Qualifi Level 6 Diploma in Health and Safety Management

Leading workplace safety with global standards.

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Course Level

Level 6

Course Type

Ofqual Regulated

Awarding Body

Qualifi

Duration

600 GLH

Study Mood

Online

Assessment

Assignments Based

Course Overview

What is this course

The Qualifi Level 6 Diploma in Health and Safety Management is an internationally recognized qualification designed to prepare learners for senior roles in occupational health and safety. This advanced program equips participants with the knowledge, skills, and strategic insight required to manage workplace risks, ensure compliance with international standards, and promote a culture of safety across diverse industries.

Learners study key areas such as risk assessment, safety auditing, environmental management, organizational health policies, and international safety legislation. The course emphasizes both theoretical frameworks and practical applications, enabling graduates to design, implement, and monitor effective safety systems.

This diploma is ideal for professionals seeking career progression into leadership roles, consultants aiming to expand their expertise, and organizations looking to strengthen their safety management practices. With global recognition, graduates can pursue opportunities across construction, manufacturing, healthcare, aviation, logistics, and corporate sectors.

By completing this qualification, learners not only enhance their employability but also gain the confidence to lead safety initiatives, reduce workplace hazards, and contribute to sustainable organizational growth.

Course Content

Detailed Curriculum Structure

Qualifi Level 6 Diploma in Health and Safety Management consists of 6 mandatory units having 1200 TQT and 600 GLH. Learners must complete all mandatory units to achieve 120 Credits.

Sr#	Unit Title	Credits	GLH
1	Health and Safety Management Principles and Policies	20	100
2	Risk and Incident Management	20	100
3	Fostering a Positive Health and Safety Culture	20	100
4	Ensuring a Safe Workplace Environment	20	100
5	Health and Safety Legislation and Regulation	20	100
6	Professional Development for Health and Safety Practitioners	20	100

Learning Outcomes of Qualifi Level 6 Diploma in Health and Safety Management

Health and Safety Management Principles and Policy

Understand the principles of health and safety management and its organisational systems.
Understand the principles of health and safety policy.
Be able to conduct a critical review of a health and safety policy in an organisation.

Risk and Incident Management

Understand the process of planning and organizing occupational health and safety practices in the workplace.
Understand the strategies and techniques of risk control.
Understand the models of loss causation, the analysis of loss data and the importance of incident investigation.
Understand processes and strategies to manage health and safety incidents in an organisation.

Promoting a Positive Health and Safety Culture

Understand organisational factors that influence the health and safety culture in the workplace.
Understand the human factors that influence health and safety performance and behavior in the workplace.
Understand the impact of leadership, structure and consultation on the health and safety culture of an organisation.
Be able to develop a strategy that improves the health and safety culture of an organisation.

Maintaining a Safe Working Environment

Understand the requirements of maintaining a safe work environment.
Understand the hazards, risks and controls applicable to a range of workplace contexts.
Understand the maintenance of fire safety and protection against explosion
Understand safe storage, handling and management of hazardous substances
Understand the safe management of work equipment and machinery.

Health and Safety Law, Regulation and Influence

Understand international frameworks for legislation, regulation and enforcement.
Understand statutory and regulatory obligations for maintaining health and safety in an organisation.
Understand industry and community roles in influencing and promoting local and national positive health and safety outcomes.

Development of the Health and Safety Practitioner

Be able to produce a personal and professional development plan in their own area of responsibility as a health and safety practitioner
Understand roles and responsibilities of health and safety practitioners.
Be able to assess organisational competence and skills requirements for health and safety practitioners.

Who Should Attend

Target Audience and Participants

This diploma is designed for professionals and learners who aspire to lead in occupational health and safety management.

Health and safety officers seeking career advancement.
Managers and supervisors responsible for workplace safety.
Consultants and auditors specializing in compliance and risk management.
Career changers entering the health and safety profession.
International learners seeking globally recognized qualifications.

Career & Learning Benefits

Skills, Knowledge & Opportunities You Will Earn

Leadership Roles: Qualifies learners for positions such as Health and Safety Manager, Compliance Director, Risk Consultant, and Safety Auditor.
Global Employability: Recognized internationally, opening opportunities across diverse industries.
Professional Growth: Enhances qualifications for managers, supervisors, and consultants.
Higher Education Progression: Provides entry routes into postgraduate programs in safety and management.
Comprehensive Knowledge: Covers risk assessment, auditing, compliance, and safety legislation.
Practical Application: Develops skills in designing and implementing safety systems.
Analytical Skills: Strengthens problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.
Industry Relevance: Aligns with global occupational health and safety standards.

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Frequently Asked Questions Explained

Yes. Completing this diploma is a significant step toward achieving professional membership with bodies like the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) or the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM). It often fulfills the academic requirements needed to upgrade your membership status.

Graduates can pursue senior roles, including:

Health and Safety Manager
Risk and Compliance Manager
Safety Consultant
Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager
Site Safety Director

The Qualifi Level 6 Diploma provides the academic foundation necessary to apply for professional membership grades with bodies like IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health). By demonstrating your competence and strategic knowledge, this qualification is a key stepping stone toward achieving GradIOSH status and, eventually, Chartered Member (CMIOSH) status.

Yes. A Level 6 qualification from a UK-based awarding body is widely viewed as a “Gold Standard” in many international markets (such as the Middle East, Asia, and Africa). It provides the professional pedigree needed to bid for high-value consultancy contracts where clients demand a high level of academic and practical competency.

A major focus of the Level 6 curriculum is Influencing and Communication. You learn how to pitch safety improvements to the boardroom, manage resistance to change, and handle sensitive investigations. These are the specific leadership skills that distinguish a “Safety Officer” from a “Safety Director.”

Enrollment Criteria

Minimum Eligibility Criteria for Enrollment

Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
A basic understanding of fundamental knowledge of workplace safety and compliance
Relevant industry experience in management or health and safety experience preferred (recommended).
Age 21 or above