Overview

Over 200 people are killed each year in accidents at work and over one million people are injured.  Over two million suffer illnesses caused by, or made worse by, their work. Preventing accidents and ill health caused by work is a key priority for everyone at work.

As the owner or manager of a business you know that competent employees are valuable.

Qualification Content

Health and Safety Level 1

This qualification focuses on the importance of maintaining health and safety and ensuring that employee actions reduce risks in the workplace. Candidates will gain a sound first level understanding of all aspects of health and safety including legislation, fire procedures, chemical safety, manual handling and personal protective equipment.

Health and Safety Manufacturing

This qualification focuses on the importance of maintaining health and safety in a manufacturing environment. Candidates will understand the hazards associated with operating dangerous equipment, handling hazardous goods and moving and handling products.

Health and Safety in the Workplace Level 2

The aim of the HABC Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace qualification is to provide candidates with knowledge of the basic Health and Safety practices that are essential in the workplace. This includes the hazards and risks presented in the workplace along with the relevant legislation, and ensures awareness of cost-effective, practical control methods.

Benefits

Providing health and safety information and training helps you to

Ensure your employees are not injured or made ill by the work they do;
Develop a positive health and safety culture, where safe and healthy working becomes second nature to everyone;
Find out how you could manage health and safety better;
Meet your legal duty to protect the health and safety of your employees

Applicable to

This qualification is for any person who is involved in all Health and Safety aspects or would like an insight into the practices and procedures