All employees need to know how to work safely and without risks to health. Employers must provide clear instructions and information and adequate training for their employees.

Consider how much training is necessary.

Ensure everyone has the right level of information on, hazards and risks they may face, measures in place to deal with those hazards and risks, if necessary, how to follow any emergency procedures, some employees may have particular training needs, for example new recruits need basic induction training in how to work safely, including arrangements for first aid, fire and evacuation, people changing jobs or taking on extra responsibilities need to know about any new health and safety implications, young employees are particularly vulnerable to accidents and particular attention must be paid to their needs, so their training should be a priority.

Employee representatives or safety representatives will require training that reflects their responsibilities, some people’s skills may need updating by refresher training, employers need to think about any legal requirements for specific job training, e.g. for operating forklift trucks, telescopic handlers, site dumper trucks, excavators etc