The Qualsafe Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (RQF) is an Ofqual-regulated qualification designed to provide learners with a clear foundation in essential workplace health and safety principles. It is suitable for individuals who are new to employment, returning to work, or seeking to develop their understanding of workplace hazards, risks, responsibilities, and safe working practices.

This Level 1 health and safety qualification focuses on the fundamental knowledge required to support safer working environments. Learners develop an understanding of key health and safety terminology, employer and employee responsibilities, common workplace hazards, risk awareness, workplace conditions, safety procedures, accident and incident reporting, personal protective equipment (PPE), and other essential safety considerations.

The qualification consists of one mandatory unit, Understanding Health and Safety in the Workplace, and has a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 5 hours and 4 Guided Learning Hours (GLH). It provides an accessible starting point for learners who want a formal qualification in workplace health and safety without assuming advanced prior knowledge.

The Qualsafe Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (RQF) is relevant across diverse sectors, including construction, manufacturing, engineering, logistics, warehousing, retail, hospitality, healthcare, facilities management, and office-based environments. For UK and international learners, it offers a structured foundation for developing workplace safety awareness and can support progression to further health and safety education, subject to the entry requirements of subsequent qualifications or training programmes.

Enrol now in the Qualsafe Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (RQF) and take the first step towards safer, more confident working.