ProQual Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety 

Learning Objectives

Core Units

1. Ensure Responsibility for Actions to Reduce Risks to Health and Safety

• Understand individual and organizational responsibilities for health and safety.
• Identify hazards and assess associated risks in the workplace.
• Implement control measures to minimize risks and prevent accidents.
• Promote safe working practices among employees.
• Monitor and review safety measures to ensure compliance with regulations.

2. Develop Procedures to Safely Control Work Operations

• Identify workplace risks and develop appropriate health and safety procedures.
• Create clear, practical guidelines for safe work operations.
• Ensure procedures align with legal requirements and industry best practices.
• Communicate safety procedures effectively to all employees.
• Monitor compliance and update procedures as necessary.

3. Monitor Procedures to Safely Control Work Operations

• Oversee the implementation of workplace safety procedures.
• Identify and address non-compliance issues.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure effectiveness.
• Gather feedback from employees on safety procedures and make improvements.
• Keep records of monitoring activities and safety performance.

4. Promote a Culture of Health and Safety in the Workplace

• Encourage employee engagement in health and safety practices.
• Foster a proactive approach to risk management.
• Develop and implement training programs to raise safety awareness.
• Recognize and reward positive health and safety behaviors.
• Work collaboratively with management and staff to create a safety-conscious environment.

5. Conduct a Health and Safety Risk Assessment of the Workplace

• Identify potential workplace hazards and assess associated risks.
• Use risk assessment methodologies to evaluate hazards.
• Implement control measures to mitigate risks effectively.
• Document and review risk assessments regularly.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Optional Units

1. Investigate and Evaluate Health and Safety Incidents and Complaints in the Workplace

• Understand the process of reporting and investigating workplace incidents.
• Identify root causes of health and safety incidents.
• Evaluate complaints related to workplace safety concerns.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to avoid recurrence.
• Maintain records of investigations and outcomes.

2. Make Sure Actions in the Workplace Aim to Protect the Environment

• Identify environmental risks and assess their impact.
• Implement workplace policies to reduce environmental harm.
• Promote sustainable practices and responsible resource usage.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Monitor and review workplace environmental performance.

3. Review Health and Safety Procedures in the Workplace

• Assess the effectiveness of existing health and safety procedures.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement necessary updates.
• Ensure procedures align with changing legal requirements.
• Involve employees in the review process to gather insights.
• Maintain records of procedure reviews and updates.

4. Supervise the Health, Safety, and Welfare of a Learner in the Workplace

• Provide guidance and support to learners regarding workplace safety.
• Ensure learners understand and follow safety procedures.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks to learner safety.
• Promote a positive and safe learning environment.
• Monitor and assess the learner’s progress in health and safety complianc