PUWER Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations – PUWER
Course Description
This short course provides you with an introduction to the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations, otherwise known as PUWER.
The course starts by explaining the purpose of PUWER, and then turns to look at the types of equipment that fall under this legislation. This is followed by an explanation as to the responsibilities both employers and employees have under the regulations.
Next, the course explores the common hazards associated with the use of work equipment; before moving on to look at different methods of guarding available to keep you safe from injury.
Finally, the course explores the requirements with respect to equipment inspection and maintenance under the regulations.
Learning Objectives
- By the end of this course, you will learn, how to safety inspect equipment.
- What PUWER stands for
- The Equipment Listed Under PUWER.
- The Responsibilities of the Employer/Employee Under PUWER.
- The common Hazards of Using Work Equipment.
- The different methods of guarding
Modules
What is PUWER?
Examples of Equipment Listed Under PUWER
What are the Responsibilities of the Employer/Employee Under PUWER?
Common Hazards of Using Work Equipment
Different Methods of Guarding
Inspection of Equipment
Final Exam