The on-line training materials have been prepared to assist you in developing your information and knowledge base as a Councillor. The materials cover 7 distinct subject areas of which ‘Health and Safety’ is one. The other materials cover Induction, the Code of Conduct, the Council as an Employer, Understanding the Law, Understanding Local Government Finance and Diversity and Inclusion.
This module is about the ‘Health and Safety’ and it covers the following key elements:
- How to manage health and safety within your Council
- Relevant legislation you should be aware of
- The need for a ‘competent’ person to carry out certain health and safety tasks
- Accidents, Reporting and Investigation
- Risk Assessments
- Sources of Advice