Occupational Health & Safety - Athlone
The primary objectives of this programme are to equip participants with the knowledge to work safely in a variety of workplaces and to comply with the competency requirements laid down in the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.
The programme seeks to furnish participants with good basic knowledge and understanding of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH), outlining what is required to provide a safe place of work.
| Award Name | Certificate |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | National Irish Safety Organisation |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | National Irish Safety Organisation |
Duration
13 weeks
13 Weeks – 1 x evening per week
Please note these classes are NOT recorded.
Entry Requirements
Mature applicants (i.e over 23 years)
or
Leaving Certificate Grade O6 at ordinary level in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate. Two of these subjects must be Mathematics and a language (English or Irish)
or
QQI Level 5 Full award with a minimum of eight modules. or Recognition of Prior Learning (APL/APEL)
Careers / Further progression
Progression from the Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety is on to the level 7 Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health and Safety Management, which is a two-year programme. Entry criteria to the BSc is based on an interview covering individuals relevant work experience (typically in the Environmental Health and Safety field in excess of 5 years) and Recognition of Prior Learning, a curriculum vitae and completion of the NISO programme.
Following successful completion, students are eligible to apply for the Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental, Health and Safety Management. And, again on successful completion and an average of 50% across all modules (GPA) and students are eligible to apply and progress to the Level 9 Master of Science in Environmental Health and Safety Management.
Further information
September 2023 – Week commencing Monday 11th September 2023
February 2024
€425 NISO members (including examination fee)
€525 non-members (including examination fee)
This course is designed for Managers, Supervisors, Safety representatives, and individuals who have some responsibility for safety and health at work. This course is also designed for individuals who wish to gain knowledge in this area.
Occupational Health and Safety is a major concern to employers and employees across all industry sectors in small, medium and large organisations. Preventable accidents, lost time and errors cost businesses both time and money not to mention the personal pain and suffering that many accidents at work bring to those affected. Businesses with a Strategic Occupational Health and Safety Plan show lower injury rates while they enjoy higher productivity and employee morale.
Effective training and awareness is probably the most cost effective safety measure available to any company. Most workers and managers will be aware of and take action in the obvious areas, mostly in a reactive capacity. However, training sharpens the mind and increases the opportunity for a proactive systematic approach to managing workplace safety and health.
Programme Content
Irish Law
Safety
Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
Risk Management
Safety Management
Fire Safety
Emergency Planning and First Aid
Ergonomics
Physical Hazards
Chemical Safety
Psychosocial Hazards
Occupational Health
Accident Causation and Investigation
Construction Safety
Agricultural Safety
This programme comprises of a series of thirteen, two hour modules, illustrated with examples and case studies. The presentations are based on the core theme of hazard identification, risk assessment and identification and evaluation of control measures.
Phone: 0906483050
Email: lifelonglearning@ait.ie