Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH)

CIEH (New) Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace

This ground breaking qualification is set to change the way companies consider health and safety. This half day qualification acts as a punchy outline of the basics of health and safety that will protect both the candidate and their fellow workers in all areas of employment. As trainers, this presents you with huge opportunities to expand your customer base and to increase existing customers spend.

CIEH Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace

Health and safety understanding for all employees Overview

The CIEH Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace replaces the Foundation Certificate in Health and Safety in the Workplace. The qualification can be tailored to business and individual needs to make the learning experience relevant and fit for purpose. Outline programme The qualification covers the following topics:

Legislation Health Safety Welfare The workplace and workplace equipment Risk assessment Manual handling Hazardous substances Ergonomics and workstation design Transport and vehicles Noise and vibration

CIEH Level 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace

Examines health and safety from a supervisory perspective

Overview Supervisors have both a legal and moral responsibility to look after the health and safety of employees. This qualification will enable managers and supervisors to improve the health and safety culture of their organisation, whatever its size or activity. Outline programme Concept of health and safety Accidents in the workplace Ill health in the workplace Legal provisions (UK only) Health and safety organisation and management Supervising health and safety

Qualification information

Designed for: Supervisors, owners, team leaders or managers responsible for health and safety

Course duration: Three day programme Assessment method: Multiple choice examination QCA Accredited: Yes Recommended prerequisites: CIEH Level 2 Award in Health and Safety or equivalent Suggested progression on completion: CIEH Level 4 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace

CIEH Level 4 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace

Enables owners, managers, supervisors and senior safety Personnel to manage health and safety in most workplaces.

New levels In response to the requirements of the Sector Skills Council (SSC) and the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA), the CIEH are launching new sector-specific awards in health and safety which will replace the CIEH Advanced Certificate in Health and Safety. Existing centres/trainers will be registered automatically. Overview Key personnel in organisations need the skills and knowledge to manage health and safety ; simply being aware of and understanding the issues is not enough. This qualification is designed for those working in any business, regardless of their product or service range. It is essential for all those who have a role that includes responsibility for the management of health and safety issues, including managers, supervisors and senior safety personnel. On completing this qualification, candidates will be able to: Manage health and safety in most businesses Develop auditing and monitoring programmes Design safe practices and procedures Liaise with enforcement officers Identify specific legal requirements Train staff and establish risk assessment projects (with additional training where necessary) Deliver level 1 and level 2 health and safety qualifications (with appropriate training skills) Outline programme Health and safety management Health and safety culture Workplace and work equipment Hazardous agents Legislation

Qualification information

Designed for: Owners, managers, supervisors and senior safety personnel Course duration: Five day programme Assessment method: Two assignments and an examination QCA Accredited: Yes Recommended prerequisites: CIEH Level 3 Award in Health and Safety or equivalent