OTHM
Level 6
QN: 603/5002/7
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OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by OTHM. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 180 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 6
Awarding Body
OTHM
Syllabus Units
6 Units
Guided Hours
180 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
Development of the Health and Safety Practitioner
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand roles and responsibilities of health and safety practitioners. 2. Be able to assess organisational competence and skills requirements for health and safety practitioners.3. Be able to produce a personal and professional development plan in own area of responsibility as a health and safety practitioner.
2
OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
Health and Safety Law, Regulation and Influence
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand international frameworks for legislation, regulation and enforcement.2. Understand statutory and regulatory obligations for maintaining health and safety in an organisation.3. Understand the industry and community roles in influencing and promoting local and national positive health and safety outcomes.
3
OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
Health and Safety Management Principles and Policy
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the key principles of health and safety management and how they integrate into organisational systems.
- Analyse the components of an effective health and safety policy and its role in promoting a positive safety culture.
- Critically evaluate a health and safety policy against legal and best practice standards.
- Assess the impact of internal factors (e.g., organisational culture, resources) on health and safety practices.
- Assess the impact of external factors (e.g., legislation, economic conditions) on health and safety practices.
4
OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
Maintaining a Safe Workplace Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate the range of factors that contribute to a safe work environment.
- Analyze hazards and risks in various workplace contexts and determine appropriate control measures.
- Assess fire safety and explosion protection measures in the workplace.
- Develop procedures for the safe storage, handling, and management of hazardous substances.
- Critically evaluate the safe management of work equipment and machinery.
5
OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
Promoting a Positive Health and Safety Culture
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate the influence of organisational factors such as management commitment, communication, and resources on health and safety culture.
- Analyse how human factors including perception, competence, and motivation affect health and safety performance and behaviour.
- Assess the impact of leadership styles and organisational structure on the development of a positive health and safety culture.
- Critically evaluate the role of consultation and worker participation in shaping health and safety culture.
- Develop a comprehensive strategy to improve health and safety culture, including measurable objectives and implementation plans.
6
OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
Risk and Incident Management
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate the effectiveness of different risk assessment methodologies in identifying hazards and determining risk levels.
- Apply the hierarchy of risk control to select appropriate measures for reducing workplace risks.
- Analyse the principles of loss causation models and their application in incident prevention.
- Critically evaluate the importance of incident investigation in improving health and safety performance.
- Develop a comprehensive incident management plan that addresses emergency response and business continuity.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/5002/7
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- OTHM
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Nov 2019
- Operational End
- Nov 2029