Working Safely Near Water: Hazards, Compliance, and Emergency Response

Working Safely Near Water: Hazards, Compliance, and Emergency Response

Master the essential safety protocols and legal requirements for working near UK inland and coastal waters. This course equips you to identify primary physical and environmental hazards, including unstable banks, challenging water conditions, and the risks posed by machinery. You will understand the physiological effects of cold water shock and hypothermia, and learn to recognise and control biological risks like Leptospirosis, sewage, and blue-green algae. Crucially, you will select and maintain appropriate water safety PPE and execute safe, land-based emergency rescue protocols, ensuring robust compliance and enhanced workplace safety without entering the water.