ICTQual Level 2 Award in Principles of Risk Assessment

This qualification provides learners with an introduction to the principles of workplace risk assessment, focusing on why risk assessments are needed, relevant legal duties, and the basic process for identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and applying controls.

• ICTQual AB Level 2 award qualification

• Introduces the principles and purpose of risk assessment

• Covers legal responsibilities related to workplace risk assessment

• Explains hazard identification and risk evaluation basics

• Supports practical understanding of control measures

• Suitable for learners working across different workplace environments

The ICTQual Level 2 Award in Principles of Risk Assessment is designed to develop learners’ understanding of why risk assessments are necessary and how they support safer working environments. It introduces the core principles used to identify hazards, assess risks, and understand the measures needed to reduce workplace harm.

• Understand why risk assessments are necessary in the workplace

• Recognise the role of risk assessment in preventing accidents and ill health

• Understand legal requirements linked to risk assessment duties

• Identify hazards and recognise factors that influence risk levels

• Understand basic risk assessment processes and control measures

• Support safer working practices through risk awareness and communication

Learners will gain knowledge of the key principles of risk assessment, including why assessments are required, how hazards and risks are identified, and how controls contribute to safer workplaces.

• Understand the purpose and importance of workplace risk assessments

• Understand legal duties and responsibilities relating to risk assessment

• Identify common workplace hazards and associated risks

• Understand how risk levels are assessed using likelihood and severity

• Understand how control measures reduce or manage workplace risks

• Understand the importance of recording, communicating, and reviewing risk assessment findings

This course is suitable for learners working in any environment who need a basic understanding of workplace risk assessment and the measures used to control risks.

• Employees who need greater workplace risk awareness

• Supervisors responsible for supporting safe working practices

• Team leaders involved in workplace safety arrangements

• Health and safety assistants or safety representatives

• Workers required to understand risk assessment procedures

• Individuals preparing for further health and safety qualifications

This Level 2 course is accessible to learners who can understand workplace safety instructions and complete basic knowledge-based assessment activities.

• Learners should have basic literacy and communication skills in English

• No advanced risk assessment experience is required, although basic workplace experience is beneficial

Assessment is designed to confirm learners’ understanding of risk assessment principles, legal duties, hazard identification, risk evaluation, and basic control measures.

• Knowledge-based assessment

• Multiple-choice questions

• Short-answer or scenario-based questions

• Assessment conducted through an approved training centre

Successful learners may progress to higher-level risk assessment and occupational health and safety qualifications, or apply their knowledge in workplace safety support roles.

• ICTQual Level 3 Award in Risk Assessment

• ICTQual Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace

• ICTQual Level 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace

• Workplace safety, supervisory, or compliance support roles