Health & Safety Level 1

The Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace is designed to make candidates aware of the key health and safety issues and the part that they should play in keeping themselves and others free from harm in the workplace. It is suitable for everyone entering the workplace for the first time - either as part of a work experience programme or at the start of employment - and those starting a new job, as part of their induction programme.

• Introduction to health and safety
• Workplace hazards and risks including slips, trips and falls, manual handling, hazardous substances, fire etc.
• Workplace conditions including good housekeeping, emergency exits, safety signs and welfare facilities etc.
• Workplace procedures including reporting, first aid and personal protection

• Understand the responsibilities placed on employers and employees
• Understand the hazard, risk and main causes of harm to workers
• Understand the importance of following systems, procedures and rules
• Understand how individual action can reduce risks to health and safety
• Appreciate how workplace equipment and task design affect health and safety