Course Description
Is the Petrol Retail Forecourt Contractors course accredited by an official body?
In most cases the awarding body (SPA) will audit the centre to ensure the correct standard of teaching. Visit SPA web site
What is the SPA - Petrol Retail Forecourt Contractors course?
Category: Petrol
Level: Beginner
The Course Aim is to build on the basic Health and Safety information of the Core Day programme by concentrating on risks specifically found with working on a Petrol Filling Station.
To allow delegates to recognise hazards, utilise control measures and safe working practices and maintain a safe working environment.
How long is the SPA - Petrol Retail Forecourt Contractors certificate valid for?
The SPA Petrol Retail Forecourt Contractors course certificate has 3 years validity.
It is recommended that you check with your course tutor for information on SPA - Petrol Retail Forecourt Contractors refresher courses and their recommended frequency or the next step qualification.
Who is the SPA - Petrol Retail Forecourt Contractors course designed for?
The SPA Safety Passport is a requirement for all contractors undertaking work on petrol filling stations.
What subjects does the SPA - Petrol Retail Forecourt Contractors course cover?
MODULE 1:
Hazards on a Petrol Filling Station
Module Content:-
Types of hazards
Fuel hazards
Fuel properties
DSEAR
Restricted areas on a petrol forecourt
Hazardous areas
Zone classification
Delivery hazards
Vapour recovery
Customer hazards
Other hazards
Contractor hazards
MODULE 2:
Controlling Work on a Forecourt
Module Content:-
Communication
Documentation
Safety method statements
Clearance certificates
Permits to work
Task classification
How is the SPA - Petrol Retail Forecourt Contractors course assessed?
Module 1: complete a hazard spotting based exercise on a picture of a petrol station.
Module 2: complete a risk assessment based on your own work task at your petrol station and,determine control measures to reduce risk.
What certificate do I get for passing the SPA - Petrol Retail Forecourt Contractors course?
SPAÂ Petrol Retail Forecourt Contractors Passport valid for 3 years.
