Health and Safety Awareness

The Health and Safety Awareness Course is designed to provide learners with a fundamental understanding of workplace health and safety. Whether you are a new employee, an apprentice, or simply looking to refresh your knowledge, this course will equip you with the essential awareness needed to work safely and contribute to a secure working environment.

Overview

By the end of the course, learners will:

• Understand the importance of workplace health and safety and how it affects individuals, organisations, and society.
• Recognise common workplace hazards and the potential consequences of unsafe practices.
• Gain a basic understanding of UK health and safety legislation, including employer and employee responsibilities.
• Learn about risk assessments and why they are essential in preventing accidents and injuries.
• Be aware of workplace safety procedures, including the correct use of equipment, housekeeping, and fire safety measures.
• Understand the role of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and when it is required.
• Know how to respond to emergencies, incidents, and accidents, including reporting procedures and first aid basics.
• Appreciate the link between health, wellbeing, and workplace safety, including mental health considerations.

Duration

Online 1 - 2 Hours

Learning Aims & Outcome

This can include a variety of tasks, such as:

• Introduction to Health and Safety
• Common Workplace Hazards
• Risk Assessment Basics
• Workplace Safety Procedures
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Workplace Emergency Procedures
• Health and Wellbeing at Work
• Course Summary and Assessment

Value of Course

Developed by Professionals

This course is CPD Certified

Assesment

The online assessment is taken on completion of the training material. You will be asked 20 multiple choice questions with a pass mark of 100%. The answers are marked automatically so you will instantly know whether you have passed. If you don’t pass don’t worry! You can take the test as many times as you need with no extra charge.