The Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (RQF) is a regulated, nationally recognised qualification designed to give employees a practical understanding of essential workplace health and safety principles. It is suitable for people working across a wide range of industries and is particularly valuable for those who need to understand their responsibilities for maintaining a safe working environment. The qualification is listed as a Level 2 vocationally related qualification and has Qualsafe Awards as its awarding organisation.

The qualification develops knowledge of key health and safety requirements, including workplace legislation, employer and employee responsibilities, risk assessment, risk control measures, and common workplace hazards. Learners gain an understanding of how hazards can lead to accidents, injuries and ill health, as well as how appropriate control measures can reduce workplace risks. The course also addresses the importance of responding appropriately to accidents, near misses and emergencies and maintaining suitable reporting and recording procedures.

Designed as a one-day qualification, it provides focused training without requiring extensive study time. The qualification specification covers important areas such as health and safety law, risk assessment principles, the hierarchy of risk control, and identifying and controlling common workplace risks.

On successful completion, learners develop the knowledge needed to contribute more effectively to workplace safety, comply with relevant procedures and recognise situations that may present a risk to themselves or others. It can therefore provide a useful foundation for employees seeking to strengthen their health and safety awareness and for those considering further training in occupational health and safety.