World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2023
World Day for Safety and Health at Work falls on 28th April each year and this year’s theme is: A safe and healthy working environment as a fundamental principle and right at work.
The key aim of World Day for Safety and Health at Work is to raise awareness of workplace safety and health issues, as well as promote international cooperation and collaboration on these important issues.
The day is recognised by the International Labour Organisation (ILO), a specialised agency of the United Nations that is responsible for setting international labour standards and promoting social justice and decent working conditions around the world.
It is marked by governments, employers and workers across the globe, who come together to share knowledge and best practices, and to take action to improve working conditions for all.
At STC, we believe that safety is everyone's responsibility and we put it before profit and at the heart of everything we do. Health and Safety is also a large part of our business as we deliver around 25 different courses across a range of topics and sectors.
Health and safety training is an important investment for employers, workers, and society as a whole. By ensuring that workers are aware of potential hazards, able to comply with legal and regulatory requirements, and take responsibility for their own safety and that of their colleagues, employers can create a safer and more productive workplace.
Investing in the right health and safety training for your organisation will result in a range of benefits:
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Prevent accidents and injuries: Health and safety training helps workers identify and avoid potential hazards in the workplace. This can reduce the risk of accidents and injuries, which not only protects workers from harm, but can also improve productivity and reduce costs associated with lost time and workers' compensation claims.
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Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements: There are laws and regulations governing workplace health and safety; by investing in training, employers can ensure that their workers are aware of these requirements and able to comply with them.
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Promote a culture of safety: Training can help create a culture of safety in the workplace, where workers understand the importance of safety and take responsibility for their own health and wellbeing, as well as those around them.
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Improved morale and job satisfaction: Workers who feel safe and secure in their jobs are likely to be more satisfied and motivated, leading to improved morale and productivity.
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Reduction in costs: Implementing health and safety measures can be expensive, but the costs of accidents and injuries would be much higher. By investing in health and safety training, employers can reduce the risk of accidents and injuries, which could save money in the long run.
Our health and safety provision
We provide a wide range of generic and bespoke health and safety training solutions. These range from basic risk assessments to health and safety consultancy.
Our courses are designed to be relevant, cost effective and are delivered to high standards. Our instructors are professional and highly experienced and take into account the needs of individuals with different skills, abilities and experience.
Scheduled courses
If you only have a small number of people to train, your staff can join one of the scheduled courses that we provide for our popular programmes. If we don’t offer a scheduled course in the topic in which you require training, we can either link your staff with others to provide a cost-effective programme for all, or put your staff onto a waiting list and advise you of the likely timescale for the next course. Our scheduled courses include:
Asbestos Awareness - half day, £130, 12/06/23 or 11/12/23. This course provides awareness of asbestos and guidance on what to do if it is found or suspected.
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health & Personal Protective Equipment - 1 day, £175, 07/06/23 or 07/12/23. This course is ideal for those who may need to use PPE and may encounter Substances Hazardous to Health as part of their work.
Display Screen Equipment - half day, £145, 09/10/23. This course will equip delegates with the knowledge to carry out DSE workstation assessments.
Health & Safety Awareness - 1 day, £175, 19/06/23 or 01/11/23. This course will provide participants with a great overview of Health and Safety in the workplace.
Managing Water: Legionella Awareness - half day, £155, 09/10/23. This course will equip delegates with a basic understanding of what is required to manage water to prevent legionella and the evidence provided by a contractor to give you that assurance.
Manual Handling Objects - half day, £175, 06/06/23 or 12/10/23.
Portable Appliance Testing - 1 day, £195, 05/06/23. This course will enable delegates to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to instigate and implement a testing programme for portable electrical testing appliances.
Premises Management - 1 day, £199, 16/05/23 or 23/11/23. Participants will gain a general awareness of Health and Safety and be able to conduct a Health and Safety inspection tour of their workplace, identifying significant hazards and risks.
Risk Assessments and Method Statements - 1 day, £185, 14/11/23. Upon completion, delegates will be able to carry out and correctly document Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
In-company training
If you have a group of staff that require training, we can provide in-company training programmes either at our Training Centre in North London or at your own venue, providing you have access to the appropriate facilities. This may prove more cost-effective and minor bespoke elements can sometimes be incorporated to suit the specific requirements of your business. Courses offered this way include:
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CSCS - Level 1 Health & Safety in a Construction Environment
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Manual Handling People Paediatric: Children with Disabilities Course (Incl Hoists)
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Manual Handling People Paediatric: Children With Disabilities Course (No Hoists)
Delve into our Health and Safety Brochure, book your scheduled course of interest online or get in touch for more information…