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Award in Health & Safety in the Workplace Level 2
This is a qualification designed to provide basic knowledge and understanding of the principles of Health and Safety for employees working within any sector.
Awarded by: Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH).
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Employers have responsibilities for the health and safety of their employees. They are also responsible for any visitors to their premises such as customers, suppliers and the general public. As an employee, you have rights, and you have responsibilities for your own wellbeing and that of your colleagues. Find out what these rights and responsibilities are as well as how you can become a health and safety representative at your place of work. Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
Define health and safety and its significance
Explain the costs and benefits to businesses of good/poor health and safety
Explain the roles of government, local authorities, employers and employees
Outline the main features of current health and safety legislation
List and describe the most common types of workplace injuries and accidents
Identify and describe common hazards in the workplace
Identify measures to prevent injuries and accidents
Outline control measures for the most common workplace hazards
Explain the significance of health and safety policies and good working practices
Describe the main characteristics of a healthy, safe workplace
Who should take this qualification?
Any employee within any sector.
Assessment: Multiple choice question examination
Duration: 1 day.
