Introduction to Hazard Controls & Risk Assessment (Level II)
The Introduction to Hazard Controls & Risk Assessment (Level II) course offered by OXQUAL develops foundational competence in identifying workplace hazards, evaluating risks and applying suitable control measures.
About this qualification
The Introduction to Hazard Controls & Risk Assessment (Level II) course offered by OXQUAL develops foundational competence in identifying workplace hazards, evaluating risks and applying suitable control measures.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Introduction to Hazard Controls and Risk Assessment
- Purpose and Scope of Workplace Risk Assessment
- Physical Hazards
- Chemical Hazards
- Biological Hazards
- Ergonomic Hazards
- Environmental Hazards
- Hierarchy of Controls
- Risk Likelihood and Severity
- Risk Ratings
- Safe Work Procedures
- Engineering Controls
- Administrative Controls
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Workplace Inspections
- Hazard Observation and Reporting
- Workplace Safety Responsibilities
- Communication of Risk Findings
- Monitoring and Reviewing Controls
- Practical Risk-Assessment Activities and Portfolio Development
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Employees with basic safety responsibilities
- Supervisors and Team Leaders
- Personnel supporting hazard-control activities
- Individuals seeking foundational risk-assessment skills
- Learners progressing toward higher-level safety qualifications
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop essential hazard-identification skills.
- Understand basic workplace risk-assessment principles.
- Apply the hierarchy of controls.
- Improve workplace-inspection awareness.
- Develop risk-communication skills.
- Monitor and review control effectiveness.
- Build practical risk-assessment evidence through assignments and portfolio work.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment Type: Practical assessments, written examination and portfolio review.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, hazard-control simulations, documentation tasks and oral discussion.
- Total Questions: 40 theory questions plus multiple practical tasks.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 6–10 weeks, equivalent to approximately 100–140 hours.
- Certification: Level 2 Award in Introduction to Hazard Controls and Risk Assessment upon successful completion.
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