For Whom the Course is intended:
All levels of site supervision, from the beginner to the experienced who are managing operatives and sub-contractors on site.
Objectives:
- Understand the Supervisors key role for implementing and monitoring health and safety in the workplace.
- Understand the principals of risk assessment and the purpose of safety method statements for dealing with high-risk activities.
- Appreciate the role of the H.S.E.
- Understand the purpose of the safety inspections and methods of recording.
- The Supervisor’s role with regard to the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations and liaising with other “duty holders”
- Understand the Work at Height Regulations and the hierarchy of selection of work equipment for work at height
- Understand what is ‘suitably approved’ and ‘suitable for task’ Personal Protective Equipment