Qualifi Level 6 Diploma in Occupational HS&M
Overview
The level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety is a qualification for aspiring health and safety professionals. It is aimed at learners who are responsible for developing and applying health and safety procedures day-to-day in an organisation. They are likely to be managers looking to improve their knowledge and skills. The Diploma is designed to provide learners with the expertise required to undertake a career as a health and safety practitioner and it also provides a sound basis for progression to postgraduate study.
Learning Outcomes
The overall learning outcomes of the qualification are for learners to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of key regulations and standards governing occupational health, safety, and environmental management within organizations.
- Identify, assess, and prioritize risks related to occupational health and safety, and apply appropriate control measures to mitigate these risks.
- Recognize various workplace hazards and develop effective strategies for emergency preparedness and response in occupational health and safety scenarios.
- Implement and promote safety practices and protocols within organizations to foster a culture of health and safety among employees.
- Assess the effectiveness of occupational health and safety programs and recommend improvements to enhance workplace safety and environmental management.
Specifications
| Qualification title: | Qualifi Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management |
| Qualification type: | Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education) |
| Level: | 6 |
| Accreditation status: | Accredited |
| Credit Equivalency: | 45 |
| Qualification number (RQF): | 603/5226/7 |
| Progression routes: | A QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma or directly into employment in an associated profession |
Qualification Structure
The QUALIFI Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety is a Level 6 qualification with 4 mandatory units, 45 credits and 450 TQT and 600 GHL.
Units
| Unit Ref. No. | Mandatory Units | Level | TQT | Credits | GHL |
| A/617/8566 | Principles of Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management and Regulation | 6 | 100 | 10 | 44 |
| F/617/8567 | Occupational Health and Safety in Organisations | 6 | 100 | 10 | 44 |
| J/617/8568 | Risk Management and Control in Occupational Health and Safety | 6 | 100 | 10 | 44 |
| L/617/8569 | Working with Hazards and Emergencies in Occupational Health and Safety | 6 | 150 | 15 | 58 |
Entry Requirements
- A minimum of a Level 5 qualification in a related sector or;
- A minimum of 3 years’ work experience which demonstrates current and relevant industry
knowledge. - In certain circumstances, students with considerable experience but no formal Qualifications may be considered, subject to interview and being able to demonstrate their ability to cope with the demands of the programme.