Safety & Healthcare at Work

Course Objectives

• Obtain a comprehensive understanding of the concepts of Health and Safety

• Become familiar with the core Health & Safety Legislation

• Promote safe working practices

• Understand the importance of hazard identification

• Understand the importance of risk assessment and the appropriate control measures

• Understand the principles of Health & Safety Management

• Recognise the legal, financial and moral consequences of poor Health and Safety practices
  
  

Assessment Structure

• Assignments x2 (60%)

• Theory Based Examination (40%)
  
  

Entry Requirements

• National Vocational Certificate Level 4
  Or

• Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and work experiences

Course Syllabus

• Health & Safety Legislation (Common and Statute)

• The Health and Safety Authority

• The Safety Statement/Safety Manual

• Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment & Control Measures

• Health and Safety Management

• Accidents in the Workplace

• Accident Investigation & Reporting

• Consultation Process in the Workplace

• Manual Handling and Ergonomics

• Fire Safety

• Emergency Evacuation Procedures

• Workplace Machinery

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Safe use and Handling of Chemicals

• Safety Signage

• Safety Audits and Inspections

• Environmental Factors

• Health Promotion