With so many potential risks and dangers in the workplace it is vitally important that health,safety and welfare at work policies and procedures are managed properly. Knowing the legislation, providing a safe workplace and working in partnership with employees all combine to prevent injury and harm. Important skills in managing health, safety and welfare at work include: Legislation on Health, Safety and Welfare at Work Information and Statements Management Responsibilities Risk Assessment Accident Prevention Environmental Responsibilities Assignments Course Aims, Length and Entry Aims: The course is designed to help people who have a role in managing health and safety in the workplace to understand the key requirements and to put suitable systems and supports in place. Duration: It runs for 3.5 hours one evening per week for 3 weeks. Entry: The Institute of Leadership and Management ILM operates an ‘Open Entry’ policy but prospective participants should be able to apply what they learn on the course in an organisational setting (need not be in a job). Certification:There are no examination with participants instead completing assignments which are assessed. On successful completion of the assignments participants receive their Certificate from the ILM.