IOSH Safety, Health & Environment for Construction Workers (1 Day)
Duration
One day.
Overview
IOSH’s globally-delivered, one-day, face-to-face Safety, Health and Environment for Construction Workers course provides essential knowledge for anyone who is involved in construction activities. It is suitable for any geographical location and for any size of organisation.
Who Should Attend
This course is very much focused on helping delegates to understand what they need to know, and how they can benefit from working in a healthier and safer way. The course provides workers with the knowledge that they will be able to use in their day-to-day roles. The course can be customised to suit either a cohort of workers from a single company or construction workers from a range of organisations.
Course Objectives
Health and safety issues to be managed in the construction industry to protect employees, contractors, neighbours and others
The basics of local law
The importance of risk assessments and method statements and the development process.
Site requirements for the welfare of construction workers on site
Hazards and controls associated with construction sites and activities including working at height and confined spaces
Site environmental management including management of waste and ecology.
Benefits to Business
Globally-recognised and respected certificated training for their workers.
• Peace of mind offered by training that’s designed and quality-assured by the Chartered body for safety and health professionals
• A course that can be delivered in time-slots that suit the business
• Fewer hours lost due to sickness and accidents, resulting in greater productivity
• Improved, company-wide safety awareness culture and appreciation for safety measures
• Proactive staff involvement to improve the workplace
• Enhanced reputation within the supply chain.
Benefits to Individuals
This course has been approved by CITB and Build UK, which means our courses are aligned to the Build UK Training Standard and employers can access the CITB levy.
CSCS approval means that the course will equip delegates with the knowledge and skills required to be eligible to apply for the Green Labourer card - allowing them to work on construction sites in entry-level positions.
On Completion
Upon completing the course, learners will receive an IOSH Accredited certificate.