Risk Assessment Awareness Online Training Course

Risk Assessment Awareness

Regulation 3 of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 requires, among other things, that all employers assess the health and safety risks to their employees while they're at work. This online Risk Assessment course will ensure your business meets these regulations and gives your staff the necessary knowledge they need.

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Between 2016 and 2017 alone there were 609,000 workplace injuries, which is why it's more vital than ever to ensure the safeguarding and wellbeing of your staff by training them in how to perform risk assessments. Workplace injuries cost employers millions of pounds a year in staff absences.

On this Risk Assessment training course, learners will be taught what risk assessment is, legal responsibilities, how to conduct an effective risk assessment, the Heinrich Birds Accident Triangle, and how to regularly review risk assessments. Upon successful completion, your staff will receive a CPD accredited Risk Assessment Awareness certificate.

Duration Dependent on the delivery method, this online Risk Assessment training course takes between 1-2 hours to complete and gain your certificate.

Entry & Level There are no barriers to entry on this Risk Assessment course. This is an awareness course, suitable for all.

Certification On completion of this online course, either download your Risk Assessment Awareness certificate or access it later online.

Accreditations This online Risk Assessment course is CPD accredited. It meets accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.

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Risk assessment awareness training course outline

The aim of this Risk Assessment course is to greater increase your knowledge of risk assessments and how to conduct one, as well as the relevant legislation.

The key points covered in this course are:

Defining risk and risk assessments
Legislation
Heinrich Bird's Accident Triangle (1969)
Conducting risk assessment
Vulnerable people

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Risk assessment awareness training course learning outcomes

On completion of this online Risk Assessment training course, learners should know and understand the following:

Defining risk and risk assessments
Learn the meaning of risk and risk assessment
Legislation
Understand the relevant legislation such as Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Heinrich Bird's Accident Triangle (1969)
Learn the Heinrich Bird's Accident Triangle (1969)
Conducting risk assessment
Learn how to conduct an effective risk assessment

FAQ – Risk assessment awareness training course

Frequently asked questions

Please see our most common questions regarding risk assessments. If you have any more questions, get in touch and we will be happy to help!

What is a risk assessment?

A risk assessment is a process or an examination of identifying hazards that exist or could appear in the workplace, how they could cause harm to employees and visitors, and the steps to minimise harm.

Our Risk Assessment course will cover what a risk assessment is in more detail, along with how to conduct one. Enrol your staff today by sending us a message or giving us a call.

What is the purpose of a risk assessment? The purpose of a risk assessment is to evaluate the hazards and to remove or minimise the level of its risk by adding controlled measures. The aim is to create a safer and healthier workplace.

What is a risk assessment in health and social care? A risk assessment in health and social care is identifying what could cause harm to people and how to enable precautions to help prevent injury and ill-health. It should also assess the behaviour of the individual receiving care, to ensure they are not violent or deemed high risk.

Why is a risk assessment important? Risk assessments are important because they improve the health and safety of the workplace. They create an awareness of potential hazards and risks, who may be at risk, and what measures need to be taken to prevent these from happening. It ultimately ensures the safeguarding and wellbeing of your staff and visitors.

Is a risk assessment a legal requirement?

Yes, a risk assessment is a legal requirement. The law states that a risk assessment must be ‘suitable and sufficient’.

Our online Risk Assessment course will teach your staff how to conduct an effective risk assessment. Keep your business compliant with the law and enrol today.

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