This short course presents learners with an overview of slips, trips and falls hazards in the workplace. It introduces the process of risk assessment and prevention through examples of workplace scenarios. The content is suitable across all work sectors.

Course duration: 30 minutes

Learning outcomes:

On successful completion of this course you should be able to:

• determine how and where slips, trips and falls accidents can occur
• identify a variety of slips and trips hazards in the workplace, and assess their risks
• recognise suitable controls for eliminating or significantly reducing slips, trips and falls in the workplace

CPD points: Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points are available from Construction Industry Registry Ireland (CIRI) for this course. One hour of learning will contribute to one CIRI CPD point. Any construction company wishing to avail of the CIRI CPD points must record them as learning outcomes on their own training matrix which then needs to be presented annually to CIRI at the point of renewal.

This course is suitable for employers, self-employed persons, employees, designers, and students learning about building and design.

Course duration: 30 minutes

Learning outcomes:

On successful completion of this course you should be able to:

• identify some of the key hazards associated with steps and stairs
• describe the four holistic elements of safer steps and stairs
• identify the four main types of hazardous steps
• understand organisational and personal responsibility for safety on steps and stairs