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CIEH Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace
Who needs this qualification?
Suitable to everyone at work. This new qualification is designed to ensure that all employees are aware of their own safety and the safety of customers, contractors and the public. It is a recommended qualification for any private or public sector environment.
Topics Covered:
Ø Legislation
Ø Health
Ø Safety
Ø Welfare
Ø The workplace and workplace equipment
Ø Risk assessment
Ø Manual handling
Ø Hazardous substances
Ø Ergonomics and workstation design
Ø Transport and vehicles
Ø Noise and vibration
Outcomes
On completing this qualification candidates will be able to:
v Understand the principles of accident prevention
v Understand that risk assessment is an important technique for accident and ill health prevention
v Understand the risks associated with manual handling
v Appreciate the nature and risks of hazardous substances
v Understand how workplace equipment and task design affect health and safety
v Understand the potential long and short-term effects of exposure to noise and vibration
Duration: One-day program
Assessment: Multiple choice examination
Ofqual Accredited: Yes
Ofqual qualification reference: 100/5914/3 Prerequisite: None
Refreshment of this qualification is recommended at least every 3 years.
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