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Why the British Safety Council? We are dedicated to making sure nobody is injured or made ill at work. For more than half a century we’ve been a trusted guide to excellent health, safety and environmental management. We have educated millions of workers and made hundreds of thousands of workplaces safer for everyone.
Alex Botha Chief Executive
97% of employers said that qualifications led to better trained employees and 88% said that qualifications enhanced staff motivation when undertaking training Institute of Directors
We do this by sharing information, supporting, advising, educating and campaigning. In 2004 we became a government regulated awarding organisation and have developed a full suite of qualifications in the national framework. Our portfolio of accredited qualifications is available for you to deliver within your organisation once you become an approved centre. We work with all types of businesses and organisations who benefit from our expertise. Contact us to find out how we can help you.
Alex Botha CEO, British Safety Council
Why become an approved centre? The response from our employees has been very positive. It is clear that they have enjoyed the chance to gain an accredited qualification in health and safety Shaun Burgess Health and Safety Manager Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council
Benefits of delivering qualifications • Qualifications in health and safety enable organisations to increase the knowledge, skills and competence of their workforce, contributing to the prevention of accidents and meeting legal and other obligations • Formal qualifications ensure that people are healthier and safer at work and promote a positive health and safety culture in the workplace • Formal qualifications are an objective way of checking and demonstrating standards required for internal and external compliance purposes such as OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 • Knowledge gained through qualifications enables employees and organisations to stay up to date with changes in legislation and practice • Results of external assessments enable organisations to ensure that training has been absorbed • Qualifications enhance staff motivation and lead to better engagement with in-house induction and training programmes. Our qualifications We specialise in health, safety and environmental qualifications, and understand the benefits that these qualifications can bring. Our learning materials and assessments are designed to be accessible and fit for purpose, and are developed with our vision in mind – that no-one should be injured or made ill at work. Other features include: • All qualifications accredited by Ofqual in the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) • A comprehensive suite from Entry Level to Level 6 to suit every age group and requirement, providing a clear progression route • Fit for purpose workplace based assessments which relate directly to the learner’s job role • Our Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications can be taken online and, if computers are not easy to access, there is always a paperbased option • Multiple choice examinations for Level 1 and selected Level 2 qualifications with instant results for online examinations • Learning materials written by our expert team which can be supplemented with your own materials • An online qualifications system which allows you to book assessments and access results online • We re-credit all assessments booked, but not used for any given examination session.
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How it works Becoming an Approved Centre is a simple process. We have dedicated relationship managers to answer any questions, offer guidance and help you make the most of delivering our qualifications to meet the needs of your organisation. • Once we receive your completed application and it is approved, we will send you instructions on how to set up your online account • In your online account, you can add the qualifications you want to deliver • You can access learning materials (student notes and PowerPoint slides) for each qualification you want to deliver directly from your account • For many qualifications we also have e-learning courses available so you can deliver the material cost-effectively, without having to take people away from their work • When your candidates are ready you simply book their assessment using our online system • Online multiple choice examinations are marked and results issued instantly (or within 2 working days if paper based). Written tasks are marked by independent examiners with results and certificates issued within 10 working days. Manage your account online In addition to the delivery of the learning, approved centres can control the administration of candidates, assessments (both online and paper-based), and results through our online qualifications system.
Manage your qualifications online:
The online system enables you to: • Enrol and manage candidates • Book examination sessions • Monitor candidate progress with real-time updates • Record names and results of all your candidates for each qualification • Access instant results for online examinations • Access a result summary for each examination session • View assessment credits. With online assessments, centres will be re-credited for anyone who is booked onto an examination session, but does not take the assessment.
Who are our approved centres? We have provided the British Safety Council Level 2 Award in Supervising Staff Safely for our managers for two years now, this is a great way to ensure we can operate safely helping people in crises. The courses allow us to take an organisational look at our safety and deliver them in our own time and add in discussion about how we manage safety David Rees Tech IOSH, AIFSM Health and Safety Development Officer – UK (Retail, Commercial and Support Functions) British Red Cross
We work with a wide range of businesses and organisations of all sizes across all sectors. Our flexible approach enables you to benefit from the qualifications and meet your business objectives. Employers delivering health, safety and environmental training to staff A comprehensive portfolio of qualifications for: • All members of staff • New starters • Managers and supervisors • Directors and heads of department • Specialised jobs and personal development • Those responsible for carrying out risk assessments.
Secondary schools, further education colleges Qualifications for students to prepare them for: • Work experience • Apprenticeships • Leaving for employment • Supporting the health and safety element of NVQs
Training providers and independent health and safety professionals • A portfolio of qualifications to meet the requirements of prospective clients and build your own portfolio as a training provider in your local community/region.
Her Majesty’s prison services and young offenders' institutions • Providing qualifications to enhance employability.
Our qualifications Qualification
Aimed at
Assessment
Method of assessment
Recommended learning hours
Tutor requirements
Entry Level Award in Workplace Hazard Awareness
14-19 year olds, ideal for those preparing for work experience or entering employment
Portfolio of evidence
Portfolios marked 3-4 hours internally by the centre, with a sample externally moderated
No formal requirements, tutor and learner resources provided, including structured evidence sheets to help learners create portfolios
Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace
Anyone entering the workplace, ideal for induction programmes and refresher training
20 multiple choice questions (30 minutes)
Online (with instant results)* Or Paper based* (Certificates issued within 2 working days)
3-4 hours
No formal requirements, tutor and learner resources provided
Online (with instant results)* Or Paper based* (Certificates issued within 2 working days)
6 hours
No formal requirements, tutor and learner resources provided
Online (with instant results)* Or Paper based* (Certificates issued within 2 working days)
6 hours
No formal requirements, tutor and learner resources provided
Health and safety
Pass mark 13/20
E-learning option available
Complements requirement of OHSAS 18001. Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace
Anyone in a work environment Complements requirement of OHSAS 18001.
Level 2 Award in Principles of:
30 multiple choice questions (45 minutes) Pass mark 20/30
Anyone in a work environment. Ideal for anyone whose role requires awareness of these subjects and for those with line management responsibilities
30 multiple choice questions (45 minutes)
Anyone carrying out risk assessments
Online risk assessment task
Online assessment 6 hours task marked by independent examiners E-learning options (Results and certificates available issued within 10 working days)
Tutors are advised to hold a Level 3 qualification or equivalent
Level 2 Award in Supervising Staff Safely
Anyone working in a supervisory position, including management of contractors
Online assessment task
Online assessment task marked by independent examiners (Results and certificates issued within 10 working days)
12 hours
Tutors are advised to hold a Level 3 qualification or equivalent
Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in Health and Social Care
Anyone working in health or social care
30 multiple choice questions (45 minutes)
Online (with instant results)* Or Paper based* (Certificates issued within 2 working days)
6 hours
No formal requirements, tutor and learner resources provided
Risk Assessment COSHH Fire Safety Manual Handling Level 2 Award in:
Pass mark 20/30
Risk Assessment COSHH Risk Assessment DSE Risk Assessment Fire Risk Assessment Manual Handling Risk Assessment
Pass mark 20/30
*All assessments, online and paper based are ordered through the centre’s online account. Prices vary.
Qualification
Aimed at
Assessment
Method of assessment
Recommended learning hours
Tutor requirements
Level 2 Award in Contact Dermatitis Prevention
Anyone who may be at risk of contact dermatitis or managing those who are
30 multiple choice questions (45 minutes)
Online (with instant results)* Or Paper based* (Certificates issued within 2 working days)
3-4 hours
No formal requirements, tutor and learner resources provided
Paper based written examinations marked by external examiners
60 hours
Tutors must hold a Level 6 qualification or equivalent
Pass mark 20/30 Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health Accredited by IOSH, leads to membership of IOSH at technician level (Tech IOSH) Level 6 Diploma in Safety and Health Accredited by IOSH, leads to membership of IOSH at graduate level (Grad IOSH)
Anyone responsible for managing health and safety or anyone working towards professional status
Two written examinations (90 minutes each)
Full time health and safety managers. Anyone working towards professional, chartered status
Two written examinations (3 hours and 2½ hours) Two assignments (5,000 and 10,000 words)
(Results and certificates issued within 20 working days) UK public examinations held 3 times per year
Tutor and learner resources provided as a starter pack 150 hours
(Results and certificates issued within 30 working days)
Tutors must be chartered members of IOSH (CMIOSH) Tutor and learner resources provided as a starter pack
International Certificate Anyone responsible for Two written in Occupational Safety managing any aspect examinations and Health of health and safety, (90 minutes each) (including projects) or Accredited by IOSH, anyone working towards leads to membership professional status of IOSH at technician level (Tech IOSH)
Paper based written examinations marked by external examiners
International Diploma in Safety and Health
Two written examinations (3 hours and 2½ hours) Two assignments (5,000 and 10,000 words)
Centres order examinations on dates of their choosing. Scripts marked by external examiners
Anyone requiring basic awareness of sustainability issues
20 multiple choice questions (30 minutes)
3-4 hours
No formal requirements, tutor and learner resources provided
Ideal as part of an organisation’s induction programme, complements requirement of ISO 14001
Pass mark 13/20
Online (with instant results)* Or Paper based* (Certificates issued within 2 working days)
Anyone requiring awareness of sustainability issues
30 multiple choice questions (45 minutes)
6 hours
No formal requirements, tutor and learner resources provided
Complements requirement of ISO 14001
Pass mark 20/30
Online (with instant results)* Or Paper based* (Certificates issued within 2 working days)
Accredited by IOSH, leads to membership of IOSH at graduate level (Grad IOSH)
Full time health and safety managers. Anyone working towards professional, chartered status
60 hours
(Results and certificates issued within 20 working days)
Tutors must hold a Level 6 qualification or equivalent Tutor and learner resources provided as a starter pack
150 hours
Tutors must be chartered members of IOSH (CMIOSH) Tutor and learner resources provided as a starter pack
(Results and certificates issued within 30 working days)
Environmental Level 1 Award in Environmental Sustainability
Level 2 Award in Environmental Sustainability
How do I register?
I have found the service from the British Safety Council to be first class James F. Brown Senior Team Leader HMP Northumberland
To become an approved centre, simply complete a centre application form. This is available online or from our qualifications team.
Step 1 Register as an approved centre
Step 2 Select and order your qualifications
Step 3 Deliver your chosen qualifications
Step 4 Candidates complete the assessment
Step 5 Receive results and certificates
More information, including detailed specifications for each qualification, is available online. Contact our qualifications team to find out more: E qualifications@britsafe.org www.britsafe.org/qualifications
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