Health and safety: training and induction

e-learning courses

e-learning courses are available to schools on a range of health and safety topics on iLearn+, the HCC e-learning platform:

i-Learn+

For school users without an account: Click on create a new account,  fill in the request form with your details and when the account has been approved, you’ll receive an email with a web link to confirm. If you have any difficulties using the form, please email ilearn@hertfordshire.gov.uk . Note - There is a cost for schools to register.

Health and safety courses

Health and safety training courses run by the Health and Safety team can be booked online via the HFL  Hub, the following courses are run each term (you’ll need to be logged into HFL Hub for the direct hyperlinks to each course, alternatively search by course name or course code)

Asbestos management in schools (HAS-A-002) – delivered via webinar
2 July 2025, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Asbestos Management in Schools (Webinar) HAS-A-25-002
11 November 2025, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
20 January 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
12 March 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
16 June 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Asbestos Management in Schools classroom session HAS-A-25-003
22 October 2025, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
2 December 2025, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
5 February 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
23 April 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

COSHH and Legionella HAS-A-25-006
6 November 2025, 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
10 February 2026, 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
14 May 2026, 9:30 AM -12:30 PM

Fire safety and fire risk assessment HAS-A-001
8 July 2025, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Fire Safety and Risk assessment HAS-A-25-001
7 October 2025, 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
12 March 2026, 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
7^th July 2026 9:30 AM -12:30 PM

Health and Safety for site managers and caretakers (includes asbestos management training) HAS-A-25-005
23 September 2025, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
19 March 2026, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
24 June 2026, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Health & Safety for School Business Managers 2025/26
14th October 2025, 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
4th March 2026, 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
3rd  June 2026, 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Working at height and ladder safety HAS-A-25-004
27 November 2025, 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
5 March 2026, 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
4 June 2026, 9:30 AM -12:30 PM

Training matrix

The training matrix identifies possible health and safety related training courses, if they are mandatory, optional or recommended, refresher training periods and possible contacts.

Induction for new employees

On taking up a new appointment, line managers have a duty to ensure that all new members of staff receive an effective health & safety induction, and understand the relevant information given.

The new employee should be advised on the school policies and procedures that will allow them to work safely, which will include arrangements for first aid, fire and evacuation etc.

The focus here should be on those significant issues which are likely to occur in the new employee's role.

In addition people changing jobs or taking on extra responsibilities need to know about any new health and safety implications.