Empower your leadership team with the knowledge and confidence to create a safer, legally compliant workplace. This CPD Certified and UKRLP Registered course goes beyond the basics — providing managers, team leaders, and supervisors with a detailed understanding of workplace health and safety responsibilities. You'll explore key legislation, risk assessment principles, accident prevention strategies, and how to build a proactive safety culture across your organisation. With full audio narration, interactive case studies, and real-world examples, this course helps you identify hazards, manage compliance obligations, and protect both your people and your business. By completion, you'll be equipped to lead by example, reduce incidents, and foster a workplace where safety is everyone's priority.
This comprehensive course covers all essential aspects of health and safety management for leaders:
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Introduction to Health & Safety Management: Understand the manager's role, legal responsibilities, and the business case for effective safety leadership
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Key UK Health & Safety Legislation: Explore the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, and other critical legislation
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Risk Assessment Fundamentals: Learn the five-step risk assessment process, hazard identification, risk evaluation, and control measures
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Accident Prevention & Investigation: Develop strategies to prevent workplace incidents, investigate accidents effectively, and implement corrective actions
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Building a Positive Safety Culture: Foster employee engagement, promote safety awareness, and create a culture where safety is valued at all levels
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Managing Workplace Hazards: Identify and control common workplace hazards including slips, trips, falls, manual handling, and working at height
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Fire Safety & Emergency Procedures: Understand fire risk assessment, emergency planning, evacuation procedures, and your responsibilities as a manager
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Health & Wellbeing in the Workplace: Address occupational health issues, stress management, mental health awareness, and employee wellbeing
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Compliance & Documentation: Maintain required health and safety records, policies, and documentation to demonstrate legal compliance
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Leading by Example: Develop leadership skills to champion safety, communicate effectively, and inspire your team to prioritise health and safety
This course is ideal for:
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Managers & Team Leaders: Develop essential health and safety knowledge to lead your team safely and meet legal obligations
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Supervisors: Understand your responsibilities for day-to-day safety management and hazard control
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Department Heads: Ensure your department operates safely and complies with health and safety regulations
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Operations Managers: Implement effective safety systems and create a proactive safety culture across operations
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Project Managers: Manage health and safety risks throughout project lifecycles and ensure contractor compliance
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Small Business Owners: Fulfil your legal duties as an employer and protect your employees and business
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Aspiring Managers: Build foundational health and safety leadership skills for career progression
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Health & Safety Representatives: Enhance your knowledge and credibility in your safety role within the organisation
Upon successful completion of this course, you'll receive a professional CPD certificate that you can:
- Download instantly in PDF format
- Add to your professional portfolio and CV
- Share with employers to demonstrate your commitment to workplace safety
- Use to meet CPD requirements for professional development
- Display as proof of your health and safety management knowledge
Q: Is this course suitable for managers with no previous health and safety training?
A: Absolutely. This course is designed to take you from foundational principles through to advanced management responsibilities, making it perfect for both new and experienced managers.
Q: How long do I have access to the course?
A: You have lifetime access to the course materials, allowing you to revisit content whenever you need to refresh your knowledge or reference specific information.
Q: Does this course meet UK legal requirements for manager training?
A: Yes, this CPD certified course covers the key health and safety knowledge that UK managers need to fulfil their legal responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and related regulations.
Q: Can I use this certificate for professional development records?
A: Yes, the CPD certificate you receive is recognised for continuing professional development and can be used to demonstrate your commitment to health and safety leadership.
Q: What happens if I don't pass the exam on my first attempt?
A: You can retake the exam as many times as you need at no additional cost. There's no limit on attempts, and you can review the course materials before retaking to strengthen your understanding.
