Highfield – Level 3 International Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace
About Course
This qualification is aimed at learners already working in the capacity of supervisor, manager or team leader and also those who are preparing to start work at this level.
The qualification provides learners with an understanding of:
• the requirements of health, safety and welfare;
• the benefits of a health and safety management system;
• the risks and control methods for common workplace hazards;
• the principles of risk assessment and incident investigation.
What next?
Individuals achieving this qualification can then progress onto:
• Highfield Level 3 Award in Risk Assessment (RQF)
• Highfield Level 4 International Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace
• Highfield Level 4 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (RQF)
Assessment Methods
This qualification is assessed by a multiple-choice question examination. This method of assessment is an end-of-course exam and must follow the Highfield Qualifications Examination and Invigilation Procedures. The examination for this qualification contains 45 questions that must be completed within 90 minutes. Successful learners must achieve a score of at least 30 out of 45 (66%). Learners will achieve a Distinction at 36 out of 60 (80%).
Course Content
1. Understand the requirements for health, safety and welfare in the workplace
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1.1 Outline the welfare provisions that should be made by the employer
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1.2 Outline ways that health and safety information can be communicated
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1.3 Define the terms ‘incident’, ‘accident’ and ‘occupational ill health’
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1.4 Describe the main causes of injuries and ill health at work
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