CIEH - Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace

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CIEH Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace – This course may be delivered in English or Arabic This course is independently accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health. Hands-on-Workshops Established 1990 offer training that is fully insurable and accredited by the CIEH. Hands-on-Workshops are committed to delivering high quality, accurate and cost effective procedures in many aspects of Health and Safety. Our aim is to raise the level of awareness and assist businesses' to eliminate any risk of costly errors due inadequate Health & Safety culture in the workplace. The CIEH is the UK’s leading awarding body for vocational qualifications in accredited health and safety and environmental protection qualifications. Course Description: A one day course designed for staff to recognise and understand the relationship between the working environment, the nature of work and the health and safety of the individual. Course Summary: Training providers have identified a growing need to make learning more relevant to specific business environments to increase effectiveness. New qualifications are required to address new National Occupational Standards reflecting sector specific needs. This qualification is aimed at anyone working in the public sector CIEH Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace Health and safety understanding for all employees.

The CIEH Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace can be tailored to business and individual needs to make the learning experience relevant and fit for purpose. Outline programme The qualification covers the following topics: • Legislation • Health • Safety • Welfare • The workplace and workplace equipment • Risk assessment • Manual handling • Hazardous substances • Ergonomics and workstation design • Transport and vehicles • Noise and vibration Qualification information Designed for: All employees Course duration: 6 hours Assessment method: Multiple choice examination QCA Accredited: Yes Level: New Level 2 The benefits of effective Heath and Safety provision are: 1. Moral - prevent people being harmed 2. Economic - H&S training reduces risks and saves money 3. Legal - it's the law