Safety & Health at Work: FETAC Level 5
£12.80
A new textbook based on the revised FETAC module (5N1794) introducing the knowledge, skill and competence to promote and maintain safety and health in a work environment. * Analyses the duties of employers and employees as specified in current safety, health and welfare at work legislation. * Discusses the role and function of the Health and Safety Authority. * Examines the importance of communication, training and safe and healthy work practices. * Explains the causes, prevention, reporting and recording of accidents and dangerous occurrences, and presents guidance on emergency procedures. * Identifies specific hazards and risks when working with equipment and the appropriate procedures for use and disposal of hazardous materials and waste. * Examines issues related to infection prevention and control, including emergency procedures for suspected contamination. * Investigates risk factors in relation to safety, including the effects of medication, alcohol and drugs. * Details the contents of a first aid kit and their appropriate uses. Written For: All courses where Safety and Health at Work (5N1794) is a component module.
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Additional information
Publisher | Gill & Macmillan Ltd (13 Mar. 2015) |
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Language | English |
Paperback | 160 pages |
ISBN-10 | 0717157334 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0717157334 |
Dimensions | 15.6 x 1.1 x 23.5 cm |
by PJ HARTE
An excellent book, easy to read and follow leaving no gaps of knowledge on the topic ????????
by Rosie J
If you’re doing a QQI level 5 this book is not as comprehensive as one would like but it certainly helps!
by Dave
A good general text book giving all the main points of health and safety