What is it all about?

Risk Assessment is an essential step in helping to protect employees and business. An effective risk assessment requires an inspection of the workplace to identify potential risks that could cause harm. The risk assessment will then determine whether sufficient controls are in place to minimise these risks. The Level 2 Award in Risk Assessment covers topics including: Why risk assessments are necessary, the legal requirements relating to risk assessments and simple processes for carrying out a risk assessment in the workplace.

Is it suitable for me?

The Level 2 Award in Risk Assessment is aimed at individuals working in any environment where they need to be more risk aware. This qualification provides candidates with the skills and knowledge they require to make an informed assessment of risk and how it can be controlled.

How will I be assessed?

This qualification is assessed by completion of a multiple-choice examination, the learner must answer 13 correct questions out of 20 to pass. This qualification is registered on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) at Level 2 and holds a credit value of 1.