| Program Title: | ESYPP (Minimum Training of Designated Persons of Internal Protection and Prevention Services) |
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| Duration: | 36 hours |
| Dates: | September – December 2026 |
| Hours: | TBC |
| Instructor: | Maria Kyriakou |
| Location: | Limassol: C.D.A. College |
| Language: | Greek (English training program possible upon request) |
| Price: | €380 after HRDA subsidy (Initial Cost: €1,100) |
TRAINING PROGRAM – MULTI COMPANY VITAL IMPORTANCE
The purpose of the programme is to develop the specialized knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for the effective management of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) matters. The programme complies with the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Management (Training of Employees, Self-Employed Persons, Members of Internal Protection and Prevention Services (IPPS), Safety Representatives, and Members of Safety Committees) Decree of 2021 (K.D.P. 238/2021) and covers the minimum mandatory training duration of 35 hours for IPPS members.
Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will be able to contribute effectively to the management of Occupational Safety and Health matters within their organization and prepare Safety and Health Plans for both their employer and projects undertaken by the organization as a subcontractor.
Furthermore, the 36 training hours are recognized as part of the 130 hours of training required for individuals wishing to apply for the role of Safety and Health Officer with the Department of Labour Inspection.
Training Need
The need for training arises from organizations’ obligation to comply with Occupational Safety and Health legislation and regulations, as well as from requirements identified during inspections conducted by the Department of Labour Inspection.
Recent amendments to the relevant legislation and the increased emphasis on protecting the safety, health, and well-being of employees make it essential for individuals responsible for managing Occupational Safety and Health matters to acquire the appropriate knowledge and skills.
The programme has been designed to provide participants with both practical and legislative training, enabling them to identify hazards, implement legal requirements, and contribute to the creation of a safe and healthy working environment.
Who Should Attend
The programme is addressed to employees with Occupational Safety and Health responsibilities, including Safety and Health Officers, members of Safety and Health Committees, Safety Representatives, and employees from all sectors of economic activity.
Programme Content
- Occupational Safety and Health Legislation and Regulations
- Risk Assessment Process
- Basic Principles of Workplace Inspections
- Maintenance of Occupational Safety and Health Records
- Minimum Workplace Requirements
- Fire Safety
- Emergency Preparedness and Response Plans
- Safety Signage
- Ergonomics, Musculoskeletal Disorders, and Manual Handling Risks
- Chemical and Biological Agents
- Physical Agents
- Display Screen Equipment (DSE)
- Psychosocial Risks
- Mechanical Hazards and Work Equipment
- Electrical Hazards
- Working at Height and Occupational Safety and Health in Construction Projects
- Movement of People and Vehicles
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Participants who successfully complete the training programme will be awarded a Certificate of Attendance by MUSICERA Vocational Training Centre (VTC). The certificate will bear the logo of the Human Resource Development Authority of Cyprus (HRDA) as an approved training programme.
