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MIT Skills e-Learning Packages
How It Works
Contact us and let us know which course you would like to access. Our account team will contact you to collect the payment for the training.
You’ll receive an e-mail soon after placing the order, containing a link to the E-Learning Portal with details of your Personal Login and Password.
Your E-Learning Login is valid up to 3 months from the time of order and can be used at any point.
Interactive Course
Each course includes a selection of interactive elements and mini quizzes to test the knowledge of the user throughout to keep their mind focussed on the subject.
The clear, concise and informative content is presented in an easy-to-understand way to ensure maximum content retention. Users will receive informative advice and guidance on the chosen subject and will be tested on their understanding of the subject at the end of the course by completing the compulsory self-test.
Minimum System Specifications
As with every computer based system, we have some minimum requirements to allow for optimum performance.
These specifications are as follows:
Users will need to use a PC and a web browser to access the system
The user’s PC should be running Windows XP, Vista or Windows 7
Only Internet Explorer is supported (Versions 7 +)
Although not essential, it is recommended that the user’s PC has audio to fully benefit from the multimedia course content.
The use of Apple Mac computers, thin-client terminals / mainframe workstations (Cytrix type set-up) or browsers other than Internet Explorer are not supported.
Abrasive Wheels Interactive
To provide delegates with an introduction of the essentials in using Abrasive Wheels safely.
Course Overview
This course provides delegates with the knowledge to:
- Define an abrasive wheel and its different types
- Appreciate the key characteristics of abrasive wheels
- Correctly mount and assemble abrasive wheels
- Inspect and test abrasive wheels before use
- Recognise common hazards associated with abrasive wheels
- Appropriate action when using abrasive wheels
Alcohol Licensing Law (Scotland)
To provide delegates with an understanding into the process of applying for a license to sell or supply alcohol and being a license holder.
Course Overview
This course provides delegates with the knowledge to:
- Understand the definition of ‘alcohol’
- Identify the five statutory objectives
- Recognise the types of businesses that need a licence and the types of licences that are granted
- Understand mandatory licensing conditions
- Identify the responsibilities of personal licence holders and premises managers
- Know how to amend and make changes to licenses
Anti-Money Laundering
At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- Understand what the Anti Money Laundering Regulations are
- Recognise the importance of conducting a risk assessment
- Understand policies, procedures and controls
- Adopt appropriate internal controls
- Identify Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs)
- Stay informed about relevant training
- Recognise the importance of keeping adequate records
Bribery Act
At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- Define bribery
- Identify the main offences that may be committed
- Recognise the key provisions of the UK Bribery Act and related legislation
- Identify who is a foreign public official and the offences that might arise
- Take appropriate action in different situations to ensure transparency and integrity
- State the likely penalties for breaches of anti-bribery law
CDM Regulations
At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- Identify what construction work is covered by CDM
- Identify the various duty holders under the CDM Regulations
- Recognise when F10 notifications are required
- Distinguish between the roles and responsibilities of duty holders under CDM
- Recognise measures that can promote safer construction work
- Explain what documentation is used and when, to promote safer construction
Communication
At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- Define Communication
- Sequence the key steps of the communication process
- Identify common barriers to effective communication
- Differentiate between effective and ineffective communication
- Appreciate the different methods of communication
- Recognise the importance of tailoring your communication to the receiver
- Take action to refine your message
- Distinguish between the 7Cs model to improve your communication
Confined Spaces
At the end of the course, delegates will:
- Define a confined space
- State the legal requirements
- Identify the key dangers and risks
- Take appropriate action to promote safe working in confined spaces
- Implement adequate and suitable emergency procedures before working in confined spaces
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health - COSHH Awareness
To provide delegates with an understanding of the risks to their health when dealing with hazardous substances.
Agenda
Defining COSHH
- What is COSHH and Who is Affected?
- Employers & Employees Responsibilities
- What is a Hazardous Substance?
- What is Covered by COSHH?
- Identifying hazards and assessing the risks
COSHH Assessment and Your Role
- Key Steps of a COSHH Assessment
- Safety Data Sheets and How They Help
- Hazard Symbols
- Exposure and control measures
Key Exposure Routes
- Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs)
- Preventing Exposure at Source
- Controlling Exposure and Control Measures
- Personal protective equipment
What Is Personal Protective Equipment?
- Types of PPE
- Using PPE
- OTHER FACTORS
Monitoring
- Health Surveillance
- Information, Training and Instruction
- Emergencies
Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR)
At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- Recognise what constitutes a dangerous substance and an explosive atmosphere
- Identify your own and your employer’s duties and responsibilities under DSEAR
- Recognise the risks associated with dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres
- Identify ways of reducing the risks
- Take appropriate action to maintain safety
- Put adequate plans in place to deal with accidents, incidents and emergencies
Driving Safety - EUROPE
To provide delegates with the knowledge required to undertake regular vehicle checks and how using a common sense approach along your journey will help you reach your destination safely.
Agenda
The Pick Up
- Time Pressure / Work Schedule
- Effects of Alcohol
- The Journey – Drive 1
Speed
- Distraction
- Daily Checks – POWDER
- Journey Planning
- The Journey – Changeover 1
Vehicle Security
- Vehicle Condition
- The Journey – Drive 2
Stress
- Mobile Phones
- Medical Conditions I
- Medical Conditions II
- Look out for Motorcycles
- The Journey – Changeover 2
Use of Signals
- Parking / Stopping in a Dangerous Position
- Loose Items in the Vehicle Cab
- The Journey – Drive 3
Keep your distance
- Bad weather driving
- Vehicle Dynamics and Skidding
- The Destination
State of Mind
- Non-Driving Responsibilities
- The Crash
Are you fit for the journey?
- Is your vehicle fit for the journey?
- The Court
Consequences – Moral
Consequences – Legal
The Conclusion
We must appreciate and take ownership of the responsibility we have for ensuring our own and others’ safety on the road.
Energy Efficiency Awareness - All Staff
To provide delegates with the knowledge required to help raise awareness of energy efficiency in the workplace.
We can all make a difference to energy consumption, if we take time to think about how we use it.
Agenda
Heating
- Take Control
- Myth Buster
- Efficiency
Lighting
- Switching Off
- Myth Buster
- Daylight & Task Lighting
- Reporting Problems
Equipment
- Turn it off
- Energy Saving Features & Powering Off
- Myth Buster
- Step it up
At Home
- Top Tips
- Myth Buster
Environmental Awareness - EUROPE
To provide delegates with knowledge of the key area’s affecting the environment, workplace related environmental issue’s and importance of environmental management.
Agenda
Welcome
- Overview of the course
- Course Objectives
Introduction to Environmental Awareness
- The importance of environmental management
- The “Best Practice” approach
- Your duties and legal obligations
Environmental Aspects
- What is environment
- Outcomes of not complying with the environment related legislation
- When is a hazard an environmental issue
Water
- The environmental issue of land-filling
- The importance of safe disposal of wastes
- The importance of minimisation of waste
Air
- Greenhouse gases
- Greenhouse effect
Environmental Issues
- Environmental issues effecting the environment
- Other areas of concern to the environment
Farm Safety
To provide delegates with the knowledge and awareness of safety that is required when working in agricultural environments, including typical hazards and health problems.
Agenda
Roles and Responsibilities
- Learn about employers, employees and farmers responsibilities, important personal protective equipment and how a risk assessments must be carried out
Typical Hazards
- Discover the nature of typical agricultural hazards including farm vehicles, machinery, livestock and working at height
Farm Scenarios
- Determine the risks associated with different aspects of a farm
Health Problems in Agriculture
- This section covers relevant health problems, COSHH and manual handling
Fire Warden
To provide delegates with the knowledge required to carry out daily duties as a Fire Warden, including risk assessments and emergency evacuation.
Agenda
Fire
- Introducing the basics – Learn what exactly is fire, classes of fire, the common causes of fire, fire safety risk assessment and fire equipment and measures
Role & Responsibilities
- This section will cover the role and responsibilities of a fire warden, fire marshals and proactive versus reactive
In a Fire Emergency
- Learn about emergency evacuation and managing people in an emergency
First Aid in the Workplace - Managers
This electronic course will provide delegates operating in a Managerial position with knowledge of the importance of first aid at work and the correct steps when responding to an accident or injury.
At the end of the course, trainees will:
- Appreciate the importance of first aid at work
- Recognise the legal obligations and minimum provisions with respect to first aid
- Recognise additional provisions that are required for high-risk workplaces
- Identify the correct steps when responding to an accident, incident or injury
- Take appropriate action in response to accidents and emergencies at work
Course Chapters
First Aid in the Workplace
- Discover the importance of First Aid, as well as First Aid Regulations and assessing the risks
First Aid Provisions
- Learn about contents of the First Aid Box, storing and maintaining the First Aid Box, First Aider training and additional provisions
Procedures in First Aid
- Assessing the situation, the recovery position, CPR and Abdominal thrusts
First Aid Scenarios
- Respiratory Emergency, choking, bleeding, burns, electric shock and other injuries
Food Safety Level 1
To provide delegates with an understanding of food hygiene, personal hygiene, food poisoning and food storage.
Agenda
Definition of food safety
Food Safety is a discipline describing the handling/preparation and storage of food in ways that prevent food borne illness
Personal Hygiene
- When & how to wash your hands
- Being aware of clothing and footwear in a food environment
Food Poisoning
- Food Poisoning Symptoms
- 3 Different Types of Bacteria
- 4 Key ingredients for bacteria to grow
Dealing with Food
- What is a high risk food?
- Safe food storage
- Standardised Cooking Process, Roasting, Boiling, Deep frying, Hot Holding, Freezing Food, Defrosting, Cooling, Reheating
Contamination
- Discuss cross contamination
- Types of Contamination
- Preventing cross contamination
- Pests
Health & Safety for Managers
To provide delegates with the knowledge required to reduce loss to the business through injuries, ill health and incidents of damage, and also to make a positive difference in the area that you and your staff work.
Agenda
Welcome
- Course outline
- Course objectives
Introduction to Health & Safety
- Explain the principles of effective Health & Safety management
- Reasons why managers should be aware of Health & Safety management
- Importance of the moral, legal and the economic aspects of Health and Safety management
Risk Management
- Introduction to risk management
- Health and Safety policy, procedures and records
- Risk assessment
- Competence
- Health and Safety advice
Accident Prevention
- Common types of accidents
- Causes of accidents
- Hidden costs of accidents
UK and European Law
- The Health and Safety at Work Act
- The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations
- Powers of HSE Inspectors
Monitoring and Review
- Generic Health and Safety management responsibilities
- Importance of safety meetings
- Importance of internal inspections
- Importance of the Health and Safety measurement and review
Induction Safety
This online course will provide delegates with knowledge on a range of safety procedures, including fire safety, PPE and safety monitoring.
Agenda
Introduction
- Why Induction Safety
- Applicable Legislation
- Safety Procedures
Safety at Work
- Hazards
- Safety Signs
- Safety at Work
Fire Safety
- What to do in the event of a fire
- Fire Safety Signs
PPE
- What is PPE?
- Different types of PPE
- Specific Legal Requirements
Safety Monitoring
- Welfare Measures
- Points to Remember
Legionella
This electronic course will provide delegates with the knowledge to identify the risks associated with Legionella and understand prevention and control measures.
Agenda
Legionnaire’s Disease
Define what Legionella is, what Legionnaire’s disease is and what areas of your workplace are at risk
Assessing the risk
Discover the requirements for a risk assessment, how to identify risks within your system and how to carry out record keeping
Prevention and control
Determine a workable course of action and preventative measures
Lone Working for Managers
This online course will provide delegates with the knowledge to identify the hazards related to lone working and the control measure available to minimise the risks.
Agenda
Introduction
- What is Lone Working?
- Employer obligations
- Employee responsibilities
Who Is a Lone Worker?
- Who is a Lone Worker?
- Types of Lone Working jobs
- Hazards that can be faced by Lone Workers
How Safe is Your Lone Worker?
- How Safe is Your Lone Worker?
- How to identify and evaluate a job for potential risks associated with it
- Potential hazards of a home working job
Office Safety
This electronic course will provide delegates with knowledge of Manual Handling, Fire Safety, Electrical Safety and Slips, Trips and Falls.
Agenda
Introduction
- What is Office Safety?
- Office Environment
- Things to Remember
Fire Safety
- Evacuation Procedures
- Fire Extinguishers
- Fire Safety Signs
- Good Housekeeping
Manual Handling
- Manual Handling Risks
- Manual Handling Process
- Do’s and Don’ts
Computer Safety
- Correct Posture
- Hazards and Risks
Slips , Trips & Falls
- Introduction
- The Slip
- The Trip
- The Fall
- Training
Electrical Awareness
- Electrical Awareness
- Electrical Hazards
Office Security
- What is Office Security?
Slips, Trips and Falls
To provide delegates with an awareness of the risks, hazards and staff responsibilities which can help to prevent injuries.
Agenda
Slips, Trips and Falls
- Identify slips, trips and falls, common injuries, the main causes and how to manage health and safety at work
Main Causes of Slips, Trips and Falls
- Learn about the causes of slips, trips and falls and how to identify hazards
Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls
- Discover how to avoid slips, trips and falls, employer and employee responsibilities and the importance of cleaning
Stress Awareness - Employees
To provide delegates with the knowledge to recognise the six key factors that affect work-related stress and identify ways to prevent work-related stress.
Agenda
Introduction
- What is work-related stress?
- How does work-related stress impact you?
Impact of Stress
- Mental Impact
- Physical Impact
Why Tackle Stress?
- Ethical Responsibility
- Legal Obligations
- Good Business Practices
How to Tackle Stress
- How to identify Stress Areas?
- How should an ideal work environment be?
What you can do
- How to identify Hazards
- Examining Personal Behaviours
- Reporting areas of concern
Working at Height
To provide delegates with an awareness of their responsibilities and how they can manage the risks to help avoid injury and damage.
Agenda
Working at Height
- Learn about the Work at Height Regulations, what counts as working at height, how to plan correctly and what the main hazards are.
Hierarchy of Control
- This section covers the Hierarchy of Control, collective and personal protection plus important “do’s and don’ts”
Type of Equipment
- Find out about the different types of equipment used when working at height
Workstation Setup Assessment
To provide delegates with the knowledge to ensure that their chairs, desks and posture are properly adjusted for comfort and convenience.
Agenda
Assessing your Workstation
Workspace
DSE Equipment
Posture & Breaks
Accident Reporting (RIDDOR)
To provide delegates with the knowledge of the different kinds of incidents which need to be reported at work, what procedures to follow, how to collect data and maintain proper RIDDOR records.
Course Overview
This course provides delegates with the knowledge to:
- Appreciate the purpose and relevance of RIDDOR
- Recognise the different reports that are required
- Explain recent changes and exemptions
- Identify the reporting requirements
- Explain the ways of making and amending reports
- Identify the guidelines for keeping records
Alcohol Licensing Law
To provide delegates with an understanding into the process of applying for a license to sell or supply alcohol and being a license holder.
Course Overview
This course provides delegates with the knowledge to:
- Identify the four statutory objectives which must be considered in respect of licenses
- Recognise the types of businesses that need a license and the types of licenses that are granted
- Recognise the mandatory licensing conditions
- Identify the responsibilities of personal license holders
- Amend and make changes to licenses
- Understand the licensing rules in respect of temporary events
Asbestos Awareness - Non UKATA
At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- Recognise the risks and hazards that come with different types of asbestos
- Understand the history of asbestos and the regulations
- Control measures: signs and symbols, registers and asbestos drawings
- Understand the importance of asbestos removal
- The importance of risk assessments
- Understand the emergency procedure
Bullying and Harassment
At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- Define bullying and harassment
- Identify what behaviours constitute bullying and harassment
- State what legislation underpins bullying and harassment
- Take appropriate action if you or your colleagues experience bullying or harassment at work
- Recognise the benefits of dealing with bullying and harassment promptly
- Adopt appropriate measures to reduce bullying and harassment at work
Change Management
At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- Define change management and recognise the benefits of managing change more effectively
- Identify your own strengths and weaknesses in managing change
- Distinguish between the three steps of Lewin’s Change Management model
- Recognise the steps in Kotter’s 8-step change management process
- Distinguish between the stages of the ADKAR model
- Take appropriate action to manage change more effectively
Conducting Appraisals
At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- Identify the action required to prepare for an appraisal, including selecting an appropriate and conducive environment
- Recognise the importance of making time for appraisals
- Correctly conduct an appraisal, identifying strengths, potential areas for improvement and appropriate training and development opportunities
- Recognise the importance of setting goals, including seeking agreement
- Take appropriate action after an appraisal in line with your organisation’s needs
Conflict Management
At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- Identify different types of conflict
- Recognise how and why conflict arises at work
- State the signs and symptoms of conflict
- State what conflict management is and why it’s important to act early
- Distinguish between the main stages of conflict
- Use different styles to deal with conflict
- State what legal and organisational requirements should be met
- Use appropriate strategies to successfully manage conflict at work
Customer Service Essentials
At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- Define customer service and identify the benefits
- Recognise the value of customer service for your organisation
- Identify ways of measuring customer satisfaction
- Appreciate the expectations of customers
- Identify the key elements of customer service
- Recognise and develop skills to deliver exceptional customer service
Display Screen Equipment - DSE
Agenda
Introduction
- The Office Revolution
Hazards & Risks
- Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Fatigue and Stress
- Eye and Eyesight effects
The Workstation
- Assessing and Adjusting your Workstation
- Additional Equipment
Working with portable DSE
- Introduction to Portable DSE
- Health & Safety Hazards
- And what you can do to avoid these hazards
Stretches
- In this section you will cover stretches that you can perform whilst at your workstation
Summary
This training course covers various important topics regarding display screen equipment (DSE) and how to adjust your workstation to suit you.
Driving Safety - UK
To provide delegates with the knowledge required to undertake regular vehicle checks and how using a common sense approach along your journey will help you reach your destination safely.
Agenda
The Pick Up
- Time Pressure / Work Schedule
- Effects of Alcohol
The Journey – Drive 1
- Speed
- Distraction
- Daily Checks – POWDER
- Journey Planning
The Journey – Changeover 1
- Vehicle Security
- Vehicle Condition
The Journey – Drive 2
- Stress
- Mobile Phones
- Medical Conditions I
- Medical Conditions II
- Look out for Motorcycles
The Journey – Changeover 2
- Use of Signals
- Parking / Stopping in a Dangerous Position
- Loose Items in the Vehicle Cab
The Journey – Drive 3
- Keep your distance
- Bad weather driving
- Vehicle Dynamics and Skidding
The Destination
- State of Mind
- Non-Driving Responsibilities
The Crash
- Are you fit for the journey?
- Is your vehicle fit for the journey?
The Court
- Consequences – Moral
- Consequences – Legal
The Conclusion
We must appreciate and take ownership of the responsibility we have for ensuring our own and others’ safety on the road.
Energy Efficiency Awareness - Managers
To provide delegates with the knowledge required to identify the areas where you can save money and energy in the workplace.
Agenda
Efficiency
- Why save energy?
- Monitoring Energy
- Hot Spots
Awareness
- Raising Awareness
- Develop an Energy Culture
- Maintenance
The Energy Review
- What is an Energy Review?
- Conducting an Energy Review
- When to conduct an Energy Review
Key Area’s
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Electrical Equipment
- Lighting
Environmental Awareness - UK
To provide delegates with the knowledge of the importance of environmental management and allow them to identify the environmental issues within a work environment.
Agenda
Introduction to Environmental Awareness
- The importance of environmental management
- The “Best Practice ” approach
- Your duties and legal obligations
Environmental Aspects
- What is ” Environment”?
- Outcomes of not complying with the environment related legislation
- When is a hazard an environmental issue?
Water
- Controlled Water Resources
- Sources of water contamination
- Your duties towards controlling water related hazards
Land
- The environmental issue of land-filling
- The importance of safe disposal of wastes
- The importance of minimisation of waste
Air
- Greenhouse gases
- Greenhouse effect
Environmental Issues
- Environmental issues effecting the environment
- Other areas of concern to the environment
Fire Safety
To provide delegates with essential knowledge of Fire Safety in the workplace, including physical and health hazards caused by fire, fire extinguishers and good housekeeping.
Agenda
Introduction
- Physical & health hazards caused by fire
- Fire Precautions
Fire Triangle
- What is the Fire Triangle?
- What makes up the fire triangle?
- The main cause of fire
Safety Signs
- The importance of fire safety signs in the workplace
- Different fire safety signs
Evacuation
- The correct evacuation procedure
- Safe evacuation tips
- Assembly Points
Fire Extinguishers
- Different types of fire extinguishers
- Which fire extinguishers you should use on different types of fires
- How to tackle a small fire
House keeping
- Good Housekeeping tips
- How to identify areas of concern
- Smoking ban and flammable liquids
Summary
Summary of all sections covered
First Aid in the Workplace - Employees
This e-learning course will provide delegates with an appreciation of the importance of first aid at work, and the knowledge required to correctly respond to various incidents, accidents or injuries and take appropriate actions.
At the end of the course, trainees will:
- Appreciate the importance of first aid at work
- Recognise the legal obligations and minimum provisions with respect to first aid
- Identify the correct steps when responding to an accident, incident or injury
- Take appropriate action in response to accidents and emergencies at work
Role & Course Chapters
First Aid in the Workplace
- Discover the importance of First Aid, as well as First Aid Regulations and assessing the risks
First Aid Provisions
- Learn about contents of the First Aid Box, storing and maintaining the First Aid Box, First Aider training and additional provisions
Procedures in First Aid
- Assessing the situation, the recovery position, CPR and Abdominal thrusts
First Aid Scenarios
- Respiratory emergency, choking, bleeding, burns, electric shock and other injuries
Food Allergies
To provide delegates with an awareness to food allergies and the effects they can have on the individual with the allergy.
Agenda
Introduction
• Introduction to food allergies
• Symptoms
Food Intolerance
• Introduction to food intolerances
• Symptoms and effects
• Allergen groups
Food Service
• Introduction to Food Service
Food Preparation
• Introduction to food preparation?
• Knowledge of ingredients
• Storing foods
• Labelling
Health & Safety for Cleaners
To provide delegates with knowledge of the appropriate selection and safe use of the main types of equipment used whilst cleaning.
This course provides delegates information that can help identify, assess and respond to the risks involved in their work.
Agenda
Course Chapters
Health and Safety for Cleaners
- Learn why cleaners are at risk, how to know if there is a problem and what to do if symptoms occur
Risk Assessment
- Discover what a risk assessment is and the responsibilities involved
- Safety and PAT testing
Recognising Risks
- Understand the risks involved with manual handling, slips, trips and falls and working at height.
- Find out more about COSHH, occupational dermatitis and injuries to the back and upper limbs
Cleaning Equipment
- Learn about cleaning agents, warning signs and safety data sheets, PPE and electrical equipment
Health & Wellbeing
To provide delegates with an understanding of the benefits of a healthy workplace, and the knowledge to recognise and prevent the occurrence of work-related stress and musculoskeletal disorders.
At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
Understand the benefits of a healthy workplace
Recognise the signs and symptoms of work-related stress and musculoskeletal disorders
Recognise and prevent the occurrence of work-related stress and musculoskeletal disorders
Understand why it’s important to comply with your organisation’s fitness for work policy
Recognise and prevent substance abuse
Agenda
Course Chapters
Wellbeing at work
- Discover what makes a healthy workplace, the benefits of healthy workplaces and how to promote them
Common health problems
- Understand the causes, signs and symptoms of common physical and mental health problems.
Learn how to manage and prevent health problems
- Substance abuse
- Learn about fitness for work, safe limits and dealing with substance abuse
Lab Safety
This course is delivered electronically and will provide delegates with safety and first aid related tips in the event of emergencies, and an understanding of hazardous material signage in laboratories.
Agenda
Welcome
Introduction
- State why laboratory safety is important
- State the common hazards in laboratories
- Identify the warning signs associated with hazardous materials that are commonly used in laboratories
General Safety
- State safety tips related to various aspects of laboratory safety
- State the procedure to follow in case of an emergency, like a spill, a fire, or an explosion.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- State which parts of the PPE regulations that affect you
- Identify various PPE that is appropriate for laboratory work
First Aid
- State the common injuries that result from laboratory accidents
- State the first aid procedures to follow for common laboratory injuries
Lone Working for Employees
This online course will provide delegates with the knowledge to identify the hazards related to lone working and the control measure available to minimise the risks.
Agenda
Welcome
Lone Workers
- Define the term ‘lone worker’
- Identify the occupations that involve individuals working alone
- List the duties of employers and employees pertaining to lone working
Hazards Faced by Lone Workers
- Identify the hazards related to lone working
- Identify the hazards faced by home workers
Control Measures
- State the control measures that can minimise the risks of working alone
- State the control measures that can minimise the risks of working from home
- List some practical tips for staying safe when working alone
Manual Handling
This e-learning course will provide delegates with an understanding of how to lift correctly in order to avoid serious injury.
Delegates will also be provided with guidance on the correct lifting procedure and some handy hints on the do’s and don’ts of manual handling.
Agenda
Introduction
- Introduction to manual handling
- What will I learn from this?
- Employee responsibilities
Manual Handling
- Manual handling Risks
- Manual handling facts
Common injuries
- Acute pain
- Chronic pain
- Common manual handling Injuries
Assessing Risks
- What is the load?
- How far is it to be moved?
- Will I need specialist equipment?
- How will the environment affect the task?
The Manual Handling Process
- Lifting loads
- Carrying loads
- Pushing loads
- Pulling loads
Do’s and Don’ts
- The do’s of manual handling
- The don’ts of manual handling
Summary
- Summary of all sections covered
Risk Assessment
To provide delegates with an understanding of why risk assessment is important and the knowledge to identify and remove or reduce the risk of a hazard.
Agenda
Introduction
Risk Assessment
- Why Risk Assessment?
- Legislation
What is a Hazard?
- What is a hazard?
- Identifying the Hazard
- Removing or reducing the risk of the Hazard
What is a Risk?
- What is a Risk?
- Identifying Risk
- Reducing Risk
Five Key Steps
- Identifying the Hazard
- Who’s at Risk?
- Evaluate the Risk
- Record your Findings
- Monitor and Review
Monitor and Review the Assessment
- Elimination
- Safe Working Procedures
- Personal Protection
Stepladders and Ladder Safety
To provide delegates with knowledge of the main risks when using stepladders and ladders at work, pre-use checks and when it is appropriate to use a stepladder or ladder.
Agenda
Hazards and Risks
- Identify hazards and risks, appropriate use and regulation requirements
Ladders in the Workplace
- Define who is eligible, what training is required and which pre-use checks must be performed
Best Practice
- Learn about minimising risks, best practice and the environment
Stress Awareness - Managers
To provide delegates with the knowledge required to identify how stress affects you on two levels, the human element, i.e. the employees, and the financial element, i.e. the organisation.
Delegates will be informed of how to manage work related stress in their employees and organisation.
Agenda
Introduction
- What is work-related stress?
- How does stress affect your employees and your organisation?
Impact of Stress
- Ethical Responsibilities
- Legal Obligations
Identifying Stress
- Who is affected by Work-related Stress?
- How Does Stress Impact Your Business and Employees?
Resolving Stress
- Identify Stress Areas
- What Can You Do
Risk Assessment
- Five steps of conducting risk assessment
Workplace Safety
This online course will provide delegates with an awareness of health and safety, including fire safety, manual handling and computer safety.
Agenda
Introduction
• What is Workplace Safety?
• Things to Remember
Fire Safety
• Evacuation Procedures
• What makes up the fire triangle
• Fire Safety Signs
• Good Housekeeping
Manual Handling
• Manual Handling Risks
• Manual Handling Process
• Do’s and Don’ts
Computer Safety
• Correct Posture
• Hazards and Risks
Slips, Trips & Falls
• Introduction
• The Slip
• The Trip
• The Fall
• Training
Electrical Awareness
• Electrical Awareness
• Main Electrical Hazards
Workplace Security
• What is Workplace Security?
