Safety Representative Training Course

About This Course

Comprehensive 3-day training programme for elected and appointed Safety Representatives. Following Health and Safety Authority (HSA) guidelines, this course covers the legal framework under Section 25 of the SHWW Act 2005, hazard identification, risk assessment, workplace inspections, and accident investigation. On-site or remote delivery across Ireland with 3-year certification.

The Safety Representative Training Course follows the content recommended by the Health and Safety Authority (HSA). The course provides general guidance on the roles of Safety Representatives and employers, and the employee’s responsibilities in the process of safety consultation and representation so that accidents and ill-health at work can be prevented.

Workers are more inclined to follow safe work practices when they believe their thoughts are appreciated and considered. After all, workers are the ones who do the work, and they will know it better than anybody else. Getting workers engaged in formulating and reviewing safe work practices is the best approach to get them to follow them.

Who Is This Course For?

Under the 2005 Safety, Health, and Welfare at Work Act, employees can nominate themselves or be nominated to be their co-workers’ safety representative:

• Those selected by employers or elected by employees to fulfil the role of Safety Representative.
• Employees interested in becoming a Safety Representative and representing their colleagues on safety matters.
• Those who represent their department or division on the workplace safety committee.
• Existing Safety Representatives requiring refresher training to maintain competence.
• The Safety Representative Training Course covers comprehensive topics over three days:
• Gain the knowledge and skills to represent your colleagues confidently on safety matters.
• Know your legal protections under Section 27 and your powers under the 2005 Act.
• Learn hazard identification, risk assessment, inspections, and accident investigation.
• Develop skills to consult effectively with employers and represent colleagues.
• Support effective consultation as required by Sections 25 and 26 of the 2005 Act.
• Trained Safety Representatives promote engagement and ownership of safety among workers.
• Safety Representatives identify and report hazards before they cause incidents.
• Effective investigation leads to better prevention and fewer repeat incidents.
• Upon successful completion, learners will receive a Phoenix STS Safety Representatives Certificate.
• Refresher training is recommended at intervals not more than every three years, or where there is a change in work practices resulting in the introduction of new safety systems in the workplace.
• All our tutors are experienced in workplace safety and will detail all the essential duties and roles of Safety Representatives. They hold:
• Our instructors bring practical experience in safety representation and consultation across multiple industries.