Level 3 Award in Occupational Health & Safety

The Level 3 Award in Occupational Health & Safety develops a stronger understanding of workplace safety practices, hazard management, and occupational health principles. The course introduces learners to systematic approaches for identifying hazards, assessing risks, investigating incidents, and supporting effective safety management arrangements.

It provides a practical foundation for individuals who are developing their careers in occupational health and safety and wish to improve their ability to contribute to safer and more compliant workplaces.

• Develop a clear understanding of fundamental occupational health and safety principles.
• Identify workplace hazards and apply appropriate risk assessment techniques.
• Understand the principles of workplace safety management systems and risk controls.
• Explain the importance of accident and incident investigation.
• Understand fire safety, emergency preparedness, and workplace welfare requirements.
• Promote effective safety communication and employee involvement.
• Develop awareness of legal, ethical, and organizational safety responsibilities.

This qualification is designed for supervisors, team leaders, safety coordinators, technicians, and employees who have workplace health and safety responsibilities. It is also suitable for aspiring safety professionals and learners who intend to progress toward higher-level occupational health and safety qualifications.

• Core principles of occupational health and safety.
• Hazard identification and workplace risk assessment.
• Hierarchy of controls and practical risk reduction techniques.
• Introduction to safety management systems and ISO 45001 concepts.
• Accident, incident, and near-miss investigation principles.
• Fire safety and emergency response awareness.
• Occupational health, welfare, ergonomics, and workplace hygiene.
• Safety communication and development of a positive safety culture.

Assessment may include a multiple-choice examination together with written or scenario-based questions designed to test the learner's understanding and ability to apply workplace safety principles. Where applicable, practical activities or workplace-based tasks may also be used.

The assessment requirements, pass mark, grading structure, and duration are determined by the applicable awarding or training organization.