Health & Safety in the Workplace (VTQ) – Level 3

Health and safety is a popular subject that is discussed to prevent accidents in public places as well as in the workplace.

This qualification is ideal for those who wish to embark on an employment in the H&S sector and is aimed towards Health and Safety Managers, Managers and Line Managers, Instructors and Self-employed contractors.

Omni Training Group H&S Level 3 is delivered over 2 days with 1-day pre-course work that is completed using the workbook and course book provided.

This qualification is aimed at those working or wishing to work as a supervisor in health and safety in the workplace. The content of this qualification aims to give the learner a wide range of skills and knowledge to equip them to confidently undertake health and safety requirements, such as risk assessments and to deal competently with consequences arising from incidents that may occur.

The course covers a wide range of health and safety subjects to cover all workplace settings and will cover legislation, the benefits of using a safety management system, the principles of risk assessments, hazards and risk control methods.

Please note that learners undertaking this qualification have the option to choose to take a regulated qualification (at additional cost) should you industry / employer require this.

Course Structure:

Health and safety is a popular subject that is discussed to prevent accidents in public places as well as in the workplace.

This qualification is ideal for those who wish to embark on an employment in the H&S sector and is aimed towards Health and Safety Managers, Managers and Line Managers, Instructors and Self-employed contractors.

Omni Training Group H&S Level 3 is delivered over 2 days with 1-day pre-course work that is completed using the workbook and course book provided.

This qualification is aimed at those working or wishing to work as a supervisor in health and safety in the workplace. The content of this qualification aims to give the learner a wide range of skills and knowledge to equip them to confidently undertake health and safety requirements, such as risk assessments and to deal competently with consequences arising from incidents that may occur.

The course covers a wide range of health and safety subjects to cover all workplace settings and will cover legislation, the benefits of using a safety management system, the principles of risk assessments, hazards and risk control methods.

Please note that learners undertaking this qualification have the option to choose to take a regulated qualification (at additional cost) should you industry / employer require this.

Course Content:

Introduction and Regulation
Health & Safety and its importance
What causes accidents?
Health and Safety Law
Employee and Employer Responsibility
LOLER Regulations
PUWER regulation 1998
Reasonably Practicable
Welfare at work
Electricity and electricity at work regulations
Prevention of Accidents
Why prevention is important and what can be done
Risk Assessments Assessing risk – high and low risk
What is a hazard
Personal Protective Equipment
Substances dangerous to health – COSHH
Portable gas appliances
Safety Signs
Correct lighting
When an accident happens
First Aid Provision
Training Requirements
Basic First Aid Advice
RIDDOR and accident reporting
Workplace policies and procedures
Equipment in the workplace and how you can get hurt
Specific areas of health and safety training
Formal Risk Assessment
Fire Triangle
Calling the fire service
Evacuation Procedures
Fire Good Housekeeping
Electricity
Manual Handling
Slips, Trips, and Falls
Workstation and VDU safety
Ventilation
Working at Heights
Occupational Health Infection Control
Forklift trucks
Noise and vibration
Hoists, cranes and lifts
Summary of Health and Safety
Workplace and personal safety
Enforcement of health and safety regulations
What you need to remember and what to do next Ventilation

Successful candidates will be awarded the Health & Safety in the Workplace LEVEL3 certificate valid for 3 years.

Accreditation is provided by Omni Training Group Ltd. The training is quality assured by ProTrainings Accreditation Scheme.

• Health & Safety Level4
• IOSH
• NEBOSH
• Mandatory re-qualification training every three years by re-taking this 2 day course

Price per "Person" At your venue:

Price per "Group" At your venue:

£POA

Further Infomation

Duration: 3 day (18 hours). 1day pre-coursework and 2 day classroom

Group Size: Up to 16 Candidates per 1 Trainer/Assessor

Assessment Method: Activities, theoretical & practical assessments

Pre-requisite: MINIMUM age of 16 years. Able to complete all requirements. Good understanding of English language