Health & Safety

Changes in legislation over the past 2 years have placed greater onus and accountability on all employers and particularly anyone with supervisory responsibility in the food business. It is therefore vital that all supervisory staff are equipped with both the knowledge and confidence to do their job effectively and that all staff working for them are sufficiently aware of their own responsibilities and are well trained to meet those requirements.

Thorough and correct induction of new employees into an organisation, such that they can work effectively and safely is becoming ever more vital for all employers, in particular where language may present an extra barrier.

For food hygiene, the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health, (CIEH), has introduced a series of sector-specific Awards at Levels 1, 2 and 3. The individual awards are listed separately below but are described jointly for each separate level under the general title of "Awards in Food Safety"

Courses Available
 

Certificate in Health & Safety in the Workplace - 3681 Awarding body: The City and Guilds of London Institute		See "Course Descriptions" below
CIEH Level 1 Award in Food Safety Awareness in Catering CIEH Level 1 Award in Induction into Food Safety for Manufacturing CIEH Level 1 Award in Food Safety Awareness for Retail		For description, click here
CIEH Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering (Old Foundational) CIEH Level 2Award in Food Safety in Manufacturing CIEH Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Retail		For description, click here
CIEH Level 3 Award in Implementing Food Safety Management Procedures		For description, click here
CIEH Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety in Catering CIEH Level 3 Award in Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision for Manufacturing CIEH Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision for Retail		For description, click here
CIEH Level 3 Award in Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points for Food Manufacturing		For description, click here

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Course Descriptions

Health & Safety in the Workplace

WHO IS IT FOR? This qualification is designed for all staff in all sectors of industry and commerce. It is ideal for all organisations who wish to comply with current legislative requirements and work to national standards for health and safety and to raise awareness of health and safety issues among their employees.

BENEFITS TO EMPLOYERS: The course:

• Assists the organisation to comply with current legislative requirements
• Is highly relevant and cost-efficient as it relates directly to the organisation's own health and safety and work procedures
• Develops practical ideas for improvements in health and/or safety provision
• Saves money as it is undertaken at the place of work andIs undertaken with minimal disruption to work activities
• Reduces accidents by reinforcing and improving awareness of hazards and attitudes to workplace health and safety

BENEFITS TO PARTICIPANTS: The course provide you with:

• Awareness and understanding of your legal responsibilities for health and safety at work
• A qualification which is yours and yours alone, which is recognised internationally
• A qualification gained at your place of work - no requirement to attend a training establishment
• A basis from which you can move on to further develop yourself

AIMS OF THE COURSE
The course aims to provide all employees with knowledge and understanding of health and safety legislation and of workplace issues which will enable them to contribute to any health and safety management system.

In particular, the programme will enable the participants to:

• Work in a safe and healthy manner and contribute to improving health and safety within an organisation's policy.
• Identify "key" hazards in their workplace.
• Understand the importance of the health and safety legislation and working procedures.
• Report potential health and safety problems
• Be responsible for their own actions at work

COURSE CONTENT
The course consists of a series of texts covering the range of health and safety requirements, from Accidents through to Waste Disposal regulations, covering legislation, fire, chemical risks, manual and mechanical handling, risk assessment, using PPE, accident prevention, monitoring and reporting.

Each section contains a series of prepared questions for the learner to test his/her knowledge and understanding. A series of mini projects are also included to help with understanding of the practical aspects of the subject. Formal witness testimonies are also required to confirm that the participant is working in line with the relevant regulations.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: There are no restrictions to undertaking this course.

QUALIFICATIONS GAINED: City and Guilds Certificate Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (3681)

COURSE ASSESSMENT
Successful completion a 40 question multiple-choice test, a portfolio of written answers and the series of practical assessments and mini-projects.

FURTHER INFORMATION
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