This introductory qualification - developed by NEBOSH in collaboration with Britain’s national regulator for workplace health and safety, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) - gives you the opportunity to develop straightforward, practical health and safety risk management skills. You will go beyond identifying and assessing risks by also learning how to help effectively control the risks caused by hazards in the workplace.
The course consists of one unit which covers:
Entry Requirements: Level 2 English
Format of Course Materials: Paper-based
Assignments: Self-assessed multiple-choice questions and a risk assessment activity
Exams: One non-invigilated, open book risk assessment based on a workplace scenario (60 minutes)
Prison Support Requirements: Facilitate assessments and tutor support via email. This often requires scanning learner assignments and email them to their tutor
Tutor Support: Yes – accessed with prison staff support
What’s Next? Any NEBOSH Level 3 Certificate
Find Out More: More details about this course are available on the NEBOSH website.
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