EUSR Safety, Health and Environmental Awareness (SHEA) Water Training - Virtual Course

• Introduction to SHEA Water
An overview of the SHEA scheme, its purpose and the importance of maintaining safe working practices within the water industry.

• Understanding Workplace Responsibilities
Learning about the responsibilities of employers, employees and contractors in creating and maintaining safe, healthy and compliant working environments.

• Environmental Awareness
Understanding how workplace activities can impact the environment and the measures required to minimise pollution, protect water resources and support sustainable operations.

• Risk Assessment and Hazard Control
Learning how workplace hazards are identified, risks assessed and suitable control measures implemented to reduce risk and promote safe working practices.

• Common Workplace Hazards
Understanding the hazards commonly encountered within utility and infrastructure environments and the practical measures used to control them.

• Occupational Health Hazards
Exploring workplace health risks including noise, vibration, hazardous substances, manual handling and wellbeing considerations.

• Emergency Procedures and Incident Response
Understanding how to respond appropriately to emergencies, accidents, incidents and near misses in accordance with workplace procedures.

• Water Industry Operations
Developing an understanding of the water industry's operational environment, including water treatment, distribution, wastewater processes and associated infrastructure.

• Working Safely on Water Industry Sites
Understanding the hazards and control measures associated with water industry environments, including treatment works, pumping stations, reservoirs and water networks.

• Confined Space and Biological Hazard Awareness
Exploring common hazards associated with water and wastewater operations, including confined spaces, harmful microorganisms and contaminated environments.

• Safe Systems of Work
Understanding permits to work, risk assessments, method statements and other procedures used to safely manage work activities and minimise risk.

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Learning about the selection, use, maintenance and limitations of personal protective equipment commonly used within the water industry.

• Protecting the Public and Water Quality
Understanding the importance of maintaining water quality, safeguarding public health and following hygiene and contamination prevention procedures.

• Behavioural Safety and Safety Culture
Recognising how personal attitudes and behaviours contribute to a positive safety culture and support the prevention of incidents and accidents.

• Assessment
Delegates will complete the EUSR assessment to demonstrate their understanding of the SHEA Water modules and the health, safety and environmental principles required when working within the water industry.