Health and Safety Training

The Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace is an introductory qualification designed to provide learners with a basic understanding of health and safety principles and their role in maintaining a safe and healthy working environment. It is suitable for education settings, businesses and the wider public, and is particularly well‑suited to new starters, young workers and those working in low‑risk environments.

This course introduces key health and safety concepts under UK health and safety legislation, helping learners understand common workplace hazards, simple risk control measures, and the shared responsibilities of employers and employees. It can form part of an induction programme or act as a foundation for progression to higher‑level health and safety training.

Course content includes:

• The importance of health, safety and welfare in the workplace
• Common workplace hazards and how risks are controlled
• The causes and effects of poor health and safety practice
• Roles and responsibilities under health and safety law
• How health and safety information is communicated in the workplace 

The qualification is Ofqual regulated and awarded by First Aid Awards (FAA). It is typically delivered over approximately four guided learning hours and is assessed through a multiple‑choice assessment. Successful learners achieve a Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace, which does not expire, although refresher training is recommended to keep knowledge up to date.

Voyage Education Partnership offers this course through open training dates or bespoke in‑house delivery, supporting schools, trusts and organisations to meet their health and safety awareness and induction needs.

The Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace is a nationally recognised qualification designed to develop a broader and more practical understanding of health and safety responsibilities across a range of working environments. It is suitable for education settings, businesses and the wider public, and is particularly appropriate for staff who require a stronger understanding of workplace safety or who are taking on additional health and safety responsibilities.

This one‑day course builds on basic awareness and provides learners with essential knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, including how risks are identified, assessed and controlled within an organisation. It supports learners to understand both employer and employee duties, the consequences of poor health and safety practice, and the importance of effective accident and incident management. The qualification also provides a strong platform for progression to higher‑level health and safety training or career development. 

Course content includes:

• Roles and responsibilities under UK health and safety legislation
• Understanding hazards, risks and the principles of risk assessment
• Identifying and controlling common workplace hazards
• The consequences of non‑compliance with health and safety law
• Responding to workplace accidents and incidents, including reporting requirements
• How health and safety information is communicated within organisations 

The qualification is Ofqual regulated and awarded by First Aid Awards (FAA). It is typically delivered over approximately six guided learning hours and is assessed through a multiple‑choice assessment. Successful learners achieve a Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace, which does not have a formal expiry date, although refresher training is recommended to ensure knowledge remains current. 

Voyage Education Partnership offers this course through open training dates or bespoke in‑house delivery, supporting schools, trusts and organisations to strengthen health and safety awareness, compliance and good practice.

The Level 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace is an advanced qualification designed for those who manage, supervise or hold responsibility for health and safety within an organisation. It is suitable for education settings, businesses and the wider public, and is particularly relevant for managers, supervisors, team leaders and those preparing to take on formal health and safety roles.

This comprehensive course develops a detailed understanding of UK health and safety legislation, safety management systems and effective risk control. Learners gain the knowledge and confidence needed to implement robust health and safety arrangements, promote safe working practices, and manage incidents and accidents in line with legal and organisational requirements. The qualification is applicable across all employment sectors and provides a strong foundation for further professional development in health and safety. 

Course content includes:

• Legal requirements for health, safety and welfare in the workplace
• Roles and responsibilities of employers and employees
• Safety management systems and their benefits
• Principles and application of risk assessment
• Identifying and controlling common workplace hazards
• Hierarchy of control and risk reduction measures
• Managing accidents, incidents and occupational ill health, including investigation and reporting

The qualification is Ofqual regulated and awarded by First Aid Awards (FAA). It typically requires a minimum of 18 guided learning hours, usually delivered over three days, and is assessed through ongoing instructor assessment and a written assessment. Successful learners achieve a Level 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace, which does not formally expire, although regular refresher training and ongoing CPD are recommended to maintain competence and currency.

Voyage Education Partnership offers this course through open training dates or bespoke in‑house delivery, supporting schools, trusts and organisations to strengthen leadership‑level health and safety competence and compliance.

The Level 1 Award in Fire Safety Awareness is an introductory qualification designed to give learners a basic understanding of fire safety principles and their role in preventing and responding to fire in the workplace. It is suitable for education settings, businesses and the wider public, and is particularly appropriate for all staff as part of induction or refresher training.

This course provides learners with an overview of the causes of fire, fire prevention measures and emergency response, helping them recognise fire risks and understand the actions to take should a fire occur. It supports organisations in meeting their responsibilities under fire safety legislation and provides a strong foundation for progression to further fire safety or health and safety training.

Course content includes:

• The main causes of workplace fires and their potential impact
• Fire prevention and risk control measures
• The fire triangle and how fires start and spread
• Roles and responsibilities in relation to fire safety
• What to do in the event of a fire, including evacuation procedures
• Basic awareness of fire‑fighting equipment and its safe use

The qualification is Ofqual regulated and awarded by First Aid Awards (FAA). It is typically delivered over approximately four guided learning hours and is assessed through a multiple‑choice assessment. Successful learners achieve a Level 1 Award in Fire Safety Awareness, which does not have a formal expiry date, although refresher training and regular updates are recommended to maintain awareness and good practice. 

Voyage Education Partnership offers this course through open training dates or bespoke in‑house delivery, supporting schools, trusts and organisations to strengthen fire safety awareness and compliance.

The Level 2 Award in Fire Safety is a nationally recognised qualification designed for individuals who have specific responsibility for fire safety in the workplace, such as Fire Wardens or Fire Marshals. It is suitable for education settings, businesses and the wider public, and provides learners with the knowledge and confidence to fulfil designated fire safety duties effectively.

This course builds on basic fire safety awareness and provides a more in‑depth understanding of fire hazards, fire risk assessment and fire prevention and control measures. Learners develop a clear understanding of how fires start and spread, the risks posed by fire and smoke, and the actions required both day‑to‑day and during an emergency. The qualification also supports organisations in meeting their duties under fire safety legislation and promoting a safe working environment.

Course content includes:

• How fires are caused and the principles of the fire triangle
• Fire hazards and risks, including fire and smoke spread
• Identifying and controlling fire risks in the workplace
• Means of escape and evacuation arrangements
• Fire detection, alarms and methods of extinguishing fires
• Safe use of portable firefighting equipment
• Roles and responsibilities of employers, employees and Fire Wardens
• Carrying out simple fire safety inspections and understanding fire risk assessment [firstaidawards.com], [ohss.co.uk]

The qualification is Ofqual regulated and awarded by First Aid Awards (FAA). It is typically delivered over approximately six guided learning hours, usually as a one‑day course, and is assessed through a written assessment. Successful learners achieve a Level 2 Award in Fire Safety, with refresher training recommended to maintain competence and confidence. 

Voyage Education Partnership offers this course through open training dates or bespoke in‑house delivery, supporting schools, trusts and organisations to strengthen fire safety management and compliance.

The Level 2 Award in Manual Handling – Principles and Practice is a nationally recognised qualification designed for those who carry out manual handling as part of their work. It is suitable for education settings, businesses and the wider public, and supports organisations in meeting their legal duties under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations by reducing the risk of injury associated with lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling activities.

This course provides learners with essential knowledge and practical understanding of manual handling hazards, risk assessment and safe handling techniques. It focuses on helping individuals recognise unsafe practices, apply proportionate control measures, and carry out manual handling tasks safely and confidently in real‑world settings. 

Course content includes:

• The risks and potential injuries associated with incorrect manual handling
• Employer and employee duties relating to manual handling at work
• Understanding hazards and risks in a manual handling context
• How manual handling risk assessments contribute to safer working practices
• The application of the risk control hierarchy to manual handling tasks
• Principles of safe movement and lifting techniques
• Safe use of manual handling aids and equipment
• Practical demonstration of safe and effective manual handling 

The qualification is Ofqual regulated and awarded by First Aid Awards (FAA). It is typically delivered over approximately six guided learning hours and includes both theoretical learning and practical assessment. Successful learners achieve a Level 2 Award in Manual Handling – Principles and Practice, which does not have a formal expiry date, although refresher training and ongoing CPD are recommended to maintain competence. 

Voyage Education Partnership offers this course through open training dates or bespoke in‑house delivery, supporting schools, trusts and organisations to improve safety, reduce injury risk and promote good manual handling practice.