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Safety and Health at Work

  • Analyse the duties of employers and employees as specified incurrent Safety, Health and Welfare at work legistlation
  • Examine the role of the Health and Safety Authority
  • Explore the role of communication and training in the promotionand provision of health and safety in the workplace
  • Comment on the elements and functions of the safety statement
  • Summarise the factors which contribute to safe and healthyworking environments
  • Outline the principles and procedures of good housekeeping inthe workplace
  • Explain the causes, prevention, emergency procedures,reporting and recording of accidents and dangerous occurrences
  • Analyse the causes and prevention of fire related events toinclude identification of emergency procedures, the fire triangleand fire equipment
  • Comment on specific hazards and risks when working withequipment to include mechanical and electrical equipment
  • Investigate how personal protective equipment (PPE) is used inthe workplace
  • Explore appropriate procedures for use and disposal ofhazardous materials and waste in the workplace to include
Updated on 08 November, 2015

About Central College Limerick

Central College Limerick - College of Further Education provides a range of courses both Full-time day courses, Part-time evening courses and courses under the Back to Education Initiative to students in the Mid-West Region.

All couses delivered at the college are Quality Assured under FETACs quality assurance agreement.

Central College Limerick - College of Further Education was established in 1997. CCL is a College of Further Education offering an excellent range of professional career courses. CCL graduates enjoy professional qualifications certified and accredited by FETAC.

The College is located on Sexton Street and is just 5 minutes walk from the centre of Limerick City and is adjacent to the bus and railway station.

Facilities

The college has excellent facilities and is continually updating its specialist equipment on each of its courses to meet the advances of technology.  There are 4 fully networked computer rooms supported by HEA net 100 MB Fibre broadband.

Costs

There are no tuition fees. All courses are funded by the Irish Government under the National Development Plan 2007 to 2013. Students will be required to pay an acceptance fee in order to secure a place in the College. Students will also be responsible for other expenses such as exam fees, course material etc.

Work Experience

Work Experience is an integral part of each course. Many students secure permanent employment from their period of work experience.

Entry Requirements

It is important to note that the points system does not operate at Central College Limerick. The minimum entry requirements are:

  • Leaving Certificate or
  • Leaving Certificate Applied or
  • Leaving Certificate Vocational
  • Plus
  • A Personal Interview

Student Services

All student attending CCL have access to Career Guidance Services.  Students with Special Requirements attending the College can apply through the HEA for additional supports such as: Transport, Additional Tuition, PA, Scribe, etc. The college is fully wheelchair accessible.

Garda Vetting

All students are required to complete the Garda Vetting process.  Garda Vetting forms are available from the college on the offer of a place.

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