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Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Management

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The Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Management by OSHAS Academy is a comprehensive qualification designed for health and safety professionals aiming to take leadership roles in workplace safety management. Delivered by an Approved Training Provider, this advanced program focuses on strategic risk management, regulatory compliance, and safety leadership. Successful candidates will receive a verifiable digital certificate issued by OSHAS Academy.

What Will You Learn?

  • Advanced occupational health and safety management principles
  • Risk identification, assessment, and control strategies
  • Legal frameworks and regulatory compliance
  • Incident investigation and root cause analysis
  • Safety performance measurement and auditing
  • Developing and implementing health and safety policies
  • Promoting a positive safety culture in the workplace
  • Leadership and communication in health & safety management

Course Content

Unit 1: Health & Safety Management Principles and Policy Development
Health and safety management is based on leadership, compliance, risk control, and worker engagement. The PDCA model supports continuous improvement. Legal frameworks from the UK (HSE) and USA (OSHA) provide structured guidance for employers and workers. A clear, well-structured safety policy includes intent, organisation, and arrangements. Management plays a pivotal role in driving a positive safety culture. Integration, improvement, and ethics are crucial for effective safety policy and practice.

  • Health & Safety Management Principles and Policy Development

Unit 2: Risk Assessment and Control Measures
Risk assessment is a legal and moral duty under UK and US laws. Hazards must be systematically identified and controlled using best-practice frameworks. The 5-step HSE model and OSHA's JHA are widely used across industries. The hierarchy of control prioritises elimination and substitution over PPE. Regular review and worker engagement are key to maintaining effectiveness.

Unit 3: Promoting a Positive Health and Safety Culture

Unit 4: Workplace Hazards, Risk Control and Safe Systems of Work
Workplace hazards are diverse and must be proactively controlled. The hierarchy of control prioritises elimination and substitution over PPE. Safe Systems of Work and Permit-to-Work systems formalise risk control for high-risk tasks. Competency, training, and communication are essential to enforce controls. Documentation and periodic review help maintain compliance and protect workers.

Unit 5: Incident Investigation, Reporting, and Root Cause Analysis
Incident investigation is vital for legal compliance, risk reduction, and cultural improvement. UK (RIDDOR) and US (OSHA) have strict reporting timelines. Investigations should be thorough, fair, and focused on root causes. Tools like 5 Whys and Fishbone Diagrams support analysis. Effective corrective and preventive actions must follow every report. Sharing and applying lessons learned strengthens safety management systems.

Unit 6: Monitoring, Reviewing, and Auditing Health & Safety Performance
Monitoring and reviewing are core elements of safety management Use a balance of active and reactive monitoring KPIs and audits provide structured ways to measure safety performance Regular review processes ensure legal and standard compliance Findings must be acted upon to drive continuous improvement Communication and leadership involvement are vital for success

Unit 7: Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity Planning
Emergency preparedness involves structured planning for unplanned, high-risk events. UK and US laws mandate emergency planning, evacuation procedures, and drills. A strong EPRP outlines roles, communication, medical support, and evacuation. Business continuity ensures the organisation remains functional during crises. Plans should be rehearsed, communicated, and regularly reviewed for effectiveness.

Unit 8: Occupational Health, Hygiene & Wellbeing Management
Occupational health involves managing all factors affecting employee wellbeing Hazards include physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and psychosocial risks Legal duties exist under both UK HSE and US OSHA standards Health surveillance and hygiene systems protect long-term health Mental health support is essential for productivity and retention ISO 45001 and 45003 offer frameworks for integrated health and wellbeing

Unit 9: Legal Framework for Workplace Health and Safety (International & Local)
Legal frameworks protect worker health, safety, and welfare The UK (HSE) and USA (OSHA) have distinct but overlapping requirements Employers must ensure safe work environments and comply with national regulations Enforcement includes audits, notices, fines, and prosecution International standards like ISO 45001 help unify safety practices globally Compliance requires ongoing monitoring, training, and improvement

Unit 10: Professional Development, Ethics, and Responsibilities of HSE Managers
HSE managers must balance technical knowledge, ethical leadership, and human-centred communication Core responsibilities span policy, risk management, compliance, and training Ethical conduct and accountability are non-negotiable Professional development ensures competence and credibility Effective stakeholder engagement supports a strong safety culture Future HSE professionals must embrace digital tools, global awareness, and mental wellbeing

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