Health and Safety For Facilities Management

Skilllinx's Workplace Health and Safety Management courses

courses Introduction: Skilllinx offers a specialized courses designed to equip managers with a comprehensive understanding of workplace legislation, including fire safety and Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM). This courses delves into the legal background, recent developments, and implications for staff and employers, emphasizing key areas of current legislation, roles and responsibilities in health and safety management, effective monitoring of contractors and suppliers, and implementation of sound policies and procedures to minimize workplace risks and hazards.

Objectives: Participants in this courses will:

• Gain insight into the broader context of health and safety regulations applicable to their organization.
• Learn to shape and implement effective health and safety policies.
• Understand procedures to support health and safety initiatives.
• Identify potential workplace risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Recognize how robust health and safety processes contribute to overall business performance.

courses Content:

Day 1: Understanding Workplace Legislation

• Overview of health and safety and workplace legislation.
• Compliance and the role of the facilities manager.
• Breakout sessions to discuss current status and highlight concerns.

Day 2: Applying Policies and Procedures

• Development and implementation/review of safety policies.
• Communication with users, clients, and contractors.
• Health and safety manual creation.
• Strategies for promoting health and safety initiatives.

Day 3: Key Legislation and Practical Application

• Examination of key regulations, including CDM, Electricity at Work, COSHH, Manual Handling, Asbestos, DDA, Work Equipment, and PAT.

Day 4: Controlling Contractors and Risk Assessment

• Understanding contractor regulations and accountability.
• Method statements and permit-to-work systems.
• Risk assessment techniques and implementation.

Day 5: Ensuring Workplace Safety

• Addressing sick building syndrome, legionella, waste management, pest control, and first aid provisions.
• Fire safety regulations, risk assessment, and emergency procedures.
• Ergonomics considerations and auditing practices.

Join Skilllinx's Workplace Health and Safety Management courses to enhance your understanding of workplace legislation and develop effective strategies for ensuring a safe and compliant work environment.