Safe in Waste

Protecting people. Preventing harm. Creating safer workplaces.

The resources and waste sector presents a unique set of health and safety challenges. From vehicle movements and machinery to waste handling and hazardous materials, the risks faced by workers are unlike those in many other industries.

This practical course explores the real-world health and safety issues encountered across the sector, helping you understand the hazards, recognise risks, and apply effective control measures. Through industry-specific examples and case studies, you'll gain the knowledge needed to support safer working practices and contribute to a strong safety culture within your organisation.

Course Details

Format: Online

Duration: 2.5 hours

Entry requirements: None

 



About this course

Health and safety is everyone's responsibility. Build your understanding of the risks facing the waste and resources sector, develop practical skills to manage them effectively, and help create safer workplaces for your colleagues and communities.

Sector-specific safety knowledge

Understand the health and safety risks that are unique to resource and waste management operations and how they differ from those in other industries.

Learning from real incidents

Explore real-life health and safety incidents from across the sector and discover practical lessons that can be applied to help prevent accidents and injuries.

Understanding the wider context

Gain insight into current health and safety trends and statistics within the sector, and understand what they mean for your organisation and day-to-day role.

Practical risk management skills

Develop the confidence to identify potential hazards, assess risks, and implement appropriate control measures in resource and waste management environments.

Interactive learning experience

Take part in discussions, exercises, and practical activities designed to reinforce learning and encourage the application of best practice.

Professional development

Receive a certificate of completion and contribute 2.5 hours towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

This course is suitable for anyone working in, supporting, or managing resource and waste management operations.

It is particularly valuable for:

  • Operatives looking to strengthen their understanding of safe working practices
  • Supervisors and managers responsible for team safety and operational performance
  • Local authority officers and staff involved in resource and waste management services
  • Teams seeking health and safety training tailored specifically to the waste sector
  • Technical professionals, consultants, sales teams, and project managers who require sector-specific safety awareness
  • Individuals new to the sector who want to build a strong foundation in health and safety

No prior knowledge is required, making this course accessible to learners at all experience levels.



Upcoming courses

View the timings for virtual sessions below.

  • Session 1 - 8th October - 09:30-12:00


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Active CIWM members are eligible for a 20% discount on this course. Your discount will be applied automatically at checkout when you are logged in and book using your CIWM member details.

Select your preferred date and time from the options below.

Date Duration Location Price
08/10/2026 n/a Online £295.00
2.5 CPD
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