Overview
The ProQual Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety is a UK vocational qualification designed for health and safety practitioners who need to demonstrate competence in workplace health and safety management. This qualification provides essential skills and knowledge required for identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing effective safety management systems in various workplace environments.
ZTC's delivery combines theoretical knowledge with practical workplace assessment, ensuring learners can demonstrate real-world competence in health and safety management while meeting UK occupational standards.
Objectives
- Develop competence in workplace health and safety management.
- Build practical skills in hazard identification and risk assessment.
- Master safety management systems and legal compliance.
- Demonstrate ability to implement effective health and safety controls.
Entry Requirements
- Minimum age of 18 years.
- Basic understanding of workplace health and safety.
- Current employment in a health and safety role.
- Access to workplace for practical assessment.
Who Should Attend?
Health and safety officers, safety coordinators, workplace safety representatives, supervisors with health and safety responsibilities, and professionals seeking to develop competence in occupational health and safety.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate competence in identifying workplace hazards and assessing risks.
- Develop and implement effective health and safety management systems.
- Apply legal requirements and industry standards for health and safety.
- Conduct workplace inspections and safety audits.
- Promote positive health and safety culture in the workplace.
Course Details
Mandatory Units
- Unit 301: Ensure responsibility for actions to reduce risks to health and safety.
- Unit 302: Develop procedures to safely control work operations.
- Unit 303: Monitor procedures to safely control work operations.
- Unit 304: Promote a culture of health and safety in the workplace.
- Unit 305: Conduct a health and safety risk assessment of the workplace.
Optional Units (Select 2)
- Unit 306: Investigate and evaluate health and safety incidents and complaints.
- Unit 307: Make sure actions in the workplace aim to protect the environment.
- Unit 308: Review health and safety procedures in the workplace.
- Unit 309: Supervise the health, safety and welfare of a learner in the workplace.
6-12 months duration depending on learner pace and workplace opportunities. Assessment methods include:
- Workplace observation and professional discussion.
- Portfolio of evidence demonstrating competence.
- Witness testimonies from workplace supervisors.
- Reflective accounts of workplace practice.
- Work products and documentation.
- Professional questioning on knowledge and understanding.
- Upon successful completion, learners receive ProQual Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.
- Qualification is regulated by Ofqual and equivalent to A-level standard.
- Recognized by IOSH for Technical membership and progression to higher qualifications.
- Provides foundation for progression to Level 6 qualifications.
- Enhances career opportunities in health and safety management.
Support & Resources
Learners receive comprehensive study materials, workplace assessment guidance, access to online resources, tutor support throughout the qualification, and assistance with portfolio development and evidence collection.
FAQs
Evidence must demonstrate real workplace competence in health and safety activities, including risk assessments, safety inspections, training delivery, and implementation of safety controls in your actual work environment.
This Level 3 qualification provides the foundation for IOSH Technical membership and supports progression to higher-level qualifications required for Graduate and Chartered membership.
This qualification supports progression to health and safety officer roles, safety coordinator positions, and provides the foundation for advanced health and safety qualifications.
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