Level 2 Award in Health & Safety within the Workplace
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What will you learn?
- The roles and responsibilities of both employers and employees in maintaining a safe workplace
- How to identify workplace hazards and conduct effective risk assessments
- The importance of emergency procedures and accident reporting
- Practical methods for responding to accidents, near-misses, and workplace illness
- How to foster a culture of health and safety within your organisation
About the course
Overview
A safe workplace is a productive workplace, and ensuring your staff are trained in basic health and safety practices is essential. The Level 2 Award in Health & Safety within the Workplace equips your employees with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute to a safer, compliant working environment. Whether your team is new to the workforce or looking to improve their understanding of health and safety practices, this course provides the foundation they need.
This one-day, in-person course covers everything from legal responsibilities to practical hazard management, helping your organisation meet compliance standards and reduce the risk of accidents.
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for:
- Employees across all industries who need a foundational understanding of workplace health and safety
- New workers entering the workforce for the first time
- Supervisors or managers looking to improve their health and safety knowledge
Why It’s Essential
Maintaining a safe workplace is not only a regulatory requirement but also key to protecting employees and boosting productivity. The Level 2 Health & Safety Award ensures that your staff:
- Understand their legal responsibilities in health and safety
- Can identify hazards and mitigate risks effectively
- Contribute to a culture of safety, ensuring fewer incidents and a more productive work environment
- Know how to respond to emergencies, minimising accidents and injuries
Key Topics
- Employer & Employee Responsibilities – Understand legal duties and the importance of shared responsibility for safety.
- Risk Assessment – Learn how to identify, evaluate, and manage hazards in the workplace.
- Responding to Incidents – Practical steps for managing accidents, near-misses, and workplace illness.
- Emergency Procedures – How to develop and implement effective response plans.
- Accident Reporting – The importance of documenting and reporting workplace incidents to improve safety.
Course Agenda
This one-day training session is interactive, combining theory with practical discussions to ensure that participants leave with both knowledge and real-world skills:
- Morning: Introduction to health and safety responsibilities, legal requirements, and risk assessment
- Afternoon: Emergency response, hazard control, and accident reporting
Skills Gained / Future Opportunities
By completing this course, participants will:
- Receive a Level 2 Health & Safety in the Workplace certification, valid for 3 years
- Be equipped to contribute to a safer, more compliant workplace
- Gain confidence in identifying hazards, managing risks, and responding to incidents
- Help foster a culture of safety and reduce workplace accidents