Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace

Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (RQF)

Course Overview

Employers have a legal responsibility to protect the health, safety, and welfare of their employees and others who may be affected by their business activities. This includes ensuring employees receive adequate information, instruction, and training to perform their roles safely.

The Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (RQF) is ideal for all employees, helping them develop a comprehensive understanding of health and safety principles and the role everyone plays in maintaining a safe work environment. Delivered in just one day, this regulated and nationally recognised qualification enhances workplace safety awareness with minimal disruption to business operations.

What’s Covered?

• Roles and responsibilities of employers and employees

• Health and safety laws, including:

  • Penalties for non-compliance

  • Training and competence in the workplace

  • Communicating health and safety information

• Risk assessments and the risk control hierarchy

• Identifying and controlling risks from common workplace hazards:

  • Slips, trips, and falls

  • Manual handling

  • Fire safety

  • Working from height

  • Electricity

  • Hazardous substances

  • Workplace conditions

  • Ergonomics

  • Equipment

  • Noise and vibration

  • Transport and vehicles

  • Violence

  • Smoking, alcohol, and drugs

  • Stress

• Procedures for responding to accidents and incidents

• Recording incidents, accidents, and ill health

This one-day course is Ofqual regulated, and refresher training is recommended every three years.

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