Course Overview

This course provides practical training in workplace safety for personnel working on the ramp, in warehouses and around aircraft and ground equipment. Students learn how to identify hazards, use personal protective equipment correctly and follow safe working practices in a busy airport operational environment.

Who Should Attend

Aviation students preparing for a career in ground operations
New ramp, warehouse and ground-handling employees
Airport and airline staff working around aircraft and GSE
Job seekers targeting occupational health and safety roles

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Identify common workplace hazards on the ramp and in warehouses
Select and use Personal Protective Equipment correctly
Apply safe manual handling and equipment operating practices
Report incidents and respond appropriately to emergencies

Course Modules

Workplace safetyPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) Ramp safetyManual handling Working around aircraftNoise exposure Fire safetyEmergency procedures Workplace hazardsRisk assessment Incident reportingFirst-aid awareness Safe use of equipmentSlips trips and falls Occupational healthSafety culture

Practical Training

Students take part in hands-on exercises covering hazard identification, correct PPE use, manual handling techniques and emergency response, building safe working habits for the ramp and warehouse environment.

Career Opportunities

Health & Safety Officer
Ramp Safety Assistant
Warehouse Safety Coordinator
HSE Compliance Assistant

Occupational Health & Safety in Aviation