ICTQual Level 3 Award in Safety Inspector

This ICTQual AB Level 3 Award is a short professional safety inspection qualification delivered through approved training centres, consisting of mandatory study units, practical safety inspection knowledge, and assessment by multiple-choice questions.

• ICTQual AB Level 3 Award qualification

• Designed for workplace safety inspection roles

• 9 mandatory study units

• 3-day, 9-hour training programme

• Assessment through approved training centres

• 100 multiple-choice questions with a minimum 75% pass mark

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in Safety Inspector is designed for individuals responsible for conducting safety inspections and audits across workplace settings. It supports learners in identifying, evaluating, documenting, and helping control workplace hazards in line with health and safety requirements.

• Builds knowledge required for workplace safety inspection duties

• Supports the identification and evaluation of workplace hazards

• Develops understanding of legal and regulatory compliance

• Covers safety inspection planning, implementation, and corrective action

• Strengthens reporting, documentation, and communication skills

• Provides a foundation for further health and safety progression

Learners will develop knowledge and practical understanding of safety inspection principles, legal compliance, workplace risk control, inspection procedures, documentation, emergency planning, and safety communication.

• Understand the fundamental principles and concepts of occupational health and safety

• Demonstrate knowledge of national and international health and safety laws and regulations

• Apply risk assessment techniques to identify and evaluate workplace hazards

• Identify and categorize workplace hazards, including physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic risks

• Conduct safety inspections and develop corrective action plans for safety improvement

• Develop effective safety communication and training strategies across the organization

This course is suitable for professionals and aspiring learners who need to conduct workplace safety inspections, support compliance, identify hazards, and contribute to safer working environments.

• Individuals seeking a career as a safety inspector

• Health and safety officers or assistants

• Supervisors with workplace safety responsibilities

• Employees involved in safety inspections or audits

• Professionals seeking to improve inspection and hazard identification skills

• Learners preparing for further health and safety qualifications

Learners should meet the typical entry expectations for this Level 3 Award, including age, basic education, language ability, and readiness to participate in safety inspection learning.

• Learners are generally required to be at least 18 years old and have a basic level of education, such as GCSEs or equivalent, with suitable English and Mathematics ability

• Previous health and safety or related workplace experience is beneficial, and learners should have sufficient communication skills, basic IT skills, attention to detail, and physical fitness suitable for inspection activities

Assessment is conducted through approved training centres and is designed to confirm learners’ understanding of course content and their ability to apply safety inspection concepts in practical workplace situations.

• Mandatory assessment through an approved training centre

• Quizzes consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions

• Assessment of understanding and practical application of course concepts

• Minimum 75% pass mark required

Completion of this qualification can support progression into higher health and safety qualifications, specialist safety roles, industry-specific safety positions, and broader professional development pathways.

• Level 4 Certificate in Health and Safety

• Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health

• Safety Auditor, Risk Manager, or Health and Safety Manager roles

• Construction Safety Manager, Manufacturing Safety Specialist, Oil and Gas Safety Officer, Health and Safety Consultant, or Safety Trainer pathways