The role of the Health and Safety Representative
Course Objectives
This one day programme will provide delegates with an understanding of the benefits of well run
safety committees and properly motivated Safety Representatives.
Contents
- The Principles of Accident Prevention
- The current Legal Requirements
- Consultation & Involving Employees
- Workplace Hazards and Risks
- The functions of Employee/Safety Representatives and Techniques for Monitoring Safety Performance
- The role of the Safety Committee
- Accident Investigation/RIDDOR
Who should attend
Health and Safety Representatives, employee representatives and their managers and Safety
committee members.
Course benefits
On completion of the course delegates will be able to:
- Explain the function of Health & Safety representatives
- Explain how a safety committee works and who should be involved
- Outline the processes of accident investigation and workplace
- Outline the main legal requirements for health and safety
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.
