HABC Level 2 Health & Safety in the Workplace

This course has been designed to ensure that all employees are aware of their own safety and the safety of customers, contractors and the public. It is applicable in any workplace and the training can be adapted to meet specific needs.

This course enables attendees to understand the principles of Health and Safety, contribute to any Health and Safety Management system, develop an understanding of the responsibilities placed on employers and employees, develop an understanding of hazard, risk and the main causes of harm to workers, acknowledge the importance of following systems, procedures and rules and understand how individual action can reduce risks to health and safety

Equipment: No equipment is necessary for you to bring to the course. Pens and note paper will be available.

Lunch provided: Lunch and refreshments will be provided throughout the day.

Please note that it is a requirement of the HABC, the awarding body, that we need to see photographic proof of identity of each candidate before they can be entered into the exam, for example, passport, driving licence, student union card or work pass.

Course Content

Legislation

Health

Safety

Welfare

The workplace and workplace equipment

Risk assessment

Manual Handling

Hazardous substances

Ergonomics and work station design

Transport and vehicles

Noise and vibration

Subject to passing a 20 question multiple choice exam paper delegates will gain the HIGHFIELD AWARDING BODY FOR COMPLIANCE Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace. It is recommended that this qualification is refreshed every 3 years.

You will be given a HABC Health and Safety manual to take away and keep after the course for future reference.

Course costs range from £91.80 – £102.60 per person. For more details please contact us at carrowbreck@southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk or on 01603 788950.

Link to book – www.southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk/training