• ## Essential Units for NVQ Diploma in Health and Safety Management Level 5 6 7 **Health and Safety Management Principles and Practices** • •Understanding and applying relevant legislation and regulations (e.g., Health and Safety at Work Act 1974)
• Implementing and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment (e.g., risk assessment, COSHH)
• Identifying and assessing potential hazards and risks to employees and the environment (e.g., fire, asbestos, ergonomic hazards)
• Developing and implementing control measures to mitigate identified risks (e.g., fire drills, personal protective equipment)
• Monitoring and reviewing health and safety performance to identify areas for improvement (e.g., accident reporting, safety inspections)
• Emergency Preparedness and Response** • •Understanding the principles of emergency preparedness and response (e.g., fire, medical emergencies, evacuations)
• Identifying and implementing appropriate emergency procedures and drills (e.g., fire drills, first aid training)
• Responding effectively to emergencies and maintaining safety until help arrives (e.g., fire extinguisher use, first aid skills)
• Reporting and investigating incidents and near misses to ensure continuous improvement (e.g., accident reports, near miss logs)
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Ergonomics** • •Understanding the purpose and selection of PPE for specific tasks (e.g., eye protection, respiratory protection, fall protection)
• Using PPE effectively and correctly to protect against hazards (e.g., wearing helmets, using respirators)
• Identifying and mitigating potential ergonomic risks to prevent musculoskeletal disorders (e.g., poor posture, repetitive strain)
• Providing training and education on PPE and ergonomics to ensure effective use (e.g., safety demonstration, risk assessments)
• Chemical and Biological Safety** • •Understanding the principles of chemical and biological safety (e.g., hazardous substances, flammables, biohazards)
• Identifying and handling hazardous substances safely (e.g., proper storage, transportation, disposal)
• Assessing and controlling potential biological hazards (e.g., bloodborne pathogens, animal handling)
• Implementing safe work practices to prevent accidents and spills (e.g., handling chemicals with care, using personal protective equipment)
• Fire Safety** • •Understanding the principles of fire safety and the role of fire safety personnel (e.g., fire wardens, firefighters)
• Identifying and understanding fire hazards in the workplace (e.g., electrical, flammable materials, smoking)
• Developing and implementing fire safety procedures and drills (e.g., fire drills, escape plans)
• Using fire safety equipment and appliances effectively (e.g., fire extinguishers, fire alarms)
• Reporting and investigating fires to ensure continuous improvement (e.g., fire incident reports, fire safety inspections)
  
• Accident Investigation and Reporting
• Emergency Procedures and Drills
• Personal Protective Equipment and Ergonomics
• Chemical and Biological Hazards

Assessment

The assessment is done via submission of assignment. There are no written exams.