Health and Safety Awareness in a Working Environment

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
M/504/8693
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
24 hours

Assessment Guidance

n/a

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1 — Understand the key elements of health and safety policy at work.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Describe health and safety procedures for the organisation.
  • 1.2
    Describe the importance of first aid as part of health and safety policy.
  • 1.3
    Identify the personnel responsible for health and safety.
2 — Understand where potential hazards can occur in the workplace.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Select the key areas within the workplace which affect health and safety management.
  • 2.2
    Assess potential hazards within the workplace.
3 — Know how to maintain a safe environment in the workplace.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Describe ways of maintaining a safe working environment.
  • 3.2
    Explain the role that good housekeeping plays in maintaining a safe working environment.
4 — Understand the individual's responsibility for health and safety at work.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Explain the importance of using personal protective equipment.
  • 4.2
    Outline the correct procedures for manual handling.
  • 4.3
    Outline the correct procedures for the use of display screen equipment.
  • 4.4
    Explain the importance of controlling hazardous substances in the workplace.
  • 4.5
    Explain why it is important to report all accidents, diseases and dangerous occurrences in the workplace.
5 — Understand the procedures for fire prevention and evacuation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Identify the company procedure for evacuating the premises in an emergency.
  • 5.2
    Describe the key elements in fire prevention.
  • 5.3
    Explain the process of raising the alarm in the event of a fire.
6 — Understand the purpose of risk assessment.

Assessment Criteria

  • 6.1
    Differentiate between risks and hazards.
  • 6.2
    Describe the process of risk assessment.
  • 6.3
    Identify the potential hazards.
  • 6.4
    Explain the role of risk assessment in reducing accidents at work.
  • 6.5
    Assess the risks.