It focuses on hazard recognition, risk assessment, and the impact of individual behaviour in reducing workplace accidents. This training highlights the implications of personal injury risks, business costs, job security, and environmental considerations.
Understand the roles and responsibilities in managing health, safety, and environmental standards.
Learn to identify and control common workplace hazards.
Gain knowledge on the importance of risk assessments and when to adapt generic assessments.
Recognise how personal behaviour can impact health, safety, and environmental standards.
Successfully complete each module assessment paper to demonstrate understanding.
Appreciate how personal behaviour can influence health, safety, and environmental standards.
Understand the value of risk assessments and recognise when changes to a generic assessment are required.
Understand common hazards associated with working in the mineral products sector.
Overview of health and safety legislation and individual responsibilities.
Importance and implementation of risk assessments.
Creating and maintaining a safe working environment.
Identifying and mitigating risks related to fire, asbestos, confined spaces, and display screen equipment.
Safe use and maintenance of tools and electrical equipment.
Addressing manual handling, noise, hazardous substances, and stress.
Essential first aid knowledge, road safety, and proper reporting procedures.
Understanding the impact of work activities on the environment.
Recognising and managing hazards such as unprotected edges, quicksand, lagoons, blasting, bitumen, and cement.
Safe operation of reversing vehicles, heavy mobile plant, crane operations, and slinging.
Safe use of scaffolds, mobile elevated work equipment, ladders, and harnesses.
Implementing safety measures for fencing, isolation, lock-off procedures, and permits to work.
Identifying hazards, control measures, and emergency procedures.
Managing risks related to dust, diseases, noise, and vibration, and using personal protective equipment (PPE).
Addressing public perception, air, land, and water pollution, and waste control.
Successfully completing all assessment papers will result in a safety passport being issued. The passport is valid for 3 years and can be refreshed by attending a one-day course anytime during the 6 months before the expiry date.
David Jones, Health and Safety Manager
Elevate your team’s safety practices with our SPA/MPQC Mineral Products training course. This session is designed for those committed to maintaining high standards of safety, health, and environmental management in the mineral products sector. With expert-led training and practical exercises, you’ll ensure your team is equipped to manage and improve workplace safety effectively.
Our course content is continuously updated to reflect the latest safety techniques and legislative updates, ensuring you receive the most comprehensive and impactful training available.
