Course includes:
What is a safety representative?
The responsibilities, purpose and function of a safety representative
Legislation regarding functions and rights of safety representatives
(Safety Committees and Safety Representatives Regulations 1977)
(Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999)
(Health and Safety (Consultation with Employees) Regulations 1996)
Interaction with the HSE
Safety committees (what to include and why)
Other methods of consultation with management and staff
Accident reporting and accident investigation.
Legal duties of employer and employee under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Discussion - problems that may arise in a safety representatives role