Temporary Works for Designated Individuals and Directors
- Qualifications and requirements of the Designated Individual.
- Definition of Temporary Works and the latest BS5975:2019.
- Outlining the "Three P's" PEOPLE, PROCESS, PRODUCTS.
- Directors responsibilities and the ‘Designated Individual role’.
- Good practice for Writing company procedures as a Designated individual.
Overview
This course focuses on educating individuals about the responsibilities and qualifications of a Designated Individual in managing Temporary Works, as per the latest BS5975:2019 standards. It covers legal aspects, key documents, and procedures related to temporary works, emphasizing the roles of clients, designers, contractors, and the PCTWC and TWC. Participants learn about categorizing temporary works, assessing individuals, and staying updated with industry bulletins. The course aims to enhance understanding of temporary works processes and products used in construction projects.
Who should attend
Designated Individuals, Temporary Works Coordinators, Supervisors.
Course Content
This comprehensive course is specifically designed for Temporary Works Designated Individuals & Directorswho are responsible for overseeing the management and governance of temporary works within their organisation. It provides a clear understanding of the role of the Designated Individual (DI) as outlined in BS5975:2019, including legal duties, best practice, and procedural oversight.
The course covers essential elements such as relevant legislation, company procedures, key appointments, and current guidance from the Temporary Works Forum. Delegates will leave with the knowledge and tools required to ensure safe, compliant, and effective management of temporary works
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Purpose and Reason Why
The purpose of this course is to provide individuals appointed as the Designated Individual (DI) with the knowledge, confidence, and competence required to effectively oversee the management of temporary works within their organisation. Aligned with the latest updates in BS5975:2019, the course ensures participants fully understand their legal responsibilities, the key processes and procedures involved, and the importance of maintaining robust oversight of Temporary Works Coordinators (TWCs) and Supervisors (TWSs).
This course aims to support the development of safe systems of work, promote compliance with health and safety legislation, and help organisations establish consistent, effective procedures for managing temporary works risk.
Who Should Attend
Location
Course Syllabus
Day 1
Course content:
- Qualifications and requirements of the Designated Individual.
- Definition of Temporary Works and the latest BS5975:2019.
- What could be Temporary works and an outline of examples.
- Background to Temporary Works from the Bragg report leading to the BS5975:2019 publication with latest responsibilities updates.
- Outlining the “Three P’s” PEOPLE, PROCESS, PRODUCTS.
- People – Principal roles and responsibilities and human failure
- Process – Health and Safety legislation relating to temporary works HASAWA 1974, MHSWR 1999, PPE 1992, WAHR 2005, LOLER 1998, PUWER 1998, CDM 2015. Legalities in relation to temporary works.
- Process continued :- key documents for managing temporary works and running through good examples.
- Categorising Temporary works
- Process flow charts and various configurations
- Main changes in the latest code of practice :- BS5975:2019 and out lining the duties and procedures of clients, designers, contractors and the PCTWC and TWC
- Directors responsibilities and the ‘Designated Individual role’ while acting as the Principal contractors DI or subcontractors DI.
- Good practice for Writing company procedures as a Designated individual and being wary of the latest updates in accordance with the the latest rules outlines in the BS5975:2019.
- Designates individuals assessments for Temporary works coordinators and supervisors
- Designated individuals letter of appointments for TWC and TWS’s
- The Temporary Works Forum awareness for bulletins and publications and latest Temporary works updates.
