Woodworking Machine Safety Training
Details
Ensuring the safe use of woodworking machinery is essential for workplace safety and legal compliance. The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998, Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002 mandate that employers provide adequate training to minimize risks and prevent accidents.
Who is the course aimed at?
Anyone who uses this equipment at work and those responsible for supervising them.
Course Objectives
This Woodworking Machine Safety Training Course provides essential knowledge on machine operation, risk assessment, guarding systems, and maintenance, following HSE guidelines and industry best practices. Participants will learn how to operate woodworking machinery safely, conduct pre-use inspections, and ensure compliance with UK safety standards.
Ideal for carpenters, joiners, furniture makers, site managers, and safety officers, this training equips professionals with the expertise needed to use woodworking machines effectively, reducing workplace risks and improving operational efficiency.
Certification
This course certification is provided by Safetymen
Validation Length
Upon completion this course certification is valid for 3 year(s)
Training Methods
- Classroom
- Client Premises
Course Duration
The length of this course is One Day
Pricing
| Number of Learners | Per Person | Premium Price * |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - 3 | £225 | £255 |
| 4 - 4 | £210 | £240 |
| 5 - 5 | £175 | £205 |
| 6 - 7 | £150 | £180 |
| 8 - 10 | £140 | £170 |
| 11 - 11 | £130 | £160 |
| 12 - 12 | £120 | £150 |
* Our premium price is for courses that are held during the evenings or on weekends for your convenience
Prerequisites
The following list of prerequisites are required to take this course:
- 16 years or older
- able to physically undertake practical tasks
- free from the effects of drugs and alcohol
- fluent in spoken and written English
What to Bring
The following items are required to bring on the day of the course:
- Valid Photo ID - For example Passport or Driving License
- Clean comfortable clothing, suitable for classroom
- Lunch - if attending our Training Centre (although there are many local eateries nearby) - tea and coffee are provided
- PPE (Hi-Vis, Gloves, Hard Hat, Safety Shoes, Cold/Wet weather clothing) - (If in-person classroom course)
Course Content
- Statutory requirements
- Workplace checks
- Machine checks
- Personal checks
- Practical use of the equipment
- Hazards arising from the use
- Precautions to be observed
- Post use checks