Human Resources
Health and Safety
Introduction to Health and Safety Law for Managers
Course leader
David Wright: Health and Safety ManagerTarget audience
Health and Safety Co-ordinators, Managers and other staff interested in increasing their knowledge of Health and Safety Law.Aims of the workshop
The workshop will give staff a greater understanding of Health and Safety Law and its impact in the workplace.
The workshop will give participants an understanding of:
- Sources and types of Law (Criminal and Civil)
- Legal Duties
- Health and Safety Legislation (Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and Regulations)
- Enforcement of Health and Safety Law
- Penalties
Learning outcomes
As a result of attending, participants will:
- Have a knowledge of the sources and types of Law enforced in the UK relevant to Health and Safety
- Will understand the concepts of Absolute and Qualified Duties in relation to Health and Safety Legislation
- Will have knowledge of the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and associated legislation, such as The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
- An understanding of the responsibilities and powers of Enforcing Agencies
Other staff development opportunities relevant to this topic
- Risk Assessment: Useful to new staff working in an office or laboratory environment
Further information about Health and Safety related staff development opportunities can be obtained from the Health and Safety Office, St Andrew's Court.