The NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice has a structured approach to ensure comprehensive coverage of key competencies in the field. Here’s an overview of its qualification structure:
Core Units
The diploma typically includes several core units, each focusing on a different aspect of health and safety. These units might include:
Health and Safety Emergency Procedures: This unit covers the planning, implementation, and evaluation of emergency procedures, ensuring candidates can effectively manage health and safety emergencies in the workplace.
Health and Safety Audits: This involves understanding and conducting health and safety audits, a crucial aspect for maintaining and improving safety standards.
Developing a Positive Health and Safety Culture in an Organization: This unit focuses on strategies to promote a positive health and safety culture, which is essential for effective health and safety management.
Organizational Health and Safety Policy: It includes the development, implementation, and review of health and safety policies within an organization.
Professional Development and Ethics in Health and Safety Practice: This unit emphasizes the importance of continuous professional development and ethical practice in the field of health and safety.
Systems Monitoring and Risk Control: Candidates learn about monitoring health and safety systems and controlling risks in the workplace.
Organizational Health and Safety Strategy: This involves the development and implementation of strategic approaches to health and safety management.