Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace
Course Duration
6 Hours (3 Days)
Course Overview
This qualification is aimed at learners in a variety of work environments and develops awareness of health and safety within an organisation. The course provides essential knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace under UK health and safety legislation and is an ideal platform for higher level training or career development.
Who Is This Course For?
Employees across all industries and work environments
Those new to the workplace
Anyone seeking foundational health and safety knowledge
Those looking to progress to higher level health and safety qualifications
What Does the Course Cover?
Understand the roles and responsibilities for health, safety and welfare in the workplace
Understand how risk assessments contribute to health and safety
Understand how to identify and control the risks from common workplace hazards
Know the procedures for responding to accidents and incidents in the workplace
Delivery Options
Classroom (Face to Face) 6 hours minimum contact time, delivered in 1 day or over a maximum of 3 weeks (minimum 2 hours per session).
Distance Learning Self-study and webinars or continuous contact between the learner and trainer/assessor.
Self-Study (Blended) 7 hours total qualification time with a minimum of 3 hours contact time via video conferencing (including assessment), completed over a maximum of 3 weeks.
Continuous Video Contact 6 guided learning hours and 7 hours total qualification time, delivered via video conferencing in a classroom-style format with continuous contact between learners and trainer/assessor.
Assessment Method
There is no grading of the assessment – learners either pass or are referred.
Classroom-based: Written assessment
Distance learning: Professional discussion with the trainer/assessor through video conferencing software
Certification
On successful completion, delegates receive the Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace.