Safety Representative

In 1977, the Safety Committee Regulations (SRSC Regs) 1977 were born and according to the Trades Union Congress (TUC) in 2000, it has been estimated that the regulations have saved thousands of lives and prevented more than a quarter of a million serious injuries. According to the Health and Safety Executive, this has been partly due to the impact and effectiveness of the company Safety Representatives. With elected safety representatives, their pro-active approach and close relationship with both employers and employees have the skills & knowledge to identify potential situations regarding health, safety and welfare, thereby protecting your major investments your employees.

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The aim of this course is to introduce carefully selected candidates to the subject of Safety Representatives for both the on and offshore industries and will provide delegates with the necessary knowledge and skills, to enable them to understand the appropriate legislation associated with the safety representatives role what is required of them and skills and techniques relating to their responsibilities This course is a combination of theory and practical content and will require delegate participation in various practical scenarios and classroom role play which will provide delegates with confidence and skills to carry out their duties as a Safety Representative.

The functions of a Safety Representative Electing a Safety Representative The legal rights of a Safety Representative Introduction to current, common legislation Dealing with disputes Role of the HSE HSE Statistics Workplace inspections & report writing Accidents the causes and investigation