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Construction Safety Course

FREE PDF Certificate | Audio Visual Learning | 10 CPD Points | Tutor Support | 1 Year Access


Janets

Summary

Price
£15 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
5 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
1 year
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

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Each session in this course is thorough and easy-to-understand. The extensive course materials of Construction Safety are accessible at any time and from any location, allowing you to study at your own speed in the comfort of your own home. Throughout the course, you will receive tutor support, and our helpful customer service is available around-the-clock to help you with any problems you might face while studying the Construction Safety.

What You Get Out Of Studying With Janets

  • Free PDF certificate upon successful completion of the course
  • Full one-year access to course materials
  • Instant assessment results
  • Full tutor support available from Monday to Friday
  • Study the course at your own pace
  • Accessible, informative modules taught by expert instructors
  • Get 24/7 help or advice from our email and live chat teams with the training
  • Study at your own time through your computer, tablet or mobile device
  • Improve your chance of gaining valuable skills by completing the course

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CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Description

The course is delivered through Janets’ online learning platform. The Construction Safety has no formal teaching deadlines, meaning you are free to complete the course at your own pace.

Course Modules

Module 1: Managing Health and Safety

  • Core Elements of Health and Safety Protocols
  • Legal Duties
  • Risk Profiling
  • Health and Safety Management Systems
  • Documentation
  • Attitudes and Behaviours
  • Factors to Consider Whilst Operating Busy Workforce
  • Leading and Managing for Health and Safety
  • Competence
  • Worker Consultation and Involvement
  • Delivering Effective Arrangements
  • Plan
  • Do
  • Check
  • Act

Module 2: Risk Assessment and Common Risks

  • Core Definitions
  • 5 Steps to Risk Assessment
  • Identifying Hazards
  • Deciding Who May Be Harmed
  • Evaluating Risks
  • Recording Findings
  • Reviewing and Revising
  • Who Should Carry Out Risk Assessments?
  • Most Common Risks at Work

Module 3: Health and Safety at Work and the Laws

  • The Costs and Dangers of Poor Health and Safety
  • Benefits of Good Health and Safety
  • Health and Safety Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Civil law - Compensation Claims
  • Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HSWA)
  • Overlap of Duties of Some Legislation
  • Penalties and Enforcement
  • Improvement and Prohibition Notices
  • The Employer’s Responsibilities
  • The Employee’s Responsibilities and Duties

Module 4: Reporting Accidents at Work

  • RIDDOR
  • Definitions
  • What Must be Reported?
  • Types of Reportable Injury
  • Recording Requirements
  • First Aid at Work (requirements)
  • Work-related Diseases

Module 5: General Site Issues

  • Introduction
  • Safe Workplace
  • General Hazards and Controls
  • Protection Against Falls
  • Protection Against Falling Objects
  • Vehicles and Traffic Routes
  • Noise
  • Site controls
  • Site Planning
  • Site Security
  • Provision of Welfare Facilities

Module 6: Working at Height

  • Introduction
  • The Work at Height Regulations 2004 (WAHR)
  • Construction Hazards and Controls from Working at Height
  • Safe Place of Work
  • Typical Work Activities and Injuries Associated with Falls from Height
  • Working over Water
  • The Effect of Deteriorating Materials and Weather
  • Working above Ground or Where There is a Risk of Falling
  • Hazards and Controls Associated with Working at Height
  • Access Equipment
  • Roof Work
  • Protection of Other Persons

Module 7: Excavation Work and Confined spaces

  • Introduction
  • Excavations – Hazards and Control
  • Hazards
  • Planning the Work
  • Risk Assessment
  • Precautions and Controls
  • Inspection Requirements
  • Confined Spaces
  • Definition of a Confined Space
  • Hazards
  • Precautions and Controls
  • Emergency Arrangements

Module 8: Work Equipments

  • Introduction
  • Use and Maintenance of Equipment with Specific Risks
  • Information, Instruction and Training
  • Operation and working environment
  • Hand-held Tools
  • Mechanical Machinery Hazards
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Why is PPE important?
  • Selection and use
  • Maintenance
  • Types of PPE you can use

Module 9: Manual and Mechanical Handling

  • Introduction
  • Manual Handling Hazards and Injuries
  • Injuries Caused by Manual Handling
  • Manual Handling Risk Assessments
  • Hierarchy of Measures for Manual Handling Operations
  • Manual Handling Assessments
  • Reducing the Risk of Injury
  • Manual Handling Training
  • Types of Mechanical Handling and Lifting Equipment
  • Conveyors and Elevators
  • Fork-lift Trucks

Module 10: Chemical and Biological Health Hazards and Control

  • Introduction
  • Forms of Chemical Agent
  • Forms of Biological Agent
  • Classification of Hazardous Substances and their Associated Health Risks
  • Health Hazards of Specific Agents
  • Control of Asbestos
  • Environmental Considerations

Module 11: - Electrical Hazards and Control

  • Introduction
  • Electrical Hazards and Injuries
  • Electric Shock and Burns
  • Treatment of Electric Shock and Burns
  • General Control Measures for Electrical Hazards
  • Electrical Maintenance
  • Identifying and Preventing Electrical Hazards
  • Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)

Module 12: - Fire Hazards and Control

  • Introduction
  • Basic Principles of Fire
  • Sources of Ignition
  • Source of Fuel
  • Oxygen
  • Methods of Extinction
  • Common Causes of Fire and Consequences
  • Causes
  • Consequences
  • General Fire Safety Hazards
  • Fire Alarm and Firefighting Equipment
  • Evacuation of a Workplace
  • Summary

Method of Assessment

To successfully complete the course, students will have to take an automated multiple-choice exam. This exam will be online and you will need to score 60% or above to pass the course.

After successfully passing the course exam, you will be able to apply for a certificate as proof of your expertise.

Certification

All students who successfully complete the course can instantly download their free e-certificate. You can also purchase a hard copy of the certificate, which will be delivered by post for £9.99.

Who is this course for?

Thecourse is ideal for those who are interested or already working in this sector.

Requirements

No prior qualifications are needed for Learners to enrol on this course.

Career path

This Construction Safety course will assist you to get your desired job in the relevant field. The course will also progress your career, regardless of your present job status.

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