This online training course is designed for all employees to ensure that they fully understand their health and safety roles and responsibilities in the workplace. The full co-operation of all Council managers and employees will ensure a healthy and safe working environment for everyone.

By the end of this course you will understand:

• The legal background to health and safety
• Falkirk Council's Health, Safety and Care Policy and Arrangements
• What is a Risk Assessment
• Potential Workplace Hazards:
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Safety signs
  • Electricity
  • Slips and trips
  • Fire safety
  • Stress
  • Manual handling/back pain
  • Violence
  • Smoke-free workplaces
• What to do if you have an accident
• What you can do to improve your well-being

The course is free and available at any time through our eLearning platform, OLLE.