Health & Safety - Law & Practice

General Information

Accidents in the workplace and illnesses resulting from work-related practices cost employers billions of pounds each year in legal fees and compensation payouts. This course is a must for all Team Leaders and Supervisors - it identifies significant legislation related to health, safety and welfare at work and explains how the law affects both the team leader and team members. Health and Safety - Law and Practice also highlights the main features of what an organisation''s Health and Safety Policy, should contain the need to train all employees in health and safety procedures and the appropriate ways of dealing with injuries and dangerous occurrences in the workplace.
Outline and Learning Objectives

On completion of this course you will be able to:

• State the practical implications of key health and safety legislation
• Define your legal responsibilities as a manager or supervisor
• Create and promote an accident-free health and safety culture.

Course Modules

• Current Legislation
• Managing Health and Safety

Previous Knowledge Required

There are no formal entry requirements, but this course is aimed at those who are likely to become first line managers or who are already in post but have had little or no formal training.
What''s Involved
Online
How Long Does It Take?
4 Hours
Qualifications

Taking this course can count towards part of the following qualifications:

• ILM (Institute of Leadership and Management), Introductory Certificate in First Line Management
• ILM (Institute of Leadership & Management), Certificate in First Line Management

Course Level
Level 3