To provide the knowledge for working safely and efficiently in the work place or on site

Elements: (During the course the following subject areas will be covered:)

Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act ,

Approved codes of practice (ACOP’s) ,    European Union Directives,

Management of Health & Safety Regulation

Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regulation (PUWER) ,    Manual Handling Regulation,

Personal Protective Equipment Regulation,    Work Place Regulation.

 

Safety rules applicable to any machines or equipment being used

Morticing Machines, Planers & Thicknessers, Band Saws, Radial Arm Saws

Drills (including cordless), Table Saws, Spindle Moulders, Sanders,

 

Understand the importance of safety in the workplace and in the safe use of work equipment and PPE etc., which will assist in promoting a positive attitude to Health & Safety.

Recognise those factors in the workplace, which are likely to have an adverse effect on the occupational health, safety & welfare of all those involved.

 

Safe Use of Woodworking Machinery.