Level 5 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
The Level 5 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety offered by OXQUAL is designed for experienced practitioners progressing toward senior safety-management responsibilities. The programme develops strategic, technical and leadership competence for managing complex workplace hea...
About this qualification
The Level 5 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety offered by OXQUAL is designed for experienced practitioners progressing toward senior safety-management responsibilities. The programme develops strategic, technical and leadership competence for managing complex workplace health and safety systems.
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:
- Strategic Health and Safety Management
- Safety Policy and Governance
- Advanced Risk Assessment
- Control of Complex Workplace Hazards
- Health and Safety Responsibilities
- Safety Culture and Behaviour
- Incident Investigation
- Root-Cause Analysis
- Fire-Risk Management
- Environmental Risk Management
- Emergency and Business-Continuity Planning
- Occupational Health and Wellbeing
- Health Surveillance
- Safety Auditing and Performance Evaluation
- Leadership and Continual Improvement
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Senior Safety Officers
- Health and Safety Managers
- Safety Advisors and Consultants
- HSE Auditors
- Professionals preparing for strategic safety roles
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop senior-level safety leadership.
- Strengthen strategic risk-management capabilities.
- Design and evaluate complex safety systems.
- Improve auditing and governance knowledge.
- Manage occupational-health and environmental risks.
- Support progression into senior HSE positions.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment: Written assignments, case studies and major practical project or portfolio.
- Mode: Online submissions and workplace-based evidence, with examinations where required.
- Passing Score: Minimum 60% per unit plus satisfactory practical or project verification.
- All required units must be successfully completed.
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