Free Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Course in Stirling. Classes run at Triage Stirling over two days, with daytime sessions that fit around other commitments. There are no formal entry requirements, so you can join without previous qualifications in health and safety. The course covers the key health and safety responsibilities that employers and employees share in any workplace. It's a practical health and safety in the workplace qualification that applies across a wide range of industries and job roles.
Who this course is for
Residents of Sunderland
Entry requirements
Nor formal entry requirements
What you will learn
You'll identify the main health and safety laws and regulations that apply in UK workplaces.
You'll understand the responsibilities of both employers and employees under health and safety legislation.
You'll recognise common workplace hazards and how to assess the risks they present.
You'll learn how to report accidents, incidents, and near misses correctly.
You'll understand the importance of personal protective equipment and when it must be used.
You'll explore fire safety procedures and emergency evacuation requirements.
You'll identify how to promote a safe and healthy working environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions over two days. Teaching covers health and safety legislation, risk assessment, and workplace procedures. Assessment is through a short written test or knowledge-based questions at the end of the course. No coursework or extended assignments are required.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Triage Stirling will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative - health and safety knowledge is a core requirement
Care assistant - supports compliance with workplace safety duties
Construction labourer - demonstrates awareness of site safety rules
Retail assistant - shows understanding of safe working practices
Catering assistant - relevant to food and kitchen safety environments
Facilities assistant - supports day-to-day health and safety monitoring
Manufacturing operative - meets basic safety training expectations
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace - deepens your knowledge and is suited to supervisory or team leader roles.
IOSH Working Safely - a widely used workplace safety course recognised across many industries.
NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety - the next step if you want to move into a dedicated health and safety role.
