Guide to Risk Assessment

Course Aims

This course is intended to provide a delegate with the knowledge to implement risk assessments in accordance with the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course the delegates will: -

Be able to identify differing types of risk assessment

Understand the definitions of;
- Risk
- Hazard
- Danger
- Suitable and Sufficient
As they relate to risk assessment

Have a clear understanding of Hazard Evaluation techniques

Be able to describe and use the control measures hierarchy

Be aware of the relevant Risk Assessment Regulations

Have an understanding of the role risk assessment plays in management of Health and Safety

Have the ability to identify and record the significant findings of a risk assessment

Have the ability to review and audit risk assessments

Course Duration

One day.

Pre-requisites

There are no particular educational or competence pre-requisites for the course. However, the following factors will benefit the delegate: -

Sound numeric and literacy skills

Personal Protective Equipment

This course requires the delegate to be on or near the running line, therefore, he/she MUST be in possession of: -

Valid P. T. S. Certificate

Protective Clothing – high visibility

Safety Footwear

The protective equipment must comply with current safety standards.

Certificate

A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to the delegate on completion of the course.