PUWER Awareness
The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) exist to protect employees from injury caused by improper use or maintenance of work equipment. This PUWER Awareness Training Course provides essential knowledge to help both employers and employees use machinery and tools safely, carry out necessary checks, and meet legal safety standards.
Whether it’s handheld tools or heavy industrial machinery, equipment must be properly maintained and used in line with PUWER guidelines. This course covers everything from responsibilities under PUWER, to understanding Safe Standard, and applying protective measures such as guards and emergency stop controls.
£19.80
25
MINUTES
20
QUESTIONS
Unlimited
ATTEMPTS
Instant Digital
CERTIFICATION
What You'll Learn From This Course
Understand what PUWER is and how it applies to your workplace.
Recognise the shared responsibilities of employers and employees under PUWER.
Learn how to safely use and maintain a wide range of work equipment.
Identify what Safe Standard means and why equipment inspection is crucial.
Understand how guards, stop controls, and other protective measures reduce risks.
Accidents caused by unsafe equipment are preventable. This course simplifies PUWER compliance by breaking down key safety practices and legal obligations into digestible lessons. It's designed to build confidence in recognising risks, applying control measures, and maintaining safe working conditions with all types of work equipment.
Instant certification helps demonstrate your commitment to health, safety, and legal compliance.Failing to meet PUWER obligations can lead to serious injuries, legal consequences, and financial penalties. It’s essential that every worker and employer understands how to manage equipment-related risks.
This training helps ensure equipment is used responsibly, reduces workplace incidents, and supports a culture of safety and accountability.Employees who use or supervise work equipment.
Team leaders, supervisors, and site managers.
Health and safety officers.
Business owners and employers responsible for workplace safety.
Section 1: Responsibilities of Employers & Employees
Gain a clear understanding of each party’s duty to ensure work equipment is used safely and correctly under PUWER.
Section 2: Understanding Safe Standard
Explore the importance of keeping equipment well-maintained, inspected, and tested to meet legal and safety expectations.
Section 3: Protection and Control Measures
Learn how guards, emergency stop controls, and other safeguards reduce the risk of injury when using dangerous machinery.
Section 4: Practical Responsibilities in Action
Review the everyday actions employers and employees should take to remain PUWER compliant and create a safe work environment.
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