Health and Safety Procedures in the Workplace

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
T/505/4673
Credits:
2
Guided learning hours:
16 hours

Assessment Guidance

N/A

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know health and safety procedures in the workplace.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Define the main responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace of the following:

    a) employers

    b) employees

  • 1.2

    Describe two health and safety laws affecting the workplace.

  • 1.3

    Define the importance of following health and safety procedures in the workplace.

  • 1.4

    Define the types of information or support available in relation to a specified aspect of health and safety in the workplace.

2

Be able to carry out tasks with regard to health and safety in the workplace.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Carry out a risk assessment of a specified workplace activity.

  • 2.2

    Use equipment or tools safely in the workplace.

  • 2.3

    Describe how to prevent accidents in the workplace.

  • 2.4

    Assess how own health and safety practices could be improved.