Working Safely In Engineering-2

In this course you will learn to recognise the hazard symbols and warning signs found in the workplace, as well as understand what PAT testing is.

Introduction

Whether you are a student or a seasoned professional, whatever sector you work in or job you do, working safely is the most important consideration for every engineer. The work of an engineer frequently uses hazardous materials, complicated equipment, or takes place in potentially dangerous places, so it is important that everyone understands the ways that they and everyone around them can stay safe.

Safety precautions are taken in many ways, from legislation, policies and procedures to signage and labelling. In this session we will look at some of the key things you need to be aware of to ensure the safety of you and everyone around you whilst you work, including manual handling, COSHH requirements and labelling, safety signs and PAT testing.

You will learn 

1. Learn the seven types of hazard symbols and the four types of warning signs found in the workplace
   
2. Understand the importance of working safely
   
3. Recognise the seven types of COSHH hazard symbols
   
4. Recognise the four types of warning signs found in the workplace
   
5. Know what portable appliance testing is and what it entails