Health & Safety

Health & safety Training for STEM activity Hosts

In this course you will learn how to keep your activity and environment healthy and safe.

Modules

• 1

  UK Health and Safety Legal Framework

  Workplace health and safety law is designed to prevent people from being injured or made ill through work activities. Under Great Britain legislation, employers and employees share responsibilities to maintain a safe environment. This general awareness course provides foundational induction training across workplace settings.

• 2

  Hazards, Risks, and the Risk Assessment Process

  Understanding the distinction between hazards and risks is essential for maintaining a safe workplace. A hazard is something with potential to cause harm, while risk considers likelihood and severity. The Health and Safety Executive outlines a five-step risk management process to systematically control workplace dangers.

• 3

  Worker Responsibilities, Emergencies, and Incident Reporting

  Every worker has legal responsibilities to work safely, cooperate with safety policies, and operate within their competence. In the event of immediate danger or an accident, clear procedures must be followed to ensure personal safety and prompt reporting. Specific serious workplace incidents must also be reported under statutory regulations such as RIDDOR.