NEBOSH HSE Award in Managing Risks and Risk Assessment at Work

The NEBOSH HSE Award in Managing Risks and Risk Assessment at Work is an introductory level qualification, developed in conjunction with the health and safety regulator for Great Britain, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). It is structured around HSE’s approach to controlling the risks caused by workplace hazards.

Who Should Register for this Course?

Anyone involved in managing workplace health and safety risks including those who undertake risk assessments. The content will be particularly useful to employers, managers, supervisors, SHE champions and union and health and safety representatives.

Course Contents

At the end of the course, you will learn how to:

▪ Identify hazards and be aware of some of the resources that can help
▪ Assess risks in low to medium risk premises using simple HSE tools
▪ Evaluate risks in a proportionate and sensible manner
▪ Identify suitable control measures

This qualification will help you:

▪ Develop straightforward practical skills to manage workplace risks something all employers need
▪ Build confidence in your risk assessment capabilities
▪ Contribute to the creation of a safer and healthier workplace as soon as you return to work

Course Duration and Assessment

This is a one-day course. A practical assessment is completed at the end of the course. You will be asked to watch a video of a real workplace and complete a risk assessment to identify how you would manage and prioritise the risks present.