2005 Press Releases
Construction Industry to benefit from new programme launched at UCC
The Diploma in Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) was
launched at UCC today (30 June 2005). The two-year, part-time
programme is intended to provide professional training for persons
involved in the construction and allied industries.
The Construction industry by its nature is very diverse and as such
involves many high-risk activities. The number of fatalities and
injuries each year and the differing ways in which these occur reflects
the importance of an integrated approach to occupational safety and
health for all employees. This Diploma is designed primarily to
provide the education and training required to be competent in giving
industry specific advice, implementing good practice in safety systems
and assisting management to ensure the safety, health and welfare of
the Irish construction industry workforce. Additionally, the
Diploma will seek to provide skills and knowledge to assist
participants further embed a positive health climate and culture in
their work environment.
The Diploma has been developed on the basis of partnership between the
Centre for Adult Continuing Education in UCC, other Faculties and
departments at the University, the Construction Industry Federation,
the Health and Safety Authority and other external partners.
The Diploma will include modules on themes such as: Health and Safety
Legislation, Risk Management and Safety Technology, Project Management
and Construction Regulations, Occupational Health and Health Promotion,
Human Factors in Occupational Health and Safety, Emergency Planning,
and Specific Construction Safety Issues. It is being organised with the
support of FÁS and the endorsement of the National Training and
Development Agency represents a significant aspect of this innovative
initiative.
The programme will commence in October 2005 and is being organised as
part of a suite of industry related programmes focusing on specific
occupational safety and health issues and concerns.
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