Level 2 Award in Introduction to Hazard Controls and Risk Assessment
The Level 2 Award in Introduction to Hazard Controls and Risk Assessment offered by OXQUAL develops foundational competence in workplace hazard identification, basic risk assessment and implementation of suitable controls. The programme prepares learners to support workplace s...
About this qualification
The Level 2 Award in Introduction to Hazard Controls and Risk Assessment offered by OXQUAL develops foundational competence in workplace hazard identification, basic risk assessment and implementation of suitable controls.
The programme prepares learners to support workplace safety activities through structured assessment, reporting, communication and practical documentation.
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:
- Principles of Hazard Control
- Hierarchy of Controls
- Physical Hazards
- Chemical Hazards
- Biological Hazards
- Ergonomic Hazards
- Psychosocial Hazards
- Risk-Assessment Fundamentals
- Hazard Identification
- Likelihood and Severity Evaluation
- Risk Prioritisation
- Elimination and Substitution
- Engineering Controls
- Administrative Controls
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Workplace Safety Responsibilities
- ISO 45001 Awareness
- Incident and Near-Miss Reporting
- Emergency Preparedness
- Safety Communication
- Practical Assessment and Portfolio Development
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Entry-Level Employees seeking safety awareness
- Supervisors and Team Leaders beginning safety responsibilities
- Individuals preparing for advanced occupational-safety qualifications
- Personnel seeking stronger workplace risk-management skills
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop foundational hazard-control knowledge.
- Improve hazard-identification skills.
- Conduct basic workplace risk assessments.
- Apply the hierarchy of controls.
- Improve incident and near-miss documentation.
- Strengthen emergency-preparedness awareness.
- Develop practical safety documentation and portfolio evidence.
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: 8–10 weeks, equivalent to approximately 120–160 hours.
- Certification: Level 2 Award in Introduction to Hazard Controls and Risk Assessment upon successful completion.
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