Health and Safety – Level 6

Health and Safety – Level 6

SIPTU is committed to the highest possible standards of safety, health and welfare of its members at work.

In this course, participants will explore the following topics.

  • Evaluating the factors involved in the creation of a safe workplace environment
  • Appraising current legislation in relation to the role and responsibilities of workers at all levels
  • Evaluating the key characteristics of a safety statement
  • Evaluating the key principles of risk management
  • Assessing the positive benefits of a workplace safety culture
  • Evaluating the use of a range of risk controls
  • Appraising the key principles of ergonomics

The following links will be critical in developing an understanding of the subject area:

Guide to the Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 Act

Guide to the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007.