he FAA Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (RQF) is an accredited half-day qualification providing a clear introduction to essential health and safety principles. It’s ideal for employees at any level, across all industries, who want to understand how to work safely and support a healthy workplace.

This short, practical course is suitable for induction training for new starters, refresher sessions for returning employees, or general awareness for those who need to update their understanding of current health and safety standards. Delivered by experienced trainers, it supports compliance with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and helps organisations promote a positive safety culture.

Key Learning

• Understand the importance of health, safety, and welfare in the workplace
• Recognise how hazards and risks are identified and controlled
• Identify the main causes and effects of poor health and safety practices
• Understand how health and safety information is communicated effectively
• Appreciate the shared responsibilities of employers and employees under UK law

Every worker has a role to play in maintaining a safe and healthy working environment. This accredited FAA Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace is the perfect starting point for anyone looking to gain a solid understanding of health and safety essentials.

Delivered face-to-face over half a day, this course provides a practical overview of the key principles and responsibilities under UK health and safety law. It’s designed to raise awareness of everyday risks and demonstrate how simple actions can prevent accidents and injuries at work.

Delegates explore the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, learning how these laws apply to both employers and employees. Through discussion and interactive learning, participants identify how hazards are recognised, assessed, and controlled, helping to reduce risks and improve wellbeing across the workplace.

The course also covers the consequences of poor safety management, including injury, illness, lost productivity, and legal penalties, highlighting why maintaining high standards benefits everyone. Delegates learn how health and safety information should be shared and communicated effectively, from signage and training to reporting systems and team briefings.

This qualification is suitable for all industries and can be used as part of staff induction, refresher training, or ongoing professional development. It is particularly useful for smaller organisations wanting to demonstrate compliance and ensure their workforce understands its collective safety responsibilities.

By the end of the course, learners will understand the principles of safe working, how to spot potential hazards, and how to take practical steps to support a culture of safety and wellbeing at work.

Open course per person          £131
In-house for up to 6 people     £439
In-house for up to 12 people   £499