Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace

Achievement of this regulated qualification will enable learners to work safely and to recognise and deal with hazards in the workplace. The aim of the qualification is to provide candidates with knowledge of the basic health and safety practices essential in the workplace. This includes the hazards and risks along with the relevant legislation, and ensures awareness of cost-effective, practical control methods. This qualification is applicable for any private or public sector working environment and provides employees with an awareness of their own safety, as well as the safety of customers, contractors and members of the public.

Topics covered in this course include:

-Accidents and ill health

-Slips, trips and falls

-Health and Safety law

-Risk assessment

-Hazardous substances

-Personal protective equipment

-Workplace health, safety and welfare

-Fire Prevention

-First Aid

-Work equipment and electricity

-Occupational health and noise