• Be familiar with the core health and safety legislation and the role of the Health and Safety Authority.
• Describe the role of the Health and Safety Authority.
• Understand the importance of the safety statement, hazard identification and risk assessment.
• Describe the role, the rights and function of the safety representative.
• Describe the consultative process to promote health and safety in the workplace within the company
• Understand the concepts of the promotion of safety, health and welfare in the workplace.
• Describe the importance of routine workplace inspections
• Outline the factors of accidents causation, describe prevention strategies and policies.
• Investigate accidents and recommend preventative measures
• Identify hazards and assess the risks associated with common workplace hazards
• Understand the consultative and communications process and effective participation in meetings.
• Source information relevant to the Safety Representative

• Health and Safety Legislation
• The Role and Function of the Health and Safety Authority
• Role and Rights of Safety Representatives
• Effective Communication and Meeting Participation
• Safety Management Systems and Safety Statement
• Active Monitoring and Reactive Monitoring
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
• Workplace Hazards
• Accident Causation and Prevention Strategies
• Health and Safety Promotion in the Workplace
• Action Planning
• Information Sources

The course will incorporate a wide range of interactive training tools including games, ice breakers and visual presentations. Group work, syndicate exercises, individual tasks, problem based learning, case studies and questionnaires to reinforce key messages, with a strong emphasis on practical application throughout.

Mileage @ €0.50 per km and accommodation @ €100 per night may be charged for courses.

English is the language in which training is delivered and participants must have a good command of the English language. If participants wish to bring an interpreter they may do so but prior notice must be given to Anderco.

For anyone fulfilling the role of Safety Representative or appointed as Safety Representative in the workplace and who has responsibility for fostering proactive communication between management and employees on health and safety issues.

None

Certificate of attendance.

Please let us know if participants have any specific learner requirements.