Working Safely in Engineering

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
Y/505/5332
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know about health and safety in the workplace.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Identify the key features of legislation, policy and procedures for an engineering workplace.
  • 1.2
    Outline responsibilities of employees in relation to health and safety.
2

Know about accident and emergency procedures.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Outline the actions that need to be taken if there is an accident in an engineering workplace.
3

Know how to work safely in an engineering environment.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Outline procedures for handling materials and equipment for a given engineering activity.
  • 3.2
    Identify risks associated with one engineering activity.
  • 3.3
    Identify the control measures to be used to minimise risk for a given engineering environment.
4

Be able to apply safe working practices and procedures.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Prepare for and carry out an activity in the engineering workshop safely.