of study Assessment The assessment consists of one multiple-choice examination.

NEBOSH Courses

National Certificate in Environmental Management

This standalone qualification, based on UK law, is aimed at managers, supervisors and staff from all types of organisations who need a broad understanding of environmental management issues.

What you will study

Methods of study

Unit NEC1: Management and Control of Environmental Hazards • Foundations in Environmental Management • Environmental Management Systems • Environmental Impact Assessments • Control of Emissions to Air • Control of Contamination of Water Sources • Control of Waste and Land Use • Sources of Use of Energy and Energy Efficiency • Control of Environmental Noise • Planning for and Dealing with Environmental Emergencies Unit NEC2: Practical Application The completion of an environmental review of a workplace and report to management.

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• Distance/e-Learning – 70 hours of study Assessment The assessment consists of one examination and a practical assessment.

NEBOSH Courses

international certificates

NEBOSH International Certificates are designed for those based outside of the UK, or working in an international arena. They are based on international, technical and other standards and best practice. Successful completion of a NEBOSH International Certificate meets the entry requirement for the NEBOSH National and International Diploma.

Unitisation IGC1 is the core unit for the NEBOSH International General Certificate, the NEBOSH International Construction Certificate and the NEBOSH International Fire Certificate. To gain each qualification you need to study IGC1 along with the relevant specialist unit and practical assessment.

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If you have been awarded a NEBOSH International Certificate in the last 5 years and wish to take a further International Certificate you will be exempt from IGC1 and can simply ‘top up’ with units IGC2/3, ICC1/2 or IFC1/2.

NEBOSH Courses

International General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety

The NEBOSH International General Certificate provides an excellent foundation in health and safety for managers, supervisors, employee representatives and people starting out on a career in health and safety. The certificate is relevant to all types of organisations and helps its holders manage risks effectively.

What you will study Unit IGC1: Management of International Health & Safety • Foundations in Health and Safety • Health and Safety Management Systems 1 – Policy • Health and Safety Management Systems 2 – Organising • Health and Safety Management Systems 3 – Planning • Health and Safety Management Systems 4 – Measuring, Audit and Review Unit IGC2: Control of International Workplace Hazards • Movement of People and Vehicles – Hazards and Control • Manual and Mechanical Handling – Hazards and Control • Work Equipment Hazards and Control • Electrical Hazards and Control • Fire Hazards and Control • Chemical and Biological Health Hazards and Control • Physical and Psychological Health Hazards and Control • Construction Activities Hazards and Control 14

Unit IGC3: International Health & Safety Practical Application The completion of a health and safety assessment of a workplace and report to management. Methods of study • Distance/e-Learning – 130 hours of study Assessment The assessment consists of two examinations and a practical health and safety assessment of a workplace.

International Certificate in Construction Health and Safety

This course has been designed to provide those making day-to-day decisions in construction work with the knowledge they need to ensure that the health and safety implications of their decisions are properly taken into account. It is designed for supervisors and managers within the international construction industry.

What you will study Unit IGC1: Management of International Health & Safety (see NEBOSH International General Certificate) Unit ICC1: Managing and Controlling Hazards in International Construction Activities • Construction Management • Construction Site – Hazards and Risk Control • Vehicle and Plant Movement – Hazards and Risk Control • Musculoskeletal Handling – Hazards and Control • Work Equipment – Hazards and Risk Control • Electrical Safety • Fire Safety • Chemical and Biological Health – Hazards and Risk Control • Physical and Psychological Health – Hazards and Risk Control • Working at Height – Hazards and Risk Control • Excavation Work and Confined Spaces – Hazards and Risk Control • Demolition and Deconstruction– Hazards and Risk Control 15

Unit ICC2: International Construction Practical Application The completion of a health and safety assessment of a construction site and report to management. Methods of study • Distance/e-Learning – 160 hours of study Assessment The assessment consists of two examinations and a practical health and safety assessment of a construction site.

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NEBOSH International Certificate in Fire Safety AND Risk Management

The NEBOSH International Fire Certificate will teach you how to carry out fire risk assessments and identify the range of protective and preventive measures you need to minimise the risk of fire. This course is designed for anyone with fire safety responsibilities in the workplace and is suitable for managers, supervisors and employee representatives.

What you will study

Methods of study

Unit IGC1: Management of International Health and Safety (see NEBOSH International General Certificate) Unit IFC1: International Fire Safety and Risk Management • Managing Fire Safety • Principles of Fire and Explosion • Causes and Prevention of Fires • Fire Protection in Buildings • Safety of People in the Event of a Fire • Fire Safety Risk Assessment Unit IFC2: Fire Safety Practical Application The completion of a fire safety risk assessment of a workplace.

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• Distance/e-Learning – 120 hours of study Assessment The assessment consists of two examinations and a practical fire risk assessment of a workplace.

International Technical Certificate in Oil AND Gas Operational Safety

The NEBOSH International Technical Certificate in Oil and Gas Operational Safety is designed specifically for those with safety responsibilities in the oil and gas industry. It focuses on international standards and management systems, highlighting the importance of process safety management in the oil and gas industry, enabling students to effectively discharge workplace safety responsibilities both onshore and offshore.

It is ideal for those who have the responsibility for ensuring safety as part of their day to day duties, including Managers; Supervisors; Employee representatives; and newly appointed Health and Safety Advisers. Those undertaking this certificate should have a good understanding of safety issues which can be from experience or having studied one of NEBOSH’s Certificate-level qualifications.

What you will study Unit IOG1: The Management of International Oil and Gas Operational Safety • Health, Safety and Environmental Management in Context • Hydrocarbon Process Safety 1 • Hydrocarbon Process Safety 2 • Fire Protection and Emergency Response • Logistics and Transport Operations Methods of study • Distance/e-Learning – 55 hours of study Assessment The assessment consists of one 2-hour examination.

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NEBOSH diplomas

The NEBOSH Diploma is the qualification for aspiring health and safety professionals, building directly upon the foundation of knowledge provided by the NEBOSH Certificate. It is designed to provide students with the expertise required to undertake a career as a safety and health practitioner and also provides a sound basis for progression to postgraduate study.

Entry requirements The NEBOSH Diploma assumes a broad basic knowledge of health and safety (such as is provided by a NEBOSH Certificate qualification) and is assessed at the same standard as a UK Degree programme.

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NEBOSH Courses

International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

The NEBOSH International Diploma is a prestigious and demanding professional qualification for those wanting to advance their career in occupational health and safety. The NEBOSH International Diploma is also becoming recognised around the world as the global standard for health and safety professionals.

What you will study Preparatory Content (Core Skills) Unit IA: International Management of Health and Safety Principles of Health and Safety Management, Loss Causation and Incident Investigation, Identifying Hazards, Assessing and Evaluating Risks, Risk Control and Emergency Planning, Organisational and Human Factors, Regulating Health and Safety, Measuring Health and Safety Performance. Unit IB: International Control of Hazardous Agents in the Workplace General Aspects of Occupational Health and Hygiene, Principles of Toxicology and Epidemiology, Hazardous Substances – Evaluating Risk, Preventive and Protective Measures and Monitoring and Maintenance of Control Measures, Biological Agents, Physical Agents – Noise and Vibration and Radiation and Thermal Environment, Hazardous Substances – Preventive and Protective Measures, Ergonomic Factors.

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Unit IC: International Workplace and Work Equipment Safety General Workplace Issues, Principles of Fire and Explosion, Workplace Fire Risk Assessment, Storage, Handling and Processing of Dangerous Substances, Work Equipment, Machinery Safety, Mechanical Handling, Electrical Safety, Safety in Construction and Demolition, Environmental Pollution and Waste Management. Unit ID: International Application of Health and Safety Theory and Practice This unit comprises an 8,000-word assignment for submission after completion of units IA, IB and IC. Methods of study • Distance/e-Learning – 475 hours of study Assessment Units IA, IB and IC are examined by written examination and Unit ID by assignment. Candidates must successfully complete all four units to be awarded the NEBOSH International Diploma.

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National diploma in Environmental Management

The NEBOSH National Diploma in Environmental Management has been designed for those with responsibilities for the management of environmental risk or aiming to develop and implement effective environmental management systems within their organisations.

There are no specific entry requirements for this course but some knowledge of the English legal system is recommended (such as might be covered in the NEBOSH National General Certificate, National Diploma, etc.).

Unit ED2 – Workplace-Based Practical Application The completion of a work-based project. Methods of study • Distance/e-Learning – 190 hours of study

What you will study Unit ED1 – Management of Environmental Risk • Principles of Environmental Risk Management • Environmental Risk Evaluation • Water Resources Management • Monitoring, Review and Audit • Developments in Environmental Legislation • Environmental Legislative Framework and Methods of Enforcement • Public Access to Environmental Information • Civil Liability in Relation to Environmental Pollution • Solid and Liquid Wastes • Gaseous and Particulate Releases to Atmosphere • Control Strategies for Environmental Risk • Control of Environmental Nuisance • Hazardous Substances • Environmental Implications of Development and Land Use • Energy Use and Efficiency

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Assessment Unit ED1 is assessed by a 3-hour examination and Unit ED2 a project consisting of an environmental audit.

IOSH Courses

The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) has developed a series of certificated courses designed to promote protection from workplace hazards at every level. IOSH courses are founded on best practice as well as legislation, ensuring that courses are relevant both in the UK and internationally.

IOSH Courses

Managing Safely

This course aims to introduce managers at all levels to the different aspects of managing safety and health in the workplace.

What you will study

Methods of study

• Safety Management Principles • Assessing and Controlling Risks • Understanding Management Responsibility for Health and Safety • Identifying Hazards • Investigating Accidents and Incidents • Measuring Performance • Protecting our Environment

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• Distance/e-Learning – 40 hours of study Assessment The assessment consists of multiple choice and short answer questions as well as a short project.

working Safely

This course is aimed at all employees and is designed to improve the safety culture within an organisation. It focuses on how individual actions contribute to health and safety in the workplace.

What you will study

Methods of study

• Introducing Working Safely • Defining Hazards, Risk and Control • Identifying Common Hazards • Improving Safety Performance • Environmental Awareness

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• Distance/e-Learning – 10 hours of study Assessment The assessment consists of multiple choice and short answer questions as well as a short project.

cieh Courses

The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health is a leading awarding body for vocational qualifications in accredited food safety, health and safety, and environmental protection qualifications. 24

Level 2 Award in the Principles of Risk Assessment

This course is designed to help improve the workplace culture for occupational health and safety by raising awareness of the concept of risk assessment and the basic principles involved. It is aimed at anyone in a work environment, especially those likely to be involved in conducting risk assessments as part of a team or who want an understanding of the principles involved.

What you will study

Methods of study

• The main causes of accidents and ill health and the implications for people in the workplace • The legal requirements for risk assessment • The principles of risk assessment

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• e-Learning – 6 hours of study Assessment The assessment consists of multiple-choice questions.

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Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace

This course provides an awareness of key health and safety issues and the part they should play in keeping people free from harm at work. It is aimed at anyone who wants a basic induction into health and safety, including those who are entering the workplace for the first time.

What you will study

Methods of study

• An introduction to health and safety • The scope of hazards and risks in the workplace • Workplace conditions that can affect health and safety • Workplace procedures, including requirements for reporting, first aid and personal protection

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• e-Learning – 3 hours of study Assessment The assessment consists of multiple-choice questions.

Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace

This course provides an understanding of health and safety that will enable participants to contribute to any risk assessment based health and safety management system. It is aimed at anyone in a work environment.

What you will study

Methods of study

• An introduction to health and safety at work • Health and safety law and enforcement • Preventing work-related ill health • The principles of accident prevention • Risk assessment techniques • The risks associated with poor welfare, the workplace and work equipment, manual handling, hazardous substances, working at height, working with vehicles and exposure to noise and vibration

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• e-Learning – 6 hours of study Assessment The assessment consists of multiple-choice questions.

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Level 1 Award in Food Safety Awareness in Catering

This course provides an understanding of the importance of keeping individuals and work areas clean and hygienic and the role individuals play in reducing contamination. It is aimed at anyone working where there is food.

What you will study

Methods of study

• An introduction to the risks associated with handling food • The importance of personal hygiene • The importance of cleaning in catering premises • Keeping product safe and reducing potential contamination

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• e-Learning – 3 hours of study Assessment The assessment consists of multiple-choice questions.

Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering

This course provides an understanding of the special responsibilities of those working with food for safeguarding the health of consumers and ensuring that the food they serve or sell is safe to eat. It is aimed at anyone working in catering where food is prepared, cooked and handled.

What you will study

Methods of study

• An introduction to the terminology used in food safety • The laws that apply to food businesses and food handlers • The concept of food hazards and how the risk of food poisoning can be contained • Monitoring product and equipment temperatures • Minimising bacterial multiplication by reducing temperature • The importance of high temperatures in the supply of safe food • The ability of food handlers to impose a risk to food safety • The importance of utilising appropriate storage conditions for different types of food • The importance of cleaning in food premises • The need for high standards for structure and equipment to promote good hygiene in food premises

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• e-Learning – 6 hours of study Assessment The assessment consists of multiple-choice questions.

iema Courses

Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) is a not-for-profit membership organisation established to promote best practice standards in environmental management, auditing and assessment.

Introduction to Environmental Management Systems

This qualification is aimed at those who wish to gain an understanding of EMSs, particularly ISO 14001 and the European Eco-Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS). Its purpose is to provide middle management, line managers and individuals from a quality and health and safety background with information on why an EMS should be implemented, a summary of the EMS standards available and the main elements that comprise these.

All delegates who have successfully completed this IEMA approved course will gain credit towards an Environmental Auditor application on the IEMA’s Environmental Auditor register. Those gaining more than 70% will gain five points towards an application for Environmental Auditor Registration. What you will study • An Overview of the Background to EMAS and the ISO 14000 Series • The Key Components of ISO 14001 • The Key Components of EMAS • The Interface Between EMAS, ISO 14000 and Other Management Systems • Sources of Further Information or Advice

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Methods of study • Distance/e-Learning – 16 hours of study Assessment The assessment comprises a multiple-choice exam and a coursework assignment.

IEMA Courses

Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management

This qualification is aimed at those who have only recently become involved in environmental management or for whom environmental management is an integral part of a wide range of responsibilities. All delegates who have successfully completed this IEMA approved course will be entitled to one year’s Affiliate Membership of the IEMA.

What you will study

Methods of study

• Sustainable Business Thinking • Environmental Legislation • Tools for Assessment and Interpretation of Environmental Performance • Environmental Management Systems

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• Distance/e-Learning – 24 hours of study Assessment The assessment comprises a multiple-choice exam and a coursework assignment.

Associate Certificate in Environmental Management

This course is designed to raise the professional competence of environmental practitioners by assessing their knowledge and understanding of environmental management and its application. It is aimed at those people who have a basic understanding of environmental issues and want to expand their knowledge and understanding to Associate Membership. All delegates who have successfully completed this IEMA approved course will gain Associate Membership of the Institute of Environmental Assessment (AIEMA).

What you will study

Methods of study

• Introduction to Environmental Issues • Background to Environmental Law • Controls on Emissions to Atmosphere • Waste Management • The Water Environment • Land Use and Contamination • Environmental Nuisance • Hazardous Materials Management • Framework for Managing Environmental Impacts • Producer Responsibility • Environmental Communications

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• Distance/e-Learning – 80 hours of study Assessment The assessment comprises a multiple-choice exam and a coursework assignment.

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rapid e-Learning courses

RRC’s Rapid e-Learning Courses are designed to help organisations and individuals develop essential skills and knowledge as and when they need it. Each course provides a short, clear introduction to an environmental, health or safety topic and will allow you to expand your skills or refresh your knowledge. Our user-friendly online learning environment provides total flexibility so you can complete your training whenever it suits you.

The topics are covered in bite-sized chunks to make learning as easy as possible and each course includes activities, videos and animations to bring it to life and illustrate important points. Useful links to additional online resources provide the opportunity for further research. All courses include a free downloadable workbook containing all the topics covered as a handy reference guide and reminder of what you’ve learnt.

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At the end of each course you’ll find a short online exam, comprising up to 16 multiple-choice questions. You’ll have up to 30 minutes to complete the assessment and the pass mark is set at 75%. If you are successful, you’ll be able to download an RRC certificate. Fees are based on a per-user, per-course basis, with discounts for multiple purchases. RRC’s Rapid e-Learning courses have been designed by our highly experienced tutors, and are delivered online by e-Learning. If you are looking for training for your organisation, we can also tailor our courses and develop additional titles to suit your specific requirements.

Work at Height – 2 hours This course serves as a basic introduction to the main hazards and risks involved in working at height. It would be ideal for anyone who requires basic knowledge of the key precautions that should be observed to ensure safety. Content • An introduction to working at height and the essential hierarchy of control. • The main hazards and controls associated with the following: • Ladders. • Steps and trestles. • Scaffolding. • Edge protection. • MEWPs. • Roof work. Risk Assessment – 3 hours This course gives an introduction to the risk assessment process and develops the skills important in ensuring a safe workplace. Aimed at all workers, it is also an ideal introduction for anyone looking to take more responsibility for health and safety at work. Content • An introduction to risk assessment and its role in health and safety at work. • The principles of risk assessment – the five steps. • Examples of common workplace hazards and appropriate controls. • How to ensure a risk assessment is suitable and sufficient. Electrical Safety – 2 hours This course is aimed at anyone who encounters electricity or electrical appliances in the workplace. It provides an introduction to the dangers associated with electricity and an overview of the control measures to be used to ensure safety. Content • Principles of electricity. • Common hazards and risks: • Shock. • Burns. • Fires. • Controls: • Selection and suitability. • Protective systems. • Inspection and maintenance.

Health and Safety Induction (for Workers) – 2 hours This course is aimed at all workers and provides a short introduction to the basic principles of health and safety. It is ideal for new employees needing a basic induction to health and safety. Content • Basic principles of health and safety. • Workplace hazards and risks: • Slips, trips and falls. • Working at height. • Manual handling. • Hazardous substances. • Machinery and vehicles. • Electricity. • Fire. • Stress. • Workplace conditions: • Housekeeping. • Access/traffic routes/ escape routes. • Working environment. • Welfare facilities. • Safety signs. • Workplace procedures: • Reporting incidents. • First-aid. • PPE. • Personal hygiene. Health and Safety Essentials (for Supervisors) – 3 hours This course is aimed at supervisors and managers and provides an overview of all the essential health and safety information they will need in their role. This is a particularly good course for anyone taking on a new role as a supervisor where health and safety is a concern. Content • Health, safety and welfare (hazards, controls and procedures). • The workplace and workplace equipment. • Risk assessment. • Manual handling. • Hazardous substances. • Ergonomics and workstation design. • Working at height. • Transport and vehicles. • Noise and vibration.

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Transport Safety – 2 hours This course is designed for all workers who are involved in vehicle operations at work – from cars to lorries and forklift trucks. It may also be useful for supervisors and managers working on sites where vehicles are in use. Content • Hazards in vehicle operations. • Controls for vehicle operations. • Risk assessment. • Segregation. • Management of vehicle movement. • Environmental issues (e.g. visibility). • Maintenance. • Driver restraints. • Selection and training – driver competence. Accident Investigation – 2 hours This course is aimed at anyone who may form part of an accident investigation team and provides an overview of the importance of reporting and investigating incidents at work. It also gives a step by step account of basic investigation procedure. Content • Different types of incident. • Near-miss. • Accident (injury and/or damage). • Dangerous occurrence. • Ill-health. • The purpose of investigating occupational accidents. • The basic investigation procedure (gather, analyse, identify, plan). • Requirements for recording and reporting incidents. Display Screen Equipment (DSE) – 2 hours This course is aimed at those who use display screen equipment. It provides an overview of ergonomic principles as well as specific hazards and control measures associated with use of DSE. This is an ideal course for those who work in office management and HR, as well as those responsible for people who work using display screens. Content • The basic principles of ergonomics. • Relevant ill-health effects. • Control measures which can prevent musculoskeletal health problems (including workstation design).

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Developing a Positive Safety Culture – 2 hours

Health and Safety Roles and Responsibilities – 2 hours

This course is aimed at those with an interest in health and safety or a particular responsibility for health and safety at work. It is designed to ensure a good understanding of the principles of health and safety culture, the ways in which it can be improved and the benefits this can have. Content • The importance of health and safety culture and the need to assess its effectiveness. • Factors influencing health and safety culture and behaviour. • Improving health and safety culture.

This course is aimed at managers and supervisors who want a clear understanding of their health and safety obligations and the obligations of others within their organisation. Content • The health and safety roles and responsibilities of different members of an organisation: • Directors. • Managers and supervisors. • Employees. • Health and safety specialists; contractors; controllers of premises; joint occupiers; suppliers, manufacturers and designers; the self-employed. • The importance of effective consultation with employees.

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Manual Handling – 2 hours This course is suitable for all workers whose role includes manual handling activities. It outlines some of the common hazards and controls for manual handling. Content • Hazards and risks. • Common hazards. • Risk assessment. • Controls and reducing the risk. • Manual handling techniques. Chemical Safety – 3 hours This course is designed for workers who work with (or are exposed to) chemical substances in any form. It provides an overview of the risks and possible health effects as well as an introduction to some of the relevant control measures. Content • Types of chemical agent. • Classification. • Typical examples. • Occupational exposure limits. • Health effects. • Appropriate controls.

Work Equipment Safety – 3 hours

Radiation – 2 hours

Construction Safety – 3 hours

This course is designed for those who use mechanical or non-mechanical work equipment. It provides an overview of some of the hazards associated with work equipment, as well as some of the basic principles to ensure safety. Content • Selection, use and maintenance of work equipment. • Hazards and control of hand-held tools. • Hazards and control of mechanical equipment. • Protective measures.

This course is aimed at anyone who might be exposed to ionising or non-ionising radiation. Content • Types of ionising radiation and possible sources. • Health effects of ionising radiation. • Protection from ionising radiation. • Types of non-ionising radiation and possible sources. • Health effects of non-ionising radiation. • Protection from non-ionising radiation.

This course is aimed at those who need an understanding of the basic health and safety principles associated with construction work, such as project managers or facilities managers. It is designed as a basic induction to all aspects of construction safety. Content • General hazards and controls. • Storage. • Machinery and vehicles. • Site security. • Electricity. • Demolition hazards. • Working at height. • Excavations. • Health hazards and controls. • Health surveillance.

Noise Awareness – 2 hours This course is aimed at those who might be at risk of significant noise exposure in the workplace and provides a basic introduction to the risks and health effects of exposure to noise. Content • Health effects of exposure to noise. • The basic principles of noise. • Measuring noise. • Controlling exposure. • Health surveillance.

We are developing new short courses all the time, so if you are interested in a specific topic, get in touch.

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