Health and Safety for Construction Project Managers
Course Objectives
This programme is designed specifically for Project Managers in the Construction industry. The construction industry has a poor Health & Safety record and this programme examines the methods by which Managers of construction projects can effect improvement of Health & Safety on their site through an understanding and practical implementation of H&S management techniques.
UK and R.O.I. Health & Safety laws are covered, together with an overview of international laws and attitudes towards H&S.
The UK's CDM Regulations are covered in brief, together with an insight into the responsibilities of the Employee, Employer and Dutyholders. A guideline and exercise for practical Risk Assessment is also included in the afternoon session.
Contents
- UK and R.O.I. Legislation overview
- Duties and Responsibilities
- Employer
- Employee
- Construction Health & Safety - some statistics
- Safety hazards
- Health hazards
- CDM regulations
- Dutyholder responsibilities
- Assessing competence
- Risk Assessment and method statements
Who should attend
This course is designed specifically for Project Managers and Site Managers in the construction industry.
Course benefits
This course is especially suitable for all those involved in any construction project. Delegates will benefit from being given a clear understanding of what their duties and obligations are in relation to good health & safety practice in a construction project.
Additional information
We use a combination of scenarios and practical work to enthuse and inform our delegates. Cosensa trainers are chosen for their practical experience gained in real life situations and for their ability to inspire delegates.
Certificates
All delegates who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate of attendance.
Trainers background
The trainer for this course has extensive experience in design and delivery of health & safety training programmes. They are qualified by NEBOSH (National Examination Board for Occupational Safety & Health) and Associate member of IOSH (Institute of Occupational Safety & Health) and is a member of the Chartered Management Institute and the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management and the Association for Project Safety.
