Training
The EHS Branch provides training that assists staff in gaining the knowledge and information they need to manage risks associated with their work activity or work environment. Whilst some sessions, such as EHS Essentials, are run regularly throughout the year, others can be designed to meet the needs identified during the EHS planning workshop meetings and other activities.
Staff training courses are also provided by the Organisation and People Development Branch.
Click on the following titles to access information about training courses.
Training and Information for Supervisors and Managers
| Course Title |
EHS for Supervisors: An Introduction |
| Target Audience |
All supervisors and managers at UTS |
| Areas covered |
Managers and Supervisors have a range of responsibilities relating to health and safety at UTS. This session is designed to inform you of your obligations and responsibilities as a supervisor or manager. It will also give you the opportunity to enhance your knowledge and practical application of the Health and Safety System at UTS and the tools and resources available to you in carrying out your health and safety responsibilities. Areas covered include:
- Legislation
- Supervisor and Manager responsibilities
- Risk Management Approach at UTS
- EHS Planning Process
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| Course Duration |
2 hours |
| Dates in 2008 |
- Thursday 6 March
- Tuesday 1 April
- Tuesday 6 May - Haymarket Campus
- Wednesday 28 May - Kuring Gai Campus
- Tuesday 3 June
- Tuesday 1 July
- Tuesday 5 August
- Tuesday 2 September
- Wednesday 1 October
- Tuesday 7 October
- Tuesday 4 November
- Tuesday 2 December
|
| Booking |
E-mail Dominique Grady in the Environment, Health and Safety Branch to register your interest. |
Training and Information for ALL Staff
| Course Title |
EHS Essentials |
| Target Audience |
All staff who work in an office environment and operate a computer |
| Areas covered |
The information session covers the basics for those of us working in an office, such as:
- finding and fixing hazards
- reporting accidents and incidents
- first aid and emergency response (including the "Escape from UTS" Emergency Evacuation video
- ergonomic set-up of your computer workstation
- tips for safe manual handling
|
| Course Duration |
1 hour |
| Dates for 2008 |
- Tuesday 6 May 2008
- Tuesday 3 June 2008
- Tuesday 1 July 2008
- Tuesday 5 August 2008
- Tuesday 2 September 2008
- Tuesday 7 October 2008
- Tuesday 11 November 2008
- Tuesday 2 December 2008
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| Booking |
E-mail Dominique Grady in the EHS Branch to register your interest. |
Training for Cash Handlers
| Course Title |
Robbery Safety Training |
| Target Audience |
All staff who handle cash |
| Major Learning Outcomes |
Participants will be able to:
- To understand the aims and motives of a robber, so that participants understand the need for an appropriate and safe response
- To develop techniques for dealing with the emotions arising in a robbery
- To develop safety response skills
- To understand what actions need to be taken after a robbery
|
| Course Duration |
45-75 minutes - online training to be completed at appropriate rate for trainee |
| Booking |
Contact Paul O'Regan in the Financial Services Unit on extension 7885. |
Training for staff in Laboratories and Workshops
| Course Title |
Manual Handling |
| Target Audience |
All staff whose job involves lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling objects |
| Major Learning Outcomes |
Participants will be able to:
- identify the risk factors for manual handling injuries
- identify strategies for controlling manual handling risks
- perform exercises for stretching and strengthening the back muscles
- describe the risk management process and how it applies to manual handling injuries
|
| Course Duration |
3 hours |
| Booking |
Contact the EHS Branch on ext. 1326. Targeted courses for a Faculty or Unit can be arranged. |
| Course Title |
Risk Assessment for Hazardous Substances |
| Target Audience |
Technical staff with responsibility for safe management of chemicals |
| Major Learning Outcomes |
Participants will be able to:
- Explain the legislative requirements for hazardous substances
- Use the UTS system for conducting risk assessments of hazardous substances
- Use the UTS system for disposal of hazardous waste
|
| Course Duration |
1 hour |
| Booking |
This is usually identified during Faculty/Unit EHS Planning. Contact the EHS Branch on extension x1063 to discuss needs outside of planning period. |
| Course Title |
Safety Inspection and Testing of Plug-In Electrical Equipment |
| Target Audience |
All staff required to test plug-in electrical appliances |
| Major Learning Outcomes |
Participants will be able to:
- Describe the basic effects of electric shock
- Make a visual inspection of electrical equipment to identify faults
- Use the portable appliance tester to test equipment
- Distinguish between safe and faulty equipment
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| Course Duration |
8 hours |
| Booking |
Program is offered twice a year. Contact EHS Branch on extension x1063 to register your interest. |
Training for First Aid Officers
| Course Title |
Senior First Aid Certificate |
| Target Audience |
Approved UTS First Aid Officers - to obtain approval, see here. |
| Major Learning Outcomes |
Participants learn the skills to provide first aid treatment for staff or students who are injured or become ill at UTS, including CPR. Certificates are valid for three years. |
| Course Duration |
2 days |
| Booking |
Participants are trained by St John Ambulance trainers at a local venue of their choice. Course costs are met by the EHS Branch. |
| Course Title |
Senior First Aid Retraining |
| Target Audience |
Approved UTS UTS First Aid Officers - retraining should be done within one month of the certificate expiry date. |
| Major Learning Outcomes |
Refresher for basic first aid skills |
| Course Duration |
1 day |
| Booking |
Participants are trained by St John Ambulance trainers at a local venue of their choice. Course costs are met by the EHS Branch. |
