Construction Safety

Hazards such as measures and legal requirements in relation to the construction industry.

Course Aims

To provide participants with a greater awareness and understanding of the legislation and hazards associated with the construction industry and the typical control measures adopted

Learning Objectives / Course Outline

Successful candidates should have the knowledge and understanding of:

• The significant legislation and how that affects the activities of the business
• The needs for, and factors involved in, the provision and maintenance of 'safe places of work relating to the construction industry'
• Recognise the significant hazards associated with construction activities and the implementation of safe systems of work
• Understand the requirements for working safely 

Outline Programme

•  Legislation: The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974
•  Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations
•  Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007
•  Working at Height
•  Excavations
•  Method Statements
•  Permits to Work
•  Lifting Operations
•  Protection of the Public
•  Electrical Hazards
•  Fire at Work
• Mobile Equipment on Construction Sites

Course Duration

1 day.

Certification

Certificate of attendance.

Course Fees

Open courses are £80 plus VAT but inclusive of exam fees/papers/books. Payable before attendance. Prices will be quoted on an in-house course.

Availability and Venues

This course is available via our Open Course Dates booking system at a range of venues and also in-house.