Level 4 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Management
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Level 4 is equivalent to Year 1 of a standard 3-year British Bachelor's Degree (Higher National Certificate / HNC standard, 120 UK credits). It provides rigorous grounding in core principles, analytical evaluation, and applied workplace competencies.
Educational Aims & Competencies
The Level 4 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Management is an IQ Awards qualification at Level 4. It supports learners in developing knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours in health & safety.
- • Learners with prior study, training or work experience who want to develop specialist knowledge.
- • Professionals seeking career progression or a recognised route into higher-level study.
- • Centres delivering practical, work-related learning for local or international learners.
Assessed Units, Learning Outcomes & Criteria
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OHSM-401
• Level 4
• 20 Credits
• 40 GLH
Health and Safety Management Principles
Coursework Portfolio / Applied Assignment (No Exams)
Health and Safety Management Principles
Not specified
- Understand health and safety management principles
- Explain safety management processes and responsibilities
Not specified
Not specified
OHSM-402
• Level 4
• 20 Credits
• 40 GLH
Hazard Identification and Risk Control
Coursework Portfolio / Applied Assignment (No Exams)
Hazard Identification and Risk Control
Not specified
- Understand hazard identification and risk control
- Apply workplace risk control measures
Not specified
Not specified
OHSM-403
• Level 4
• 20 Credits
• 40 GLH
Workplace Inspection and Monitoring
Coursework Portfolio / Applied Assignment (No Exams)
Workplace Inspection and Monitoring
Not specified
- Understand workplace inspection and monitoring
- Carry out inspection and monitoring procedures
Not specified
Not specified
OHSM-404
• Level 4
• 20 Credits
• 40 GLH
Legal Compliance and Safety Documentation
Coursework Portfolio / Applied Assignment (No Exams)
Legal Compliance and Safety Documentation
Not specified
- Understand legal compliance and documentation
- Maintain safety records and compliance documents
Not specified
Not specified
OHSM-405
• Level 4
• 20 Credits
• 40 GLH
Emergency Response and Fire Safety
Coursework Portfolio / Applied Assignment (No Exams)
Emergency Response and Fire Safety
Not specified
- Understand emergency response and fire safety
- Apply emergency and fire safety procedures
Not specified
Not specified
OHSM-406
• Level 4
• 20 Credits
• 40 GLH
Occupational Safety Management Project
Coursework Portfolio / Applied Assignment (No Exams)
Occupational Safety Management Project
Not specified
- Apply safety management knowledge to a workplace issue
- Produce a safety management project report
Not specified
Not specified
Standard & Mature Entry Guidance
University & Professional Progression
Progression to Level 5 diploma/HND-level study or employment with increased responsibility.
Enrol in this Programme
Level 4 • 120 UK Credits
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