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Level 2 – Principles of Risk Assessment

The Level 2 Award in Principles of Risk Assessment (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification specifically designed to provide candidates with a basic knowledge of Risk Assessment regulations and requirements.

 

Who's it for?

This qualification is for anyone in a work environment. While employees might not undertake risk assessments themselves they may be asked to contribute to the process and will be expected to behave in a way that protects both the health and safety of themselves and others at all times. This qualification will make them more risk-aware and improve their understanding of risk assessments.

What will I learn?

Learners will gain a basic introduction into the principles of risk assessment. Topics covered include:
  • Main causes of work-related fatalities
  • Basic processes for undertaking a risk assessment
  • Key terms associated with risk assessments
  • Methods that can be used to prioritise risks and more.

What's involved during the course?

The aim of this qualification is to develop learner’s knowledge of the risk assessment process. Course Content The course will develop learner’s understanding of:
  • The main causes of work-related fatalities, injuries and ill health
  • Moral, legal and economic reasons for preventing accidents and ill health at work
  • Key terms associated with risk assessment
  • The role of risk assessment in accident and ill health prevention
  • Legal requirements for risk assessment
  • A simple process for undertaking a risk assessment
  • Occupational, environmental and human factors that can affect the level of risk from hazards at work
  • How to prioritise risks
  • The requirements for providing information about, and records on, the results of a risk assessment
 

What will I get out of the training?

By the end of the course you will performing your own risk assessments with confidence meaning you will leave with the ability to carry out your own risk assessments at your workplace without assistance. By attending the risk assessment course, you will be in a position to protect your staff and your business, as well as complying with the law. The Level 2 Principles of Risk Assessment Course provides you with a certificate at the end of your training, to gain this qualification you need to meet the required level for the written assessments taken at the end of the tutorial. The certificate you gain is valid for three years and meets government guidelines.

Course Duration?

The course takes a full day and can be started at any time suitable to your needs, this includes weekends and evenings as well.  

Price?

Our full day Level 2 Principles of Risk Assessment course please contact us for a price, discounts are available for group bookings for open courses. For Company bookings please contact us for more information. The Level 2 Principles of Risk Assessment course can be held at your own premises. Please note we do not recommend training in groups larger than 12 people. We cover the whole of the Home Counties.