Health and safety level 2 course content
This Level 2 Health and Safety course provides fundamental knowledge for employees across various industries, enabling them to work safely and contribute to a healthy work environment.
Legal framework
- Employer and employee responsibilities: The duties of both employers and employees under key health and safety legislation, such as the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
- Enforcement: How health and safety law is enforced and the potential consequences of non-compliance for both the company and individuals.
- Legislation overview: A look at key regulations, including those concerning the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) and manual handling.
Risk assessment
- Principles of risk assessment: A foundational understanding of the risk assessment process.
- The 5-step process: How to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and determine and implement effective control measures.
- The hierarchy of control: An understanding of different control measures and how to apply them, from elimination to personal protective equipment (PPE).
Common workplace hazards and controls
- Slips, trips, and falls: Common causes and preventive measures.
- Fire safety: The causes of fire, preventive measures, and emergency procedures.
- Electrical safety: How to recognise and prevent electrical dangers.
- Manual handling: Safe lifting techniques and how to avoid injuries.
- (COSHH): How to handle substances safely and understand the risks.
- Work equipment: Safe use of workplace equipment and basic maintenance.
- Working at height: Basic safety precautions for work carried out at a height.
Workplace health and welfare
- First aid: The requirements for first aid provision and what to do in an emergency.
- Emergency procedures: Evacuation plans and other emergency protocols.
- Wellbeing: Basic issues such as welfare facilities, work-related stress, and conflict.
Accidents and incidents
- Incident reporting: Procedures for reporting accidents, incidents, and near misses.
- Incident investigation: The importance of investigating the root cause of incidents to prevent recurrence.
Course structure
- Ideal for: Employees in low to medium-risk environments, new starters, and anyone needing a refresher.
- Format: The course is commonly delivered online or in-person, taking around one day to complete, or 4–10 guided learning hours for online versions.
- Assessment: Knowledge is typically tested through a multiple-choice question exam at the end of the course.