Become a Safety Rep and reduce hazards and risks in your workplace.
*This course now includes the role and the reponsibilities of the Safety Rep in the prevention of COVID-19 in the workplace.*
DAYTIME VIRTUAL COURSE – 4 Days
Online Training Requirements:
- You must have access to a laptop/computer with a webcam to complete this training
- You must be available to complete the whole course as 100% attendance is required
- You will receive a link by email to access the training and the platform controls will be discussed at the beginning of the session
Who should attend?
Appointed Safety Reps who have responsibility for fostering proactive communication between management and employees on health and safety issues should attend Safety Rep training.
Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, employers, and those who control workplaces to any extent, are required to:
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Identify the hazards and assess the risks in the workplaces they control
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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.
Course Requirements:
You must be involved in safety within your workplace prior to commencing this course.
Course Programme:
- 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
Safety Rep Training 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:
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Safety Representation.
Please let us know if participants have any specific learner requirements.
Related Course – Safety Health & Work Certificate
This course is for those who wish to become safety officers/manager within their organisation. They take ownership of the safety culture within the organisation and would be expected to be able to carry out risk assessments and complete safety statements and have a clear understanding of what the Safety & Health at Work Act 2005, General Applications 2007 and Codes of Practice would entail.