For those who work with, or are exposed to, hazardous materials. Understand the basic requirements of COSHH, including avoiding the use of substances hazardous to health. Learn how to apply a corporate procedure for risk assessment with reference to COSHH.

Course objectives

At the end of the session delegates should be able to understand the basic requirements of relevant Health & Safety Law, in respect of workplace fire arrangements. Be able to identify the elements of the Fire Triangle, and their relevance in respect of fire prevention and control. 

Be able to identify the classes of fire, and choose the appropriate portable fire extinguisher for use on each classification. Understand the basic requirements in regard to fire detection, defence and evacuation.

There are no dates scheduled for this course as yet.If you would like to express an interest in attending this course or need to request a trainer to provide training for a group of colleagues in your locality please email TrainingBookingsandinfo@coventry.gov.uk  Your name will be placed on our waiting list and when we have dates available we will contact you.

Who is it aimed at
Managers, Supervisors and employees to raise their awareness of the fire arrangements, and the potential hazards from fire.

Course details
· Fire Legislation
· The Fire Triangle
· Methods of Fire Spread
· Fire Prevention
· Classes of Fire
· Reversing the Fire Triangle
· Emergency Evacuation
· Re-cap and questions

Duration
1/2 day

For all employees, particularly new starters. This course will give a basic understanding of the principles of working safely, how to recognise common hazards in the workplace and to control the risks arising from them.

There are no dates scheduled for this course as yet.If you would like to express an interest in attending this course or need to request a trainer to provide training for a group of colleagues in your locality please email TrainingBookingsandinfo@coventry.gov.uk  Your name will be placed on our waiting list and when we have dates available we will contact you.

Explore the hazards associated with manual handling and the possible ill health effects from poor handling techniques. Learn the principles of good kinetic lifting and manual handling assessment.

Course objectives
To outline the duties placed upon those in control of working at height to assess, and control, such activities.

Who is it aimed at
Managers, Supervisors and anyone who is in control of working at height.

Course details
· What is working at height
· Duty Holders
· Hierarchy for working at height
· Risk Assessment
· Information for Employees

Duration
1/2 day