Introduction Security Awareness Fire Safety Food Hygiene Drugs Awareness HEALTH AND SAFETY Pinnacle courses enable students to gain an understanding of Health and Safety issues relevant to either the general workplace or site-specific conditions. Training ranges from general introductory level courses to specific areas of interest Pinnacle can work with students to ensure that both legal requirements and individual self-advancement goals are met. Working with employers, Pinnacle also offer tailor made courses to meet individual requirements. AN INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH AND SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE This training is intended for all persons with an interest in Health & Safety at work. It is believed that the rewards of undertaking this programme are great in terms of personal development and awareness of Health & Safety issues which may be put into practice in places of work and at home. The programme of study includes: COURSE TYPE: RISK ASSESSMENT This Pinnacle Open Learning package is designed to increase the students’ understanding of all aspects of risk assessment. It is believed that the benefits of undertaking this course are great in terms of personal development and in increasing an awareness of all issues surrounding risk assessment. Aims To increase an awareness of the need to adopt a risk assessment strategy. To develop an understanding of the procedures involved in conducting risk assessments. To create an understanding of the legal requirements behind risk assessments. Programme Content What is a risk assessment What to look for Identifying hazards and risks Conducting a risk assessment Practical exercises in risk assessment Work activities Course Delivery Candidates enrolling on the course are issued with a course manual. This is read and a work based project completed in the candidates’ own time. This is forwarded to Pinnacle for assessment. On completion of the project candidates are issued with a Pinnacle certificate providing proof of training. Support All candidates will be supported by a friendly tutor backed help line which may be used to access learner support. COURSE TYPE: SAFETY PRACTICES IN THE CARE SETTING This course equips students with the knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety issues surrounding Risk Assessment, COSHH and Manual Handling. Candidates will study theoretical aspects as well as engaging in the practice and processes involved in risk assessment and manual handling. Programme Content Health & Safety Legislation What is risk assessment? Conducting a risk assessment An introduction to COSHH Manual handling Safe handling Practical exercises. Course duration: 1 day