Level 2 Award in HSE Management

1. Introduction to Health and Safety Management
Overview of HSE principles, workplace responsibilities, and the importance of proactive management systems.

2. Understanding Legal Responsibilities in HSE
Understanding key national and international laws, employer duties, and worker rights regarding safety and the environment.

3. Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification
Learning systematic methods for identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing effective control measures.

4. Emergency Preparedness and Response
Developing procedures and response plans for fire, spills, and other workplace emergencies.

5. Control Measures for Workplace Hazards
Applying engineering, administrative, and PPE controls to minimize exposure to workplace hazards.

6. Workplace Safety Inspections and Audits
Conducting inspections, audits, and reviews to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.

7. Safety Communication and Training
Promoting safety awareness through effective communication, meetings, and training programs.

8. Environmental Awareness and Protection
Understanding pollution prevention, waste management, and sustainable workplace practices.

9. Incident Investigation and Reporting
Learning procedures for investigating accidents, identifying root causes, and preventing recurrence.

10. Health and Safety Management Systems and Policies
Implementing HSE management frameworks such as ISO 45001 and developing workplace safety policies.

• Strengthens understanding of key HSE principles and compliance requirements

• Enhances ability to identify hazards and manage workplace risks

• Promotes environmental protection and sustainable practices

• Improves communication and leadership in safety management

• Builds a strong foundation for advanced HSE qualifications

• HSE Officers and Coordinators

• Supervisors and Team Leaders

• Engineers and Maintenance Staff

• Environmental and Safety Representatives

• Individuals seeking a foundation in health, safety, and environmental management

• Format: Multiple Choice Questions and Short Scenario Assessment

• Total Questions: 40

• Passing Score: 70%

• Duration: 60 Minutes

• Mode: Online or In-Person

• Certification Awarded: Level 2 Award in HSE Management

To deliver this Qualification, HiQual UK Approved ATPs must demonstrate the capability to deliver, assess, and internally quality assure qualifications in line with recognised regulatory principles and the expectations of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

Approved centres must operate effective systems to ensure the validity, reliability, fairness, consistency, and security of assessment.

1. Centre Recognition and Legal Compliance

Centres must be formally recognised by HiQual UK prior to the delivery or assessment of any qualification. To maintain recognition, centres must: Be a legally constituted organisation operating in compliance with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements. Demonstrate effective governance, management oversight, and clear lines of accountability. Comply with all HiQual UK policies, procedures, and conditions of centre recognition. Notify HiQual UK promptly of any material changes that may affect delivery, assessment, or internal quality assurance arrangements.

2. Resources, Facilities, and Learning Environment

Centres must ensure that sufficient and appropriate resources are in place to support learning and assessment. This includes: Learning environments appropriate to the mode of delivery, including classrooms and, where applicable, specialist or practical facilities. Access to learning and assessment resources that enable learners to meet qualification outcomes. Secure systems for managing learner data, assessment records, and certification claims. Arrangements that support equality of access and reasonable adjustments for learners where required.

3. Staff Competence and Occupational Expertise

Centres must ensure that all staff involved in delivery, assessment, and internal quality assurance are competent and suitably qualified. Centres must: Appoint tutors with appropriate subject knowledge, teaching competence, and relevant occupational or professional experience. Ensure assessors are trained and competent in applying HiQual UK assessment requirements and standards. Appoint a qualified Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) responsible for monitoring assessment practice and decisions. Maintain records of staff qualifications, experience, training, and continuing professional development (CPD).

4. Assessment Practice and Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)

Centres must operate robust internal quality assurance systems to ensure assessment integrity. Centres must: Ensure assessment is valid, fit for purpose, and conducted in line with HiQual UK requirements. Implement effective IQA procedures to monitor assessor performance and confirm the consistency of assessment decisions. Maintain accurate, complete, and auditable records of learner registration, assessment evidence, and outcomes. Carry out regular internal reviews and standardisation activities to support continuous improvement.

5. Integrity, Risk Management, and Malpractice

Centres must take appropriate measures to protect the integrity of assessment. Centres must: Maintain policies and procedures for the prevention, identification, and management of malpractice and maladministration. Ensure secure handling, storage, and retention of assessment materials and learner evidence. Report any suspected or confirmed malpractice to HiQual UK in accordance with published procedures.

6. Health, Safety, Safeguarding, and Learner Protection

Centres must provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. Centres must: Comply with applicable health and safety and safeguarding legislation. Conduct risk assessments for learning activities, particularly where practical or technical work is involved. Maintain procedures to safeguard learner welfare and wellbeing.

7. Learner Information, Support, and Fair Treatment

Centres must ensure learners are informed, supported, and treated fairly. Centres must: Provide clear and accurate information on programme requirements, assessment methods, and certification. Ensure learners receive timely and constructive feedback on assessment outcomes. Operate transparent complaints and appeals procedures aligned with HiQual UK requirements. Manage learner information securely in compliance with data protection legislation.

• Level 3 Certificate in Health and Safety at Workplace.

• Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.

• Level 3 Certificate in Risk Management.

• Level 3 Certificate in Process Safety Management.

• Level 3 Certificate in Construction Safety.

• Level 4 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety.

• Level 5 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety.

• Certified Safety Professional.

• Certified Industrial Hygienist.

• HSE Supervisor (Health, Safety & Environment).

• ISO 45001 Internal Auditor Certification.

• ISO 45001 Lead Auditor Certification.

• ISO 14001 Internal Auditor Certification.

• ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Certification.

• Professional development in Risk Assessment, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS), Permit to Work Systems, Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Contractor Safety Management, Emergency Preparedness, Environmental Compliance, Safety Auditing, and HSE Leadership.

• Career opportunities as HSE Officer, HSE Coordinator, Safety Officer, Safety Supervisor, Site Safety Coordinator, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Officer, Risk Assessment Officer, Compliance Officer, Industrial Safety Coordinator, Workplace Safety Advisor, and HSE Administrator.