Course Overview
Too often the occupational risk assessments undertaken within a manufacturing site do not take into account the specific legislation related to the machinery itself, matters such as safeguarding systems as well as the control systems behind the devices to ensure they operate correctly needs to be considered.
This one-day course is intended to provide the delegate with a basic appreciation of machinery safety legislation including its importance in the workplace, ideal for occupational health & safety professionals as well as other stakeholders within the company. Attendees are provided with the knowledge to be able to manage machinery safety through the implementation of safe operating procedures and working practices, to complement existing engineering risk reduction procedures in place.
Who Should Attend
This course is aimed at those looking for an introduction / awareness of machinery safety, including:
- Directors
- Leadership Teams & Management
- Procurement Personnel
- Health & Safety Professionals
- Human Resources
- Project Managers
- Operation & Production Managers
- Maintenance Personnel
Learning Objectives & Course Content
- The importance of machinery safety to your businesses
- Bridging the gap between machinery and occupational health & safety – incorporating machinery safety into your business culture
- Responsibilities for machinery safety for both new and existing work equipment
- Managing machine safety in the workplace through existing risk-assessment processes
- Key legislation affecting machinery safety including: Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations & Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
- Key standards to use
- Certificate upon successful completion
- Comprehensive course notes and reference material provided
Duration
1 Day
Cost
£295.00 per delegate