Course Description
This short course provides you with an introduction to the Provision and Use of Work Equipment
Regulations, otherwise known as PUWER.
The course starts by explaining the purpose of PUWER, and then turns to look at the types of
equipment that fall under this legislation. This is followed by an explanation as to the responsibilities
both employers and employees have under the regulations.
Next, the course explores the common hazards associated with the use of work equipment; before
moving on to look at different methods of guarding available to keep you safe from injury.
Finally, the course explores the requirements with respect to equipment inspection and
maintenance under the regulations.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you will learn:
- What PUWER stands for
- The Equipment Listed Under PUWER.
- The Responsibilities of the Employer/Employee Under PUWER.
- The common Hazards of Using Work Equipment.
- The different methods of guarding
- How to safety inspect equipment
Target Audience
This course is aimed at anyone in the workplace that uses machinery. This could include site
supervisors or managers.
Advantages
Understanding how work equipment is maintained safe for use, in a safe condition and suitable for
the intended use.
Online training is flexible, efficient and cost effective meaning the candidate can progress through
the modules at their own pace and in their own time, so they can fit the training in around their
work and personal life.
Further Progression
For those needing further safety in construction training, courses such as Working safely, CDM
Awareness and PPE should be completed alongside this one.
For Supervisors that want to continue to enhance their skills, courses such as Introduction to Risk
Assessment or Leadership Skills would make great next steps.
