431 Health & Safety At Work courses in Cardiff delivered Online

In the UK there are approximately 144 fatalities in the workplace and around 621,000 non-fatal injuries every year. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) plays a vital role in managing Health & Safety risks. However, historical data shows many workers suffering injury were not wearing this clothing. This course will show how wearing PPE plays a crucial role in preventing and reducing fatalities, injuries and diseases that would otherwise occur in the workplace. It includes details of a wide range of PPE options, examines the legislation and regulations that govern the responsibilities of employers, employees and suppliers, and provides a real-life case study showing the law in action. The course will also cover risk assessment and the role it plays in the selection and use of PPE along with discussing other hazard control measures that can be implemented. Finally, the course will move on to how to use, fit and wear PPE and understand its physical and theoretical limitation

There is a common misconception that sharps injuries are only of concern to medical and care staff. However it is not uncommon for people in other industries such as waste disposal to come into contact with used sharps. In this course we'll start by looking at some statistics relating to discarded needles, then define 'sharps' and look at the different types that can be found in 'sharps litter', ranging from needles, syringes and scalpel blades to broken glass, knives, scissors and nails. It then covers the primary and secondary risks from sharps. It'll look at the responsibilities of employers and how they must use risk assessment to ensure workers safety, as much as possible. Then, the course will take a detailed look at Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, HIV and Tetanus There'll be a section on the Chain of Infection, helping you to understand how an infection gets passed on, and what steps can be taken to break the chain and stop the process. It'll look at the probability of picking up an infection from a needlestick injury, and the factors that can affect this. It's important to always handle discarded sharps safely so the course will take you through the equipment you need, including litter pickers, forceps, disinfectant sprays and gloves, along with the correct techniques you should employ to avoid injury. This subject will be further expanded on by detailing the correct sharps handling procedures, including how to dispose of discarded sharps safely, how to remove disposable gloves to minimise cross-contamination, and correct hand washing procedures. Finally, it'll cover how to report discarded sharps and the correct procedures to follow if you're unlucky enough to receive a sharps injury.

Every day, thousands of people are exposed to situations where they are left alone in work premises, when visiting members of the public during their working day, or working from home. There are many risks associated with working in isolation, without the support of colleagues. These risks can include accidents and violence. This course acts as an introduction to personal safety for lone workers and applies to those that work alone within business premises, mobile workers and homeworkers. It covers the legal responsibilities of both employers and employees, some of the common security precautions that can be implemented, practical steps you can take to avoid conflict in lone worker situations and other elements that can contribute to lone worker safe

Electricity is the lifeblood of modern society, it enhances our quality of life and we are becoming increasingly reliant on it to power tools and devices we use for work and entertainment. However, although electricity has many benefits it can also be a hidden killer as it can’t be seen, felt, smelled or heard until someone comes into contact with it. This course will start by covering the many benefits electricity brings to society, as well as its key components voltage, current and resistance. It will explain the two main types of electricity, cover UK accident and death statistics, and describe a simple way of remembering the electrical hazards. It then goes on to provide basic instructions about how you could safely help someone you suspect has received an electric shock. Towards the end of the course it includes an overview of the main standards, guidance and legislation that control the use of electricity in the workplace, and finish off by looking at simple maintenance plans and portable appliance testing including who within an organisation would be best to carry out the various checks.

Our display screen equipment courses are aimed at users of display screen equipment (DSE) and those responsible for assessing display screen equipment. A ‘user’, is anyone who regularly uses display screen equipment for a significant part of their normal work. In practice, if you use display screen equipment continuously for more than one hour a day, then you’re a ‘user’. So what do we mean by display screen equipment? The first thing most people think of is a computer monitor. But that’s not the only thing it refers to Display screen equipment could also mean laptops, tablet PCs, televisions, smartphones, CNC control pads, portable diagnostic screens or equipment containing cathode ray tubes, or CRTs. The Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations contain special directives covering DSE safety. Both employers and employee‐users have responsibilities under the legislation. This course fulfils your statutory training obligations and covers among other things,,, the correct way to set up and use your display screen equipment safely. Reducing the risk of work related conditions.

This course defines behavioural safety and explains the origins of the concept. It covers how it can be implemented in the workplace and some of the potential benefits. It includes analysis of some examples of 'at risk behaviours' and some examples of ways you can measure how well your organisation is doing when it comes to safety. Finally it touches on some of the key laws regarding health and safety in the workplace and how to ensure positive workforce attitudes.

Training your employees with our online system will go a long way to give them greater awareness of the dangers that poor food safety standards pose, as well as covering how food safety risks actually arise and how to control and prevent them.

This Health and Safety Level 3 course is essential for anybody working in a Supervisory or Management role in any sector. Also, if you are wanting to make Health and Safety your chosen career, this IIRSM and CPD accredited course is the ideal starting point on your journey to IOSH and Nebosh qualifications. The course is also ideal for people running their own business and wanting to operate legally and safely.

Individual Safety Certification Individual wellbeing is something that everybody needs to zero in on in all aspects of their life. This is valid in both your own life and your expert life. Occurrences of work environment animosity and viciousness are on the ascent, making it critical to realize how to secure yourself. Furthermore, there are a developing number of representatives who work in far off areas or all alone. Guarding everybody from likely dangers and risks while working in such a climate is a commitment with respect to the two businesses and representatives. This course expounds in regards to individual security, with an accentuation on close to home wellbeing while at work. We start by giving you a concise prologue to the point, remembering a definition and lawful commitments for the space of wellbeing and security. Then, we proceed onward to discuss individual security in accordance with the individuals who work alone, regardless of whether it is in an office or retail setting or in the event that it includes working distantly from home. The course additionally surveys approaches to remain safe while going on business, including why you should check in with your home office every day. At long last, we talk about how to remain safe when functioning at off-site areas. You Will Learn: The meaning of individual wellbeing, as settled upon by UK specialists The lawful commitments set on the two businesses and representatives to make and keep up safe workspaces The best prudent steps to take when you are dealing with your own or at another site Instructions to remain safe while out and about Significant systems you should know when self-managing emergency treatment Advantages of Taking this Course Feeling more certain when working alone or in new circumstances Seeing how to survey work environment circumstances for dangers and risks Figuring out how to advance mindfulness about close to home wellbeing for representatives in an assortment of work environment areas Having the option to show yourself or your staff how to remain safe while away on business

Introduction: Full knowledge of all aspects of 'working at height' is vital for both employers and employees in the relevant industries in order to maintain a safe, productive and legal business. This course provides a comprehensive insight into every aspect of 'working at height', how to do it properly, the potential hazards involved and how you can keep your company and workers safe. From discussing the different industries involved to highlighting the dangers and explaining the safety and legal measures needed, this course covers every aspect that everyone involved with 'working at height' needs to know.   You Will Learn The basic definition and history of 'working at height' The different industries and jobs that involve 'working at height' All the hazards and safety risks involved Prevention and safety measures needed The legal and regulatory obligations for anybody involved with 'working at height' Benefits of Taking This Course You will be able to determine the safety risks in your work environment You will be able to identify and eliminate any potentially life-threatening hazards You will understand the legal requirements of 'working at height' and provide advice in your work environment You will understand the regulations which govern 'working at height' and provide invaluable advice in your workplace You will be able to perform a basic safety inspection and write up a safety report Course Modules: Module 01: Introduction and History Module 02: Jobs Involving Working at Height Module 03: Hazards and Risks Module 04: Prevention and Safety Module 05: Regulations and Legalities