Course Description – Covid-19 Workplace Safety

Target Audience

This course is suitable for all staff and provides an understanding of how COVID-19 and other infections are transmitted and what measures should be put in place to prevent and control their spread in the workplace.

This course is based on Public Health and HSE Guidelines for working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19)

Our online module appeals to all learning styles with interactive quizzes, video and audio features

It allows you to work at your own pace, testing your knowledge as you progress through the course

Duration: Approximately 60-120 minutes

Course Aim: To provide learners with the knowledge required to ensure good fire safety measures in the workplace and to carry out their role as a Fire Marshal. Fire Marshals play an essential role in contributing to fire safety by following fire safety control measures, being alert to issues relating to fire safety, and knowing how to lead a safe evacuation in an emergency.

Access: This online course can be completed on any PC or mobile device. Learners can study at their own pace, and log in and out as often as they wish

Assessment: Self-checks after each section of the course and an end of course multiple-choice assessment

Certification: On successful completion of the multiple-choice assessment, learners can download a certificate as evidence that they have completed and passed the course

Course content :

• Infection Prevention and Control of Germs
• Sources of Infection
• Susceptible People
• Transmission
• Coronavirus
• Signs and Symptoms of COVID-19
• Covid-19 Risk Assessment
• 5 Step Plan to Working Safely during coronavirus
• What to do if someone at work has or is suspected of having COVID-19
• Handwashing – Clean Hands Save Lives
• When Should Staff Wash Their Hands?
• Coughs and Sneezes Spread Diseases
• PPE – Personal Protective Equipment
• Face Coverings
• Cleaning Procedures
• Cleaning and Disinfection
• Cleaning Premises and Equipment
• Managing Waste Safely
• Useful Resources – including posters to display in your workplace