| Accidents and illness can result in disability, death or incapacity for work. The supervisor is in an ideal and very responsible position to influence, monitor and train employees. They can also ensure that managers are informed, persuaded, encouraged or pressured into providing for better health and safety standards.
Who needs this qualification?
Those who are responsible for health and safety, such as:
- supervisors
- owners
- team leaders
- managers
Subjects covered
- concept of health and safety
- accidents in the workplace
- ill health in the workplace
- legal provisions (UK only)
- health and safety organisation and management
- supervising health and safety
Outcomes
On completing this qualification candidates will be able to:
- demonstrate an understanding of the main concepts of health and safety
- show awareness of the benefits of health and safety culture
- explain the roles and responsibilities of individuals, supervisors and management in health and safety
- demonstrate an understanding of health and safety control and improvement strategies available to supervisors
Course Information
Duration: Three day programme
Assessment: Multiple-choice examination
QCA Accredited: Yes
Prerequisite: A basic knowledge of health and safety issues such as the CIEH Certificate in Health and Safety in the Workplace qualification or equivalent is required.
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