This is a high-level, competency-based qualification for health and safety professionals responsible for developing, implementing, and reviewing health and safety systems in the workplace. It is equivalent to a bachelor’s degree level (RQF Level 6).
Learners will develop advanced skills in:
The Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice qualification is aimed at candidates who are responsible for developing and applying health and safety procedures day-to-day in their organisation. They may be a staff member, supervisor or manager looking to improve their knowledge and skills.
The awarding body for this qualification is ProQual Awarding Body and the regulatory body is the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). This qualification has been accredited onto the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).
| Field | Details |
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| Qualification Title | ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice |
| Ofqual Qualification Number | 603/3106/9 |
| Level | Level 6 |
| Total Qualification Time | 1064 hours |
| Guided Learning Hours (GLH) | 532 |
| Assessment | Pass or fail |
| Quality Assurance | Internally assessed and verified by centre staff External quality assurance by ProQual verifiers |
| Qualification Start Date | 01/04/2018 |
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. Centres should carry out an initial assessment of candidate skills and knowledge to identify any gaps and help plan the assessment. This qualification is approved for candidates aged 19+
Candidates must complete all of the Mandatory units.
| Unit Reference Number | Unit Title | Unit Level | GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
| D/616/9536 | Promote a positive health and safety culture | 5 | 27 |
| F/616/9531 | Develop and implement the health and safety policy | 6 | 74 |
| J/616/9532 | Develop and implement effective communication systems for health and safety information | 5 | 40 |
| R/616/9534 | Develop and maintain individual and organisational competence in health and safety matters | 5 | 49 |
| Y/616/9535 | Identify, assess and control health and safety risks | 6 | 73 |
| H/616/9537 | Develop and implement proactive monitoring systems for health and safety | 6 | 52 |
| K/616/9538 | Develop and implement reactive monitoring systems for health and safety | 6 | 74 |
| M/616/9539 | Develop and implement health and safety emergency response systems and procedures | 6 | 46 |
| H/616/9540 | Develop and implement health and safety review systems | 6 | 46 |
| K/616/9541 | Maintain knowledge of improvements to influence health and safety practice | 5 | 51 |
Centres must be approved to offer this qualification. If your centre is not approved please complete and submit form ProQual Additional Qualification Approval Application.
Staff
Staff delivering this qualification must be appropriately qualified and/or occupationally competent.
Assessors/Internal Quality Assurance
For each competence-based unit centres must be able to provide at least one assessor and one internal quality assurance verifier who are suitably qualified for the specific occupational area. Assessors and internal quality assurance verifiers for competence-based units or qualifications will normally need to hold appropriate assessor or verifier
qualifications, such as:
Materials produced by centres to support candidates should:
This qualification is competence-based, candidates must demonstrate the level of
competence described in the units. Assessment is the process of measuring a candidate’s skill, knowledge and understanding against the standards set in the qualification.
The qualification must be internally assessed by an appropriately experienced and qualified assessor.
Each candidate is required to produce a portfolio of evidence which demonstrates their
achievement of all of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit.
Evidence can include:
Learning outcomes set out what a candidate is expected to know, understand or be able to do.
Assessment criteria specify the standard a candidate must meet to show the learning
outcome has been achieved.
Learning outcomes and assessment criteria for this qualification are set out from page 8 .
An internal quality assurance verifier confirms that assessment decisions made in centres are made by competent and qualified assessors, that they are the result of sound and fair assessment practice and that they are recorded accurately and appropriately.
Adjustments to standard assessment arrangements are made on the individual needs of candidates. ProQual’s Reasonable Adjustments Policy and Special Consideration Policy sets out the steps to follow when implementing reasonable adjustments and special considerations and the service that ProQual provides for some of these arrangements.
Centres should contact ProQual for further information or queries about the contents of the policy.
All enquiries relating to assessment or other decisions should be dealt with by centres, with reference to ProQual’s Enquiries and Appeals Procedures.
Candidates who achieve the requirements for qualifications will be awarded:
ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice
Claiming certificates
Centres may claim certificates for candidates who have been registered with ProQual and who have successfully achieved the requirements for a qualification. All certificates will be issued to the centre for successful candidates.
Unit certificates
If a candidate does not achieve all of the units required for a qualification, the centre may claim a unit certificate for the candidate which will list all of the units achieved.
Replacement certificates
If a replacement certificate is required a request must be made to ProQual in writing. Replacement certificates are labelled as such and are only provided when the claim has been authenticated. Refer to the Fee Schedule for details of charges for replacement certificates.
| Learning Outcome | Assessment Criteria |
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| 1 Be able to advocate commitment to a positive health and safety culture in the organisation |
1.1 Provide sufficient and clear information to people in the organisation about the benefits of a positive health and safety culture
1.2 Obtain the support of those in the organisation who can promote a positive health and safety culture, tailoring approaches to meet the needs of: 1.3 Use opportunities to communicate information about a positive health and safety culture 1.4 Create new opportunities to communicate information about a positive health and safety culture 1.5 Investigate ways to overcome barriers to change |
| 2 Be able to develop links with appropriate people and groups on health and safety matters |
2.1 Identify appropriate people and groups with whom to develop links on health and safety matters, both within and external to the organisation
2.2 Provide support and assistance to the appropriate people and groups identified in 2.1 2.3 Use appropriate opportunities to develop additional links with people and groups 2.4 Plan the implementation of opportunities to develop additional links with people and groups |
| 3 Understand the importance of promoting a positive health and safety culture within the organisation |
3.1 Describe the nature and role of a positive health and safety culture within the organisation
3.2 Describe the existing health and safety culture within the organisation 3.3 Identify how the organisation’s communication system can be utilised to promote the benefits of a positive health and safety culture 3.4 Identify the people and groups who may be affected by the health and safety process 3.5 Explain how to engage different individuals and groups in the health and safety process 3.6 Explain external factors influencing a positive health and safety culture, including sources of expertise and advice available to inform organisational planning and decision-making |
| 4 Be able to maintain and record professional development |
4.1 Maintain a personal development portfolio contributing to professional bodies’ CPD requirements, incorporating:
• Ongoing evaluation of personal competence |
Assessment
There must be valid, authentic and sufficient for all the assessment criteria. However, one piece of evidence may be used to meet the requirements of more than one learning outcome or assessment criterion.
| Learning Outcome | Assessment Criteria |
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| 1 Be able to define the statutory and workplace health and safety requirements for the organisation |
1.1 Analyse the structure of the organisation relative to health and safety
1.2 Advocate the Health and Safety Policy to all key stakeholders in the organisation 1.3 Assess the existing health and safety systems, policies, and procedures in the organisation 1.4 Evaluate the statutory and workplace health and safety requirements relating to: 1.5 Identify those external to the organisation who may be affected by its activities |
| 2 Be able to develop the Health and Safety Policy |
2.1 Identify deficiencies in the current Health and Safety Policy
2.2 Identify resource constraints that could affect proposals for change 2.3 Provide opportunities for key stakeholders to review the revised or new policy 2.4 Revise the Health and Safety Policy to remedy deficiencies 2.5 Formulate strategies for promoting commitment to the Health and Safety Policy by all those in the organisation 2.6 Advocate the adoption of the new or improved Health and Safety Policy |
| 3 Be able to implement the Health and Safety Policy |
3.1 Specify the strategy for implementation of the Health and Safety Policy, to include: • Providing support and assistance during implementation • Planning effective action if problems arise during implementation • Providing adequate opportunities for feedback • Responding appropriately to feedback • Planning implementation to ensure minimum disruption3.2 Ensure quality management requirements are applied to all health and safety documentation |
| 4 Know the steps required to develop and implement the Health and Safety Policy |
4.1 Explain the nature and role of the Health and Safety Policy within the organisation
4.2 Explain the input–conversion–output model of organisational systems 4.3 Describe how to research the organisation’s current Health and Safety procedures 4.4 Explain how individual and group motivation will be achieved 4.5 Explain external factors influencing health and safety, including statutory requirements and industry best practice |
| 5 Be able to maintain and record professional development |
5.1 Maintain a personal development portfolio contributing to professional bodies’ CPD requirements, incorporating:
• Ongoing evaluation of personal competence |
Assessment
There must be valid, authentic and sufficient for all the assessment criteria. However, one piece of evidence may be used to meet the requirements of more than one learning outcome or assessment criterion.
| Learning Outcome | Assessment Criteria |
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| 1. Be able to evaluate health and safety information. | 1.1 Research proposed and new health and safety legislation, codes of practice, standards, health and safety risk assessment and control procedures and practices, technical developments and best practice in order to:
1.2 Evaluate health and safety information for the organisation:
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| 2. Be able to produce communication systems for health and safety information into the organisation. | 2.1 Develop appropriate systems for communicating health and safety information relating to input materials, goods, equipment, services and resources bought in by the organisation covering:
2.2 Effectively communicate health and safety information to the organisation using a range of methods. 2.3 Communicate health and safety information externally to the organisation. 2.4 Maintain records of all health and safety information relating to input materials, goods, equipment, services and resources bought in by the organisation. 2.5 Manage the communication systems for the health and safety activities of the organisation. 2.6 Confirm that the health and safety culture and policy are kept in the forefront of the activities of the organisation. |
| 3. Be able to control the effectiveness of the communication systems for health and safety information going out of the organisation. | 3.1 Confirm that statutory reporting of the health and safety information required from the organisation to regulatory and local authorities is carried out.
3.2 Confirm that health and safety information is communicated, where appropriate, to trade associations, voluntary bodies, interested parties and individuals. 3.3 Ensure that health and safety information for products, services and waste is communicated to stakeholders. 3.4 Ensure that relevant health and safety standards and procedures of the organisation are provided to contractors. |
| 4. Know how to develop and implement effective communication systems for health and safety information. | 4.1 Evaluate the development and implementation of effective communication systems for health and safety information.
4.2 Explain the principles and concepts of:
4.3 Analyse external factors influencing communication systems for health and safety information, including:
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| 5. Be able to maintain and record their professional development. | 5.1 Maintain a personal development portfolio contributing to CPD requirements, incorporating:
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Assessment
There must be valid, authentic and sufficient for all the assessment criteria. However, one piece of evidence may be used to meet the requirements of more than one learning outcome or assessment criterion.
| Learning Outcome | Assessment Criteria |
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| 1. Be able to conduct an inspection of the workplace | 1.1 Identify the requirements to carry out a health and safety inspection
1.2 Inspect the workplace to identify and evaluate hazards 1.3 Evaluate hazards through observation of work activities 1.4 Examine proposed activities to identify and evaluate hazards, including:
1.5 Select and use appropriate measuring equipment 1.6 Maintain records of the hazards identified in sufficient detail to meet:
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| 2. Be able to assess risks to health and safety | 2.1 Select appropriate risk assessment methods
2.2 Conduct a risk assessment of the hazards identified 2.3 Select and use instruments or methods to determine the level of exposure affecting:
2.4 Determine risks to health and safety of:
2.5 Prioritise the health and safety risks to:
2.6 Maintain records of the risk assessment in sufficient detail to meet:
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| 3. Be able to implement risk control measures and safe systems of work in the organisation | 3.1 Critically analyse the existing risk control measures and current systems of work in the organisation
3.2 Identify risk control measures required by:
3.3 Identify any additional or improved risk control measures that may be needed 3.4 Identify the resources required to implement the risk control measures needed 3.5 Calculate the cost-effectiveness of the risk control measures needed 3.6 Consult with managers, employee representatives and employees about risk controls needed 3.7 Plan the implementation of risk control measures in order of priority 3.8 Ensure the provision of training for those who need required competences to implement risk control measures 3.9 Maintain records of the control measures in sufficient detail to meet:
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| 4. Know how to identify, assess and control health and safety risks | 4.1 Evaluate methods of identification of health and safety hazards within the organisation, including:
4.2 Evaluate principles of analysis methods for determining risks 4.3 Explain external factors influencing hazard identification, including:
4.4 Evaluate the nature and role of health and safety risk control measures within the organisation 4.5 Justify health and safety risk control measures, including safe systems of work 4.6 Explain external factors influencing health and safety risk control methods 4.7 Evaluate risk control hierarchies |
| 5. Be able to maintain and record their professional development | 5.1 Maintain a personal development portfolio contributing to professional bodies’ CPD requirements, incorporating:
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Assessment
There must be valid, authentic and sufficient for all the assessment criteria. However, one piece of evidence may be used to meet the requirements of more than one learning outcome or assessment criterion.
| Learning Outcome | Assessment Criteria |
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| 1. Be able to devise inspection and monitoring systems for health and safety proactive performance monitoring | 1.1 Develop workplace inspection and monitoring systems and procedures to include:
1.2 Analyse the competence needs of the people who will carry out the inspection and monitoring in the organisation 1.3 Plan, in conjunction with others, the implementation of appropriate inspection and monitoring systems in the organisation 1.4 Identify any relevant monitoring equipment that may be required 1.5 Review health and safety statutory records and records initiated by the organisation for proactive performance monitoring 1.6 Analyse all internal documentation and records to ensure proactive monitoring is appropriately managed 1.7 Involve managers, employee representatives and employees in health and safety proactive monitoring systems and procedures 1.8 Maintain appropriate records of health and safety proactive monitoring systems and outcomes |
| 2. Be able to keep stakeholders informed of health and safety proactive performance monitoring outcomes | 2.1 Inform directors, senior, line, functional and technical managers, employee representatives and employees of the outcomes of health and safety proactive performance monitoring
2.2 Prepare reports of the outcomes of health and safety proactive performance monitoring 2.3 Interpret the outcomes of health and safety proactive performance monitoring to a non-specialist audience 2.4 Propose recommendations based on the outcomes of health and safety proactive performance monitoring 2.5 Respond to the requirements of regulatory authorities in respect of the outcomes of health and safety proactive performance monitoring |
| 3. Understand how to develop and implement proactive monitoring systems for health and safety | 3.1 Analyse the nature and role of active health and safety monitoring systems within the organisation
3.2 Present the rationale for proactive monitoring systems for health and safety 3.3 Describe the full range of monitoring equipment 3.4 Explain sampling routines 3.5 Evaluate procedures for workplace inspections and activity observations 3.6 Explain the principles of effective written and verbal communication 3.7 Explain how to respond to the health and safety needs of others 3.8 Explain external factors influencing active health and safety monitoring systems, including:
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| 4. Be able to maintain and record their professional development | 4.1 Maintain a personal development portfolio which can contribute to professional bodies’ CPD requirements and incorporates:
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Assessment
There must be valid, authentic and sufficient for all the assessment criteria. However, one piece of evidence may be used to meet the requirements of more than one learning outcome or assessment criterion.
| Learning Outcome | Assessment Criteria |
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| 1. Be able to develop a health and safety loss event reporting and recording system | 1.1 Identify health and safety loss events
1.2 Devise health and safety loss event reporting forms 1.3 Develop the health and safety loss event reporting and recording procedure 1.4 Plan the implementation of the health and safety loss event reporting and recording procedure 1.5 Maintain records of health and safety loss events 1.6 Develop a system to report health and safety loss events to regulatory authorities |
| 2. Be able to implement health and safety loss event investigation systems and procedures | 2.1 Identify which health and safety loss events require a formal investigation
2.2 Plan the implementation of health and safety loss event investigation systems and procedures 2.3 Implement health and safety loss event investigation systems and procedures 2.4 Investigate health and safety loss events 2.5 Identify directors, senior, line, functional and technical managers, employee representatives and employees in order to:
2.6 Manage the implementation of recommendations arising from investigations 2.7 Keep records of health and safety investigations |
| 3. Be able to conduct statistical and epidemiological analyses | 3.1 Produce statistical and epidemiological analyses of health and safety loss event data to:
3.2 Keep records of statistical and epidemiological analyses |
| 4. Be able to maintain communication with stakeholders of health and safety reactive performance monitoring outcomes | 4.1 Inform relevant stakeholders of reactive performance monitoring outcomes
4.2 Prepare written and verbal reports of outcomes 4.3 Interpret outcomes to a lay audience 4.4 Select appropriate recommendations based on outcomes 4.5 Comply with regulatory authority requirements |
| 5. Understand how to develop and implement reactive monitoring systems for health and safety | 5.1 Evaluate the nature and role of reactive health and safety monitoring systems
5.2 Critically analyse health and safety loss events requiring investigation, including:
5.3 Explain reporting and recording procedures for loss events 5.4 Explain principles of:
5.5 Explain external factors influencing reactive monitoring systems and investigations 5.6 Explain statutory and common law requirements regarding loss events |
| 6. Be able to maintain and record their professional development | 6.1 Maintain a personal development portfolio contributing to professional bodies’ CPD requirements, incorporating:
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Assessment
There must be valid, authentic and sufficient for all the assessment criteria. However, one piece of evidence may be used to meet the requirements of more than one learning outcome or assessment criterion.
| Learning Outcome | Assessment Criteria |
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| 1. Be able to develop health and safety emergency response procedures | 1.1 Identify the potential sources of an emergency in the organisation
1.2 Evaluate the organisation’s ability to provide required:
1.3 Ensure necessary competencies in first aid and firefighting are available in the organisation 1.4 Involve managers, employee representatives and employees in the production of emergency procedures 1.5 Develop health and safety emergency response procedures, taking into account:
1.6 Keep adequate records of emergency response procedures 1.7 Prepare to respond to requests from regulatory authorities, emergency services, media and other interested parties 1.8 Devise a plan to implement the emergency response procedures |
| 2. Be able to implement procedures for the control of a health and safety emergency | 2.1 Confirm that sufficient facilities, materials and equipment (including communication equipment) are available
2.2 Provide detail in procedures regarding required competencies 2.3 Communicate the emergency control plan to all appropriate people in the organisation 2.4 Establish effective liaison with emergency services and regulatory and local authorities 2.5 Respond to requests from regulatory authorities, and where necessary, the media and other interested parties 2.6 Confirm that investigation procedures have been carried out 2.7 Maintain records of procedures for the control of health and safety emergencies |
| 3. Understand how to develop and implement health and safety emergency response systems and procedures | 3.1 Explain the nature and role of health and safety emergency response systems and procedures within the organisation
3.2 Explain the organisation’s emergency response procedures 3.3 Explain the organisation’s simulated emergency response procedures 3.4 Explain the principles of press releases and media management 3.5 Explain external factors influencing emergency response systems and procedures 3.6 Explain statutory health and safety requirements for:
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| 4. Be able to maintain and record their professional development | 4.1 Maintain a personal development portfolio contributing to professional bodies’ CPD requirements, incorporating:
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Assessment
There must be valid, authentic and sufficient for all the assessment criteria. However, one piece of evidence may be used to meet the requirements of more than one learning outcome or assessment criterion.
| Learning Outcome | Assessment Criterion | Evidence / Response |
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| LO1: Investigate the efficiency and cost effectiveness of health and safety management systems |
1.1 | Each part of the health and safety management system was analysed, including policy, organising, planning, monitoring and review. The interaction between components was evaluated to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas of duplication or inefficiency. |
| 1.2 | Essential factors were identified such as leadership commitment, defined responsibilities, competent staff, effective communication, suitable risk controls, and reliable monitoring arrangements to ensure each part functions effectively. |
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| 1.3 | Review frequencies were defined based on risk and organisational need, including annual policy reviews, periodic risk assessment reviews, routine monitoring reviews, and post-incident reviews. |
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| 1.4 | Advice was provided to directors and managers on improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness through simplified procedures, digital reporting systems, targeted training and better allocation of resources. |
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| 1.5 | Implementation plans were developed outlining objectives, responsibilities, timescales, resource requirements and communication strategies to ensure effective change management. |
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| 1.6 | Records of individual system reviews were maintained, including findings, actions, responsible persons and completion dates to support accountability and continual improvement. |
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| LO2: Confirm that each part of the health and safety management system is working as intended |
2.1 | All components of the health and safety management system were analysed collectively to confirm alignment with recognised frameworks such as HSG65 and ISO 45001. |
| 2.2 | System-wide essential features were defined, including worker consultation, leadership oversight, competence management, proactive and reactive monitoring, and continuous improvement processes. |
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| 2.3 | The overall system review frequency was defined as annually and following significant incidents, organisational changes or legislative updates. |
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| 2.4 | The efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the system were assessed using accident data, audit results, absence records, insurance costs and performance trends. |
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| 2.5 | Improvements were developed including enhanced data analysis, focused training programmes, improved contractor controls and automation of reporting processes. |
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| 2.6 | The implementation of system changes was managed through leadership oversight, worker consultation, progress monitoring and review of outcomes. |
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| 2.7 | Comprehensive records of system reviews were maintained to demonstrate compliance, track actions and support continual improvement. |
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| LO3: Confirm that the entire health and safety system is working as intended |
3.1 | The nature and role of health and safety review systems were assessed, focusing on their contribution to strategic decision-making and assurance of legal compliance. |
| 3.2 | The organisation’s health and safety management system was described, outlining its structure, processes and integration with business operations. |
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| 3.3 | Key factors for efficient and cost-effective operation were defined, including proportionate risk controls, competent personnel, reliable data and clear accountability. |
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| 3.4 | The system’s efficiency and cost-effectiveness were assessed by evaluating performance outcomes against resources invested and risk reduction achieved. |
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| 3.5 | The principles of electronic and paper record systems were explained, along with the importance of responding appropriately to the health and safety needs of others. |
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| 3.6 | External factors influencing review systems were analysed, including statutory requirements, industry best practice and quality standards for documentation. |
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| LO4: Maintain and record professional development |
4.1 | A personal development portfolio was maintained, incorporating competence evaluation, reflective CPD records, goal setting, professional ethics, inclusivity awareness and participation in professional discussion. |
Assessment
There must be valid, authentic and sufficient for all the assessment criteria. However, one piece of evidence may be used to meet the requirements of more than one learning outcome or assessment criterion.
| Learning Outcome | Assessment Criterion | Evidence / Response |
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| LO1: Identify new developments in health and safety |
1.1 | Sources of information and advice were evaluated, including legislation updates, HSE guidance, professional body publications, industry forums and peer-reviewed research to ensure accuracy, relevance and reliability. |
| 1.2 | The impact of new developments in health and safety legislation, policies and practices was evaluated to determine implications for organisational compliance, risk control measures, training needs and resource allocation. |
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| 1.3 | The adoption of new health and safety developments was advocated within the organisation through evidence-based recommendations, highlighting legal, operational and reputational benefits. |
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| 1.4 | Contributions were made to professional and technical groups to support the development of health and safety practice through knowledge sharing, discussion and engagement. |
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| 1.5 | Continuous professional development was maintained through structured learning, reflection on practice, and engagement with professional health and safety activities. |
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| LO2: Influence colleagues on health and safety matters |
2.1 | Opportunities to participate in professional discussions and reviews were identified, including internal meetings, working groups, forums and external professional networks. |
| 2.2 | Contributions were made to groups and committees involved in developing health and safety practice, supporting collaborative decision-making and continuous improvement. |
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| 2.3 | Policies and practices of professional organisations and groups were influenced through informed discussion, consultation and the sharing of best practice. |
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| 2.4 | Health and safety best practice was critically analysed with colleagues through meetings, publications, conferences and other communication methods. |
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| 2.5 | Colleagues and others were influenced on health and safety matters using clear communication, professional credibility and evidence-based arguments. |
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| 2.6 | Industry best practice was actively advocated to colleagues to encourage consistent, effective and legally compliant health and safety performance. |
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| LO3: Maintain knowledge of improvements in health and safety practice |
3.1 | The nature and role of improvements in health and safety practice were explained, including how they contribute to risk reduction, legal compliance and overall business performance. |
| 3.2 | Print-based and electronic sources of health and safety information were evaluated to ensure credibility, relevance and alignment with current legislation and best practice. |
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| 3.3 | The principles of effective written and verbal communication, along with electronic communication methods, were explained in the context of sharing health and safety information. |
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| 3.4 | External factors influencing improvements in health and safety practice were explained, including the role of professional organisations, technical groups and industry networks. |
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| LO4: Maintain and record professional development |
4.1 | A personal development portfolio was maintained, including ongoing competence evaluation, reflective CPD records, prioritised development goals, application of professional ethics, inclusivity awareness and contribution to professional debate and discussion. |
Assessment
There must be valid, authentic and sufficient for all the assessment criteria. However, one piece of evidence may be used to meet the requirements of more than one learning outcome or assessment criterion.