
SPA Petrol Retail Safety Passport Training
The SPA Petrol Retail Safety Passport provides delegates with the essential health and safety knowledge required to work safely on petrol filling station forecourts and associated retail sites. The course focuses on the specific hazards and risks present within the petroleum retail industry, helping delegates understand their responsibilities, comply with site safety requirements and contribute to maintaining safe working environments. Successful completion demonstrates a recognised level of health and safety awareness for those working on petrol retail sites.
• Introduction to the SPA Petrol Retail Safety Passport Scheme
An overview of the Safety Passport scheme, its purpose and the importance of maintaining high standards of health and safety within the petrol retail sector.
• Health and Safety Responsibilities
Understanding the legal responsibilities of employers, employees, contractors and site personnel in maintaining a safe workplace.
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
Learning how workplace hazards are identified, assessed and controlled to reduce risks to people, property and the environment.
• Petrol Retail Site Hazards
Understanding the specific hazards associated with petrol filling stations, including fuel storage, dispensing equipment, vehicle movements and public access areas.
• Fire and Explosion Risks
Exploring the causes of fires and explosions on petrol retail sites and the measures required to prevent incidents involving flammable substances.
• Safe Systems of Work and Permit Procedures
Understanding the importance of following site procedures, permits to work and approved safe systems when carrying out maintenance, construction or operational activities.
• Environmental Awareness
Learning about environmental risks associated with petrol retail operations, including spill prevention, pollution control and environmental protection measures.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Understanding the selection, use and maintenance of PPE and its role in reducing workplace risks.
• Emergency Procedures and Incident Reporting
Learning how to respond appropriately to emergencies, accidents, near misses and potential fuel-related incidents.
• Working Safely Around Vehicles and Members of the Public
Understanding the risks associated with vehicle movements and public access areas, and the precautions required to maintain safety.
• Behavioural Safety and Safety Culture
Exploring how individual attitudes and behaviours contribute to a positive safety culture and accident prevention.
• Assessment
Delegates complete the SPA assessment to demonstrate their understanding of the course content and the health and safety requirements relevant to petrol retail environments.
Training is delivered through a combination of:
- Instructor-led teaching
- Technical presentations
- Group discussions
- Interactive learning activities
- Industry examples and case studies
Delegates are encouraged to actively participate throughout the course to develop their understanding of petrol retail site hazards and safe working practices.
This course is designed for contractors, engineers, maintenance personnel, construction workers, supervisors and other personnel who work on petrol filling stations and petrol retail sites. It is suitable for anyone requiring access to these environments and needing a recognised health and safety qualification.
There are no formal prerequisites for this course.