Health & Safety Essentials

The Health and Safety Essentials Course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of workplace health and safety, equipping learners with the knowledge and skills needed to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement effective safety measures. It goes beyond basic awareness by offering practical guidance on legal responsibilities, emergency response, and the creation of a strong safety culture. Workplace accidents and illnesses can have severe consequences for individuals and businesses. A proactive approach to health and safety helps prevent injuries, reduces absenteeism, improves productivity, and ensures compliance with legal regulations. This course empowers both employees and employers to take an active role in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.

Overview

By the end of the course, learners will:

• Understand legal responsibilities related to workplace health and safety, including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, COSHH, RIDDOR, and other key regulations.
• Identify common workplace hazards and evaluate the risks associated with them.
• Conduct and participate in risk assessments to reduce workplace dangers effectively.
• Apply safe working practices, including proper manual handling, safe equipment use, and good housekeeping.
• Follow emergency procedures for fire safety, first aid, and incident reporting.
• Use and maintain Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) correctly to minimise risks.
• Recognise the impact of mental health on workplace safety and implement strategies to reduce stress and fatigue.
• Promote a positive safety culture, encouraging responsibility and proactive safety management.

Duration

Online 1 - 2 Hours

Learning Aims & Outcome

This can include a variety of tasks, such as:

• Why Health and Safety is Important in the Workplace
• Protecting Employees from Harm
• Legal Compliance and Employer Responsibilities
• Reducing Costs and Business Risks
• Creating a Positive Work Environment
• Employer and Employee Responsibilities
• Consequences of Poor Health and Safety
• Recognising and Reporting Hazards
• Safe Working Practices
• Employer’s Role in Promoting Safe Working
• Housekeeping and Keeping Workspaces Safe
• Fire Safety (Fire Hazards, Emergency Exits, Extinguisher Types

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.