Safety & Health at Work
Safety and Health at Work gives participants a broad knowledge of the management of health and safety in the workplace, preparing them to carry out both basic risk assessment and accident/incident investigation.
Note: Safety and Health at Work is a mandatory component of QQI Major Award Healthcare Support 5M4339.
Course Code
5N1794
Entry Requirements
• Over 18 years old
• Good spoken and written English
• QQI level 4 certificate
• Leaving certificate and/or relevant life and work experience
Qualification
QQI Level 5
Duration
4 days
Assessment
Assignment / Examination - Theory
• Participants must have:
– Proof of name and date of birth
– PPS Number
• Cancellation fee:
– 100% price for cancellations made less than 7 days in advance, or in case of no-show
– No fee for cancellations made 7 or more days in advance
Learners will be able to:
1 Analyse the duties of employers and employees as specified in current Safety, Health and Welfare at work legislation
2 Examine the role of the Health and Safety Authority
3 Explore the role of communication and training in the promotion and provision of health and safety in the workplace
4 Comment on the elements and functions of the safety statement
5 Summarise the factors which contribute to safe and healthy working environments
6 Outline the principles and procedures of good housekeeping in the workplace
7 Explain the causes, prevention, emergency procedures, reporting and recording of accidents and dangerous occurrences
8 Analyse the causes and prevention of fire related events to include identification of emergency procedures, the fire triangle and fire equipment
9 Comment on specific hazards and risks when working with equipment to include mechanical and electrical equipment
10 Investigate how personal protective equipment (PPE) is used in the workplace
11 Explore appropriate procedures for use and disposal of hazardous materials and waste in the workplace to include reference to material safety data sheets (MSDS)
12 Examine the control and associated risks of a range of health and safety issues to include noise, sound, fumes, dust or any vocationally specific work issue
13 Explain the typical contents of a first aid kit and their appropriate use
14 Examine a range of issues related to infection control to include conditions for the growth and development of micro-organisms, routes of infection, symptoms, ill- health, preventative measures and emergency procedures for suspected contamination
15 Investigate risk factors in relation to safety to include hazards, work environments, work practices, effects of medication, drink and drugs
16 Interpret a range of safety signs in the workplace
17 Promote safe and healthy working practices in relation to oneself, others and the workplace
18 Outline risk factors in relation to health to include stress, lifestyle, diet, illness
19 Outline the role of diet and exercise in the promotion of good health.
Price
€295.00
Funding
Course funding options may be available, depending on eligibility. Contact your local Intreo office or Local Employment services.
Protection for Learners
Glin National College (GNC) offers students learner protection insurance, which ensures that learners of a validated programme of three months or longer leading to a QQI award have an opportunity to complete that programme, or are refunded the money most recently paid if that programme ends before they complete it. Each learner receives a Learner Protection Insurance Policy in their name and we will notify them in writing of any change in information within 14 days of becoming aware of that change.
Complaints Procedure
It is our policy to deal with any expression of dissatisfaction concerning our services or their provision in a fair manner. Complainants should raise their concerns as soon as possible, and where the conduct complained of is violent or criminal in nature, the Gardai will be contacted without delay.
While in no way diminishing the issue or the effects on individuals, an informal approach should be the first course of action as it can often easily resolve matters. If the situation or behaviour continues, the complainant can proceed to making a formal complaint. If a hearing by investigation is required, its results evaluate whether the complaint is valid or invalid, or is malicious, or whether there is insufficient evidence. If a complaint is not resolved to the satisfaction of the complainant, it may be referred again for internal review by Glin National College or in writing to the office of the Chairperson of the Board of Management.
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