Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety

Qualification outline

The course is made up of 4 mandatory units:

• Unit 1 Introduction to the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974).
• Unit 2 Hazards, risks and risk assessment.
• Unit 3 Electricity, hazardous substances and fire safety.
• Unit 4 Work equipment, personal protective equipment and first aid

Who should attend?

Ideal for those who have a basic understanding of Health & Safety issues but wish to progress; to develop and expand their knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety in the workplace.

Aim of the course

The qualification aim is to improve and expand on your current knowledge; leading to a better understanding of what promotes a healthy and safe working environment.

Benefits to the employer

The qualification is designed to provide the employee with an awareness of how to maintain a safe and healthy working environment.

Benefits for the attendee

Your improved knowledge and understanding should raise your awareness to any Health & Safety issues in the workplace.

Duration

The course can be delivered as a 3 day course at the HUB, alternatively delivered in the workplace with regular visits by an assessor.

Entry requirements

No formal qualifications are required. However, it would be advisable to have a basic understanding of health and safety in the workplace.

Progression

On completion of this course, learners could progress to Level 3 H&S qualification.