Introduction
The Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace is designed to provide learners with the essential knowledge and understanding of health and safety practices required in any workplace environment.
This nationally recognised qualification helps learners understand their responsibilities, identify workplace hazards, carry out risk assessments, and contribute to creating a safer working environment. It is suitable for employees across all sectors and industries and supports both workplace compliance and personal development.
Course code
OHHW
Location
Online
Duration
Learners will have 3 months to complete
Total Qualification Time – 10 hours
Entry Requirements
This qualification is ideal for:
- New employees
- Existing staff requiring health and safety awareness training
- Supervisors and team leaders
- Individuals seeking to improve workplace safety knowledge
- Anyone wishing to progress to higher-level health and safety qualifications
Entry Requirements
There are no formal prerequisites for this qualification.
- Learners must be 14 years of age or above
- A good understanding of English is recommended to complete the training and assessment successfully
Additional Entry Requirements
Important Notice for All Course Attendees To attend and complete the course, you must bring valid photographic identification. Acceptable forms of ID include:
- A valid UK passport
- A full or provisional UK driving licence
Please note:
Failure to present a valid photo ID on the day may result in you being unable to complete the course.
This requirement is part of our compliance procedures and is essential for verifying participant identity.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Course Content
Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of employers and employees regarding workplace health and safety
- Recognise the benefits of maintaining good health and safety standards
- Understand the risk assessment process
- Identify common workplace hazards and appropriate control measures
- Understand procedures for dealing with accidents, near misses and workplace ill-health
- Contribute to creating a safer working environment
Module 1: Roles and Responsibilities in Health and Safety
- Employer duties under health and safety legislation
- Employee responsibilities and duty of care
- Health and Safety at Work Act requirements
- Benefits of effective health and safety management
- Creating a positive safety culture
Module 2: Understanding Risk Assessment
- Definitions of:
- Hazard
- Risk
- Accident
- Near Miss
- Risk Assessment
- Identifying hazards
- Identifying who may be harmed
- Evaluating risks
- Recording findings
- Reviewing assessments
Module 3: Workplace Hazards and Risk Controls
Common workplace hazards including:
- Slips, trips and falls
- Working at height
- Manual handling
- Ergonomic risks
- Hazardous substances
- Workplace stress
- Violence and aggression
- Vehicle movements
- Electrical hazards
- Noise exposure
- Fire risks
- Dust and airborne contaminants
Risk control measures including:
- Good housekeeping
- Safe systems of work
- Barriers and enclosures
- Safe lifting techniques
- Machine guarding
- Safe storage procedures
- Engineering controls
- Administrative controls
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Module 4: Accident Reporting and Emergency Procedures
- First aid arrangements
- Emergency response procedures
- Fire safety procedures
- Evacuation processes
- Accident and incident reporting
- Recording near misses and ill-health occurrences
- Importance of workplace investigations
Assessments
Assessment for this course is completed through a Highfield Qualify at Home package, allowing learners to take the exam remotely from home at a time that suits them.
The assessment is:
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Multiple-choice
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Completed online
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Invigilated remotely
Learners will receive full guidance in advance on how to access and complete the assessment. Tutor support is available if required to help learners prepare confidently for the exam.
Additional funding information
Are you, or do you employ, someone aged 18–25?
In partnership with The Holywood Trust, fully funded training is available to help young people across Dumfries and Galloway build skills for a career in the hospitality industry—whether they are just starting out or already working in the sector.
Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.
To secure a place and access this funding, please complete the relevant booking form below:
Training Booking Form Funded By The Holywood Trust for 15 – 25 Year Olds – Fill in form
D & G Coastal Benefits Fund Via Springboard
Individuals aged 25 and over, who live in eligible coastal communities across Dumfries and Galloway can access funding to receive high-quality hospitality training that helps individuals develop new skills, enhance career opportunities and support the continued growth of the local hospitality sector.
Before completing this form, please ensure that you:
- Are aged 25 years or over.
- Live within one of the eligible Coastal Benefit Fund communities listed below.
- Meet any course-specific entry requirements (where applicable).
Nith Estuary / Solway Coast Caerlaverock, Cummertrees & Cummertrees West, Eastriggs, Dornock & Creca, Gretna & Rigg, Kingholm Quay, Kirkbean, New Abbey, Royal Burgh of Annan, Ruthwell & Clarencefield, Southerness, and Troqueer Landward
Stewartry (Kirkcudbrightshire Coast) Auchencairn, Borgue, Buittle Parish, Colvend & Southwick, Dalbeattie, Dundrennan, Gatehouse of Fleet, Kirkcolm, Royal Burgh of Kirkcudbright & District.
Wigtownshire / Machars / Rhins Cairnryan, Cree Valley, Garlieston, Isle of Whithorn, Kirkmabreck, Kirkmaiden, Leswalt, Old Luce, Port William, Portpatrick, Stoneykirk, Stranraer, Whithorn, and Wigtown & District.
Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.
To secure a place and access this funding, please complete the relevant booking form below:
D&G Coastal Benefits Funded by Springboard Form
Course Contact Details
Openlearning@dumgal.ac.uk
01387 734233