Ever thought about how workplaces run smoothly? How everyone seems to know what they’re doing and there’s no accidents or health and safety hazards? That’s all thanks to the right training. There are some roles in the world that need to have the right training for jobs to be performed. Whether it’s forklift truck training for warehouse workers or PASMA training for those working with mobile access towers, making sure that everyone at work knows how to operate, work and keep others safe is crucial.
In this post, we’re going to talk about the importance of workplace training. We’ll look into a few different kinds of training, as well as look at the potential risks some roles carry. If you’re looking to learn fully about the importance of workplace training, look no further.
Why?
Workplace training is in place to ensure that people at work are safe. That’s the bottom line. It’s in employers’ interests to keep their employees safe (both morally and financially), just as it is important for workers to keep themselves safe (to protect their lives, prevent injury and sustain their income). For anyone that thinks they can roll casually into a job like tree cutting, commercial window cleaning or any other profession that involves a risk to life, they’re incredibly misguided. There are risks with these roles.
More often than not, accidents can occur in these workplaces. Both employers and employees need to do everything they can to ensure that risks are minimised through training and informing their staff. Surely, everyone wants to be safe at work. It makes sense that those working in environments with increased risks in the workplace have the relevant training to potentially minimise those risks. We’ve got some examples of training and jobs below.
Training for Work
We’ve thrown around a couple of training course titles, but you may have no idea what they mean. In this section, to further make our case, we’re going to look at what training is undertaken for various positions.
- PASMA Training
PASMA training involves the assembly, moving and packing of mobile access towers (scaffolding with wheels). It makes sure that those assembling and moving these towers understand the risks and regulations behind them. Those working on these towers can injure themselves if they are assembled incorrectly. This makes employers and those assembling the towers liable. With the right training, these risks are reduced.
- Working at Heights Training
For those working at heights (commercial window cleaners), the right training is going to be required. Training workers to safely work and manage equipment at this height can sometimes be the difference between life and death.
- Chainsaw Training
The obvious reasons behind chainsaw training should be clear, but for those that use them training is essential. Tree cutters, factory operators and other workers who use chainsaws should know how to properly and safely use, maintain and work with others whilst operating this equipment. The right training can minimise risk of injury.
- Forklift Truck Training
Knowing how to drive is one thing but understanding how to safely operate a forklift truck both in and outside can help to reduce workplace accidents and injuries. Workers using a forklift truck should undergo the right training in order to operate these machines properly.
- First Aid Training
This should be standard in most workplaces. Accidents can happen even in the ‘safest’ of workplaces, like offices. So, it’s essential to make sure there is a first aid trained person on site at all times. First aid response can prevent conditions from worsening, so it is crucial to make sure employers have a member of staff who is first aid trained.
- Confined Space Training
Working in a confined space isn’t easy, especially for the claustrophobic. There are safety risks when working in confined environments. A ship’s hull, a sewer, tunnels—an area where the air quality is reduced can cause potential health risks. Workers in confined spaces need to understand and be trained to work safely in these hazardous environments. Proper education keeps employees safe and covers employers too.
For those working in these potentially hazardous environments, the right training is essential. It makes sense for both employees and employers to ensure that the right training is provided so that risks of injury are significantly reduced. The importance of workplace training is paramount for those who take risks to perform their day-to-day roles. Without the right training, there could be an increased surge of accidents and injuries in the workplace. There are already are so many accidents and injuries that occur daily, so why increase that statistic further? Make sure that training is placed at the forefront of your business.
