Slips Trips and Falls Awareness
The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 (HSW Act) requires employers to ensure the health and safety of all employees and anyone who may be affected by their work, so far as is reasonably practicable. This includes taking steps to control slip and trip risks.
Description
37% of all reported workplace injuries occur as a result of a slip, trip or fall. Falls from height can be incredibly dangerous and are the leading cause of workplace fatalities. Ensure the safety of your staff and don't lose money paying for sick days or worse, death in service, caused by a slip, trip or fall.
The aim of this course is to greater increase your knowledge of slips, trips and fall and preventing them, as well as the relevant legislation.
The key points covered in this course are:
- Prevention
- Causes
- Legislation
- Risk assessment
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Know why it is important to prevent slips, trips and falls in the workplace
- Understand what can cause slips, trips and falls from a height
- Be familiar with legislation relating to slips, trips and falls
- Understand the role of risk assessment in preventing workplace slips, trips and falls
- Know what can be done to prevent slips, trips and falls
- Be aware of your role in preventing slips, trips and falls