This course is aimed at New and Experienced Process Operators and can be customised to your company's specific production processes.
Objectives: The aim of this programme is to provide candidates with the standard technical knowledge for Process Operators working in Bulk Processing Plants (Pharmaceutical, Biopharmaceutical, Chemical, Food and Medical Devices etc.)
Accreditation: Candidates will receive a City & Guilds Certificate in Health, Safety & Environmental Issues.
Programme Content: Health & Safety At Work
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
Hazards at Work
Actions to be taken in the event of an Emergency
Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting Equipment
Health & Safety Legislation
Accident Reporting & First Aid
Communicating Safe Working Practices
Organisational Safety Procedures and Management Systems
Industry and the Environment
The Atmosphere, Wastes, Asbestos & the Law
Further Issues of Safe Working and the Environment
Delivery: The programme is provided as a seven-week distance learning programme using an innovative mix of home study, text books and tutor support.
Assessment: There will be three written assignments which are completed at home, a Revision/Exam Preparation Class and a one hour Short-Answer Question Exam.
Start Date: Monday 25th August
Course fees: €420 or reduced to €168 for those eligible for FÁS Funding.
* FÁS Funding is based on the Competency Development Fund and as such requires candidates to be in full-time employment in order to qualify. If you do not qualify for this funding, please contact your local FÁS office to discuss your options.
Enquiries: Contact us or phone 021 4350700