ProQual Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

ProQual

Ofqual Regulated Awarding Body

Level 3

5 Mandatory Units + 4 Optional Units

Course Features

Key Highlights

310 TQT | 161 GLH

4 to 6 Months

Online Study Mode

Evidence & Assignment Based

ProQual Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Course Overview

What is this course

The ProQual Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety is a UK-accredited, competence-based qualification regulated by Ofqual. It is designed for individuals who are responsible for health and safety duties as part of their operational or supervisory roles across different UK workplaces. This qualification is positioned at Level 3 on the RQF and provides formal recognition of practical health and safety competence.

It develops essential skills in identifying workplace hazards, carrying out risk assessments, controlling risks, and promoting safe working practices. Learners also gain the ability to monitor health and safety performance, support incident investigations, and communicate safety procedures effectively within teams.

The qualification aligns with key UK legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, and the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013, ensuring strong compliance with workplace safety standards. It also reflects HSE guidance and industry best practice. Widely recognised across the UK, this qualification supports progression into roles such as Health and Safety Coordinator and Safety Representative, and provides a pathway to IOSH certifications.

Course Content

Detailed Curriculum Structure

Be able to identify the hazards and evaluate the risks in the workplace.
be able to reduce the risks to health and safety in the workplace.
know how to reduce risks to health and safety in the workplace.

be able to develop procedures for maintaining a healthy and safe workplace
be able to review the effectiveness of health and safety procedures in the workplace
be able to communicate healthand safety procedures to othersin the workplace.
know the legal responsibilities for health and safety.

Be able to check that health and safety instructions are followed.
Be able to recommend changes to health and safety workplace instructions.
Be able to make sure that hazards and risks are controlled safely and effectively.
Know how to monitor procedures to safely control work operations

Be able to develop plans to promote a health and safety culture in the workplace.
Implement the plan to promote a health and safety culture in the workplace.
Be able to monitor and review plan to promote health and safety culture in the workplace.
Know reasons for promoting a health and safety culture in the workplace.

Be able to prepare for a workplace risk assessment.
Be able to identify hazards in the workplace
Be able to conduct a risk assessment of the workplace.
Be able to review risk assessment.
Know the employer’s responsibility for risk assessments as required by current legislation.

Be able to investigate and report workplace incidents and complaints in accordance with legal and workplace requirements.
Be able to make recommendations as a result of workplace investigations.
Know the employers’ and employees’ legal responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace.

Be able to identify risks to the environment arising from the workplace.
Be able to minimise the risks to the environment arising from the workplace.
Know the legislation relating to environmental matters that affect own workplace.

Be able to undertake a review of health and safety in the workplace.
Be able to carry out a review of workplace health and safety.
Know how to review health and safety procedures in workplaces.

Prepare for and receive a trainee in the workplace.
Supervise, monitor and review the health, safety and welfare of a learner in the workplace.
Know how to introduce a trainee to the workplace.

Who Should Attend

Target Audience and Participants

This ProQual Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, Ofqual-regulated qualification is designed for individuals who carry out health and safety responsibilities as part of their wider operational, supervisory, or managerial role and require formal recognition of their competence.This course is especially suitable for:

General Construction Operatives
Who are involved in a variety of site tasks and want to gain a recognised qualification in construction operations.
Site Supervisors and Team Leaders
Responsible for overseeing daily site activities, managing teams, and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.
Construction Site Workers
Looking to formalise their experience and improve their understanding of general construction processes.
Apprentices in Construction Trades
Who want to gain a structured NVQ qualification while working on-site in real job conditions.
Experienced Workers without Formal Qualifications
Professionals already working in construction who want to validate their skills and improve career prospects.
Contracting Operations Staff
Involved in supporting site activities, coordination, and general construction management tasks.
Individuals aiming for career progression in construction management or supervision
Those seeking to move into more advanced technical, supervisory, or managerial roles within the industry.
Career starters in construction
Individuals looking to build a strong foundation and gain practical, job-ready skills in the construction sector.

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