Description

The Safety, Health & Environmental Awareness (SHEA) Core scheme is a one-day training programme designed for individuals who require access to operational sites, both permanent and temporary, at all levels including operatives, supervisors and managers.

It provides evidence that an individual has demonstrated an appropriate level of knowledge, understanding and behavioural awareness.

Individuals must successfully complete training and assessment for all 6 modules.

It is developed in collaboration with employers and key stakeholders from across the industries in the energy and utilities sector to improve the safety of the workforce and reduce costs associated with injury, illness or accidents.

Modules

The SHEA Core programme consists of the following 6 modules, relevant for all utility industries:

Module 1: Understanding our workplace responsibilities
Module 2: Understanding the effects of our work on the environment
Module 3: Identifying and controlling risks
Module 4: Common hazards and controls in the workplace
Module 5: Occupational health hazards
Module 6: Responding to emergencies