Level 2/5 Health and Safety

The Level 2/5 Health and Safety is a 1-day award in workplace health and safety, and is perfect for all employees, especially those in a responsible role, such as a safety representative within their organization.

Description

The Health and Safety in the Workplace course is a focused 1-day training program designed to provide participants with a foundational understanding of workplace health and safety principles. The course addresses key topics such as roles and responsibilities, incident reporting, workplace hygiene, risk assessments, and the management of minor injuries, creating a solid platform for further training and career development.

Participants will learn how to identify potential hazards, apply preventative measures, and respond effectively to common workplace incidents. The training emphasizes the importance of maintaining a safe and healthy environment, understanding legal requirements, and fostering a culture of safety awareness.

By the end of the course, learners will be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to contribute proactively to workplace safety, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and laying the groundwork for advanced certifications or career advancement in health and safety roles.

Certification Details

Upon successfully completing the course, participants will earn their choice of nationally recognized qualifications from the following:-

  • FAA Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (RQF)
  • Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace at SCQF Level 5 (SQCF)

The certificate does not expire, however refresher training is recommended.

Content

  • Roles and responsibilities for health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
  • Value and process of risk assessments.
  • Identification and control of workplace hazards.
  • Respond to workplace incidents and accidents

Delivery

6 hours + breaks, typically delivered in one day in the classroom, on-site or online. If required this can be broken into 2-3 smaller sessions delivered over a maximum of 3 weeks.

If you’d like the multiple smaller sessions options, please get in touch.

 

For on-site delivery, please get in touch.

Prerequisites

Minimum Age: 16 years old (18 years old for online delivery)

What Next?

Next could come specialising in an area, such as:-

  • Level 3 Award in Risk Assessment (RQF) or
  • First Aid Appointed Person or
  • Level 2/5 Award in Fire Safety (RQF/SQCF) or
  • Level 3 Award in Health & Safety

If you need advice, get in touch, and we’d be delighted to discuss options with you.

Who is it For?

This comprehensive introduction to workplace health and safety is perfect for all employees, especially those in a responsible role, such as a safety representative within their organization.

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