ProQual Level 1 Award in Understanding Health and Safety in Oil and Gas Environments

This entry-level qualification equips learners with foundational safety knowledge for working in high-risk oil and gas environments, covering legal requirements, risk assessment, and emergency procedures.

• Ofqual-regulated Level 1 qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework

• Total Qualification Time of 30 hours with 30 Guided Learning Hours

• Assignment-based assessment with portfolio of evidence submission

• Internally assessed and verified by approved centre staff

• No formal entry requirements or prior qualifications needed

• Internationally recognized certification for oil and gas sector employment

The ProQual Level 1 Award in Understanding Health and Safety in Oil and Gas Environments is designed to provide candidates with comprehensive understanding of health and safety when working in oil and gas environments. This qualification addresses the unique hazards and regulatory responsibilities present in both onshore and offshore oil and gas operations, preparing learners to work safely and effectively in high-risk settings.

• Comprehensive coverage of oil and gas industry-specific safety practices and regulations

• Focus on practical application of health and safety principles in operational settings

• Development of competency in hazard recognition and risk control methodologies

• Understanding of legal requirements under Health and Safety at Work Act and RIDDOR

• Training in emergency response planning and evacuation procedures for oil and gas installations

• Foundation for progression to advanced oil and gas safety certifications

Upon successful completion, learners will possess fundamental knowledge of health and safety requirements essential for working safely in oil and gas environments across multiple operational contexts.

• Legal requirements associated with the oil and gas sector including acts, regulations, and Approved Codes of Practice

• Organizational information management systems and procedures for reporting incidents and accidents

• Personal responsibility for welfare provisions and maintaining hygiene standards in the workplace

• Methods to assess and control risks using hierarchy of controls and dynamic risk assessment techniques

• Safe systems of work including permit to work systems, housekeeping, manual handling, and PPE requirements

• Environmental responsibilities and sustainability requirements for drilling and exploration activities

• Fire safety principles and precautions specific to oil and gas installations and facilities

• Emergency procedures and response planning for natural and man-made emergencies in oil and gas workplaces

• Fostering good working relationships, equality, diversity, and supporting colleagues with mental health issues

This qualification is designed for individuals who are new to the oil and gas sector or those seeking to enhance their understanding of safety requirements in high-risk oil and gas environments.

• Entry-level workers beginning careers in the oil and gas industry seeking foundational safety knowledge

• Oil and gas industry professionals working in various operational roles requiring enhanced safety awareness

• Supervisors and managers responsible for overseeing operations and ensuring regulatory compliance

• Health and safety personnel specializing in oil and gas sector safety management

• Contractors and subcontractors working within or in proximity to oil and gas facilities

• Workers transitioning from other industries into oil and gas operations requiring sector-specific safety training

This qualification has no formal entry requirements, making it accessible to all learners seeking to enter or advance in the oil and gas industry.

• No formal qualifications or prior learning required for enrollment

• Centres conduct initial assessment of candidate skills and knowledge to identify gaps and plan assessment support

Assessment is based on demonstrating knowledge and competence through production of a portfolio of evidence showing achievement of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria.

• Portfolio-based assessment demonstrating understanding and application of standards

• Evidence may include assignments, projects, reports, worksheets, and records of questioning

• Internal assessment and verification by qualified centre assessors and quality assurance verifiers

• External quality assurance conducted by ProQual verifiers to ensure assessment standards

• Pass or fail grading system with certificate awarded upon successful completion

Learners who successfully complete this qualification can progress to more advanced health and safety certifications to enhance their expertise and career prospects in the oil and gas industry.

• ProQual Level 2 Award in Understanding Drilling Fluids (Mud) Technology

• ProQual Level 2 Award in Understanding the Fundamentals of Flow Measurement in Oil & Gas

• ProQual Level 2 Award in Introduction to Well Control and Equipment for Oil and Gas

• Higher-level NEBOSH oil and gas safety qualifications and industry-specific technical certifications