Free Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Course in Darlington. Classes run at Triage Darlington over two days, part-time during the day. Health and safety is the responsibility of everyone in a workplace, including contractors, visitors and suppliers. This course covers the subject areas the Health and Safety Executive regards as essential to safe working. It suits anyone fitting study around other commitments, as the short two-day format keeps the pace manageable. You'll leave with a solid grounding in workplace health and safety.
Who this course is for
Health and safety is the responsibility of everyone within a business, its contractors, visitors and suppliers. The subject areas covered within this qualification are regarded by the Health and Safety executive (HSE) as being important to maintaining safe working procedures in the workplace.
What you will learn
You'll understand the legal responsibilities employers and employees share for health and safety at work.
You'll identify common workplace hazards and the risks they create.
You'll learn how risk assessments are carried out and why they matter.
You'll explore safe working procedures and how to follow them correctly.
You'll understand how to report accidents, incidents and near misses.
You'll recognise the role of the Health and Safety Executive and relevant workplace legislation.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom over two days. You'll cover the course content through tutor-led sessions and group discussion. Assessment is through a short written test or knowledge-based questions to confirm your understanding of the key topics. No coursework or long assignments are required.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Triage Darlington will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative - health and safety knowledge is expected in most warehouses.
Construction labourer - site safety awareness supports entry-level site roles.
Care assistant - safe working practices are central to care environments.
Retail supervisor - responsible for staff and customer safety on the shop floor.
Facilities assistant - supports safe maintenance and upkeep of buildings.
Factory or production operative - safe procedures are required in all manufacturing settings.
Office administrator - understanding workplace safety supports any office-based role.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace - the next step up, covering risk management in more depth and suited to supervisory roles.
IOSH Managing Safely - a widely used qualification for those moving into team leader or management positions who need a stronger grounding in safety responsibilities.
Level 3 NVQ in Occupational Health and Safety - a practical, work-based qualification for those pursuing a dedicated health and safety role.
