Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment

Overview: Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment

The Health and Safety in Construction Environment Course is designed to provide those who are new to the construction industry, who wish to apply for a CSCS, with the practice skills, knowledge and credentials to work safely and competently in their field.

Each year in the UK, people are killed, injured and suffer work-related illnesses while carrying out their jobs. This course includes essential health and safety information and guidelines, UK laws and legislation, as well as the different work-related illnesses and injuries. It covers basic electric, gas and fire safety training, the types of PPE, how to work safely with hazardous chemicals, and other key topics.

By the end of the Level 1 Health and Safety in Construction course, you will be able to accurately assess and identify on-site hazards, evaluate workplace safety, and ensure full competence when carrying out high-risk tasks such as working at height. You will also be fully equipped with the knowledge needed to apply for a CSCS and work diligently in any

construction environment

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Accredited, quality CPD training

Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day

Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover

Course material developed by qualified professionals

Self-paced learning accessible via laptop, tablet and smartphone

24/7 Learning assistance and tutor support

Discounts on bulk purchases

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Learning Outcomes Of Health and Safety in Construction Level 1 Course

By the end of the Level 1 Construction  Health and safety course, learners will be able to:

Demonstrate solid knowledge of fire, electricity and gas safety

Understand the legal aspects of health and safety in construction

Assess the safety of a workplace and conduct a health & safety risk assessment

Identify the types of PPE required for different construction tasks and understand their correct use

Work with chemicals, heavy loads and other on-site hazards safely and competently

Understand the legal responsibilities of both employers and employees in regard to workplace health & safety

Identify working at height and slip, trip and fall hazards in the workplace

Comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act, HSE laws and COSHH regulations

Implement a safe system of work that incorporates all risk control measures