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Health and safety level 2 course introduction
A Level 2 Health and Safety course is
designed to provide employees with the fundamental knowledge needed to maintain a safe working environment. This training is relevant to workers across all industries and is suitable for new employees, those needing a refresher, or individuals in low to medium-risk environments.
Why this course is important
- Legal compliance: The course helps employers fulfill their legal obligation to provide sufficient and appropriate health and safety training for their staff under legislation like the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
- Accident prevention: A primary goal is to increase employee awareness to prevent workplace accidents and injuries, most of which are caused by a lack of knowledge or carelessness.
- Positive safety culture: By completing the course, employees contribute to a proactive safety culture within their organisation, where safe and healthy working practices become second nature to everyone.
- Risk management: It provides a foundational understanding of the risk assessment process, enabling employees to recognise and control common workplace hazards effectively.
Learning objectives
Upon completion of the course, you will be able to:
- Understand the legal responsibilities of both employers and employees for health and safety.
- Identify and control risks from common workplace hazards, such as slips, trips, fire, and electrical dangers.
- Explain the importance and basic process of conducting a risk assessment.
- Know the proper procedures for manual handling and working with hazardous substances (COSHH).
- Understand the procedures for responding to and reporting accidents and incidents.
This training is an investment in the well-being of the workforce and the financial health of the business. It equips all employees with the practical knowledge to protect themselves and their colleagues from harm
Course Content
Course Content
Workplace health and welfare
Accidents and incidents
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