Health and Safety Course

Health and Safety Training CoursesThe Basic Health and Safety CourseA 6 hour course covering the basics relating to Health and Safety legislation and is suitable for all staff of premises who are concerned or affected by Health and Safety. Candidates who successfully complete a multiple-choice questionnaire are awarded the Basic Health and Safety Certificate.
The Intermediate Health and Safety for Supervisors A new course designed for those in the workplace who have responsibility in Health and Safety beyond personal safety. It lasts 18 hours and will develop key areas of health and safety practice and provide an introduction to Health and Safety management techniques.
The Advanced Health and Safety Certificate A 30 - 40 hour training course for those whose job entails managing Health and Safety within the workplace. Apart from a 3 hour written examination candidates must also complete two assignments and those who achieve the required mark will be awarded the advanced Health and Safety Certificate.
Risk AssessmentPrinciples and Practice Certificate This new course has been designed for those employees who are required to carry out risk assessments as part of their duties under current Health and Safety law. It can be completed in one day, however candidates are required to carry out Health and Safety Risk Assessment on their own premises within a six week period. On successful completion of the course candidates will be awarded a nationally recognised certificate in risk assessment.
Manual Handling A a 3 hour module designed to give a practical view of manual handling activities in the workplace. It can be added on to the Basic Health and Safety Course or it may be offered as a stand-alone course.
COSHH This is a new module to cover the requirements of COSHH regulations. It may be added onto the Basic Health and Safety Course.
Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Group Training Certificate This can be customised for your own business. The aim is to cover the basic skills involved in the delivery of training to groups. Candidates participate in the skills sessions and are required to plan and deliver effective courses such as the Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and the Basic Health and Safety.
Stress Awareness Course A half day course designed to raise the level of awareness of the causes of stress. Candidates carry out a stress self assessment exercise as part of the course.
How to Book a CourseAll courses can be held "in house- or local venues at times to suit and to fit in with shifts, evening and weekend working. The costs of the courses will vary with the level of training required and discounts are available where a large number of candidates require training. Course can also be held at weekends and evenings.
Who to ContactEnvironmental HealthTrafford CouncilTrafford Town HallTalbot RoadStretfordM32 0YJ
Email: environmental.health@trafford.gov.uk