This unit is suitable for learners aged pre-16 and above. The qualification aims to offer an introduction to the basic principles of health and safety, including hazards and risks within the workplace.

Total Qualification Time (TQT): 20

Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 18

Credit value: 2

Assessment requirements: internally assessed mandatory workbook

About this qualification

This is a regulated qualification. The regulated number for this qualification is 600/5207/7.

This qualification may be eligible for funding. For further guidance on funding, please contact your local funding provider.

This qualification is suitable for use within a Study Programme.

Qualification purpose

This qualification is designed for a wide range of learners who want to develop their knowledge and understanding of health and safety.

This qualification will:

focus on the study of the basic principles of health and safety, including hazards and risks within the workplace.

Qualification objectives

• The objectives of this qualification are to help learners to:
• understand the importance of health and safety procedures
• raise awareness of the potential hazards and risks in the workplace
• understand implications of poor health and safety
• know key rights and responsibilities relating to health and safety