Entry Requirements for NVQ Level 3 in Occupational Health and Safety

At MOS Training, we offer a work-based assessment route for the NVQ Level 3 in Occupational Health and Safety, designed for professionals responsible for workplace health, safety, and compliance.

What You Need to Enrol:

✔ You must be currently employed in a health and safety role within a workplace setting.
✔ You must be able to demonstrate competence in identifying risks, implementing safety procedures, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

What’s Recommended:

✔ At least three years’ experience in a health and safety role or a related field.
✔ Aged 19 or older (some funding options may require this).
✔ A Level 2 NVQ in a related discipline or employer confirmation of relevant experience.

Before you begin, one of our assessors will review your experience to ensure you meet the qualification criteria. If you’re ready to take the next step, get in touch with our team today.

Pathways for the ProQual Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

The ProQual Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety offers multiple specialised pathways, allowing professionals to develop expertise in workplace risk management, compliance, and employee safety. This qualification is designed for individuals responsible for maintaining health and safety standards, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting a safe working environment across various industries.

Available Pathways:

Risk Assessment and Hazard Management

Ideal for professionals specialising in identifying, assessing, and mitigating workplace hazards. This pathway includes:
✔ Conducting health and safety risk assessments in various work environments
✔ Implementing control measures to reduce or eliminate risks
✔ Ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation
✔ Reviewing and updating risk management policies

This pathway is suited for individuals responsible for assessing workplace hazards and implementing risk reduction strategies.

Workplace Health and Safety Compliance

Designed for professionals ensuring that workplace operations meet legal and regulatory health and safety requirements. Candidates will gain skills in:
✔ Developing health and safety procedures tailored to workplace needs
✔ Monitoring and enforcing compliance with industry standards
✔ Training employees on workplace safety protocols
✔ Conducting internal audits to ensure ongoing compliance

This pathway is suited for health and safety coordinators, compliance officers, and workplace risk managers.

Incident Investigation and Reporting

This pathway focuses on investigating workplace accidents and safety incidents, ensuring proper documentation and preventive measures. Candidates will learn:
✔ Conducting root cause analysis of workplace incidents
✔ Writing detailed incident reports following industry guidelines
✔ Implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences
✔ Communicating findings to regulatory authorities and internal teams

This pathway is ideal for professionals managing incident reporting, workplace investigations, and risk mitigation strategies.

Environmental Health and Safety

This pathway focuses on sustainability and environmental risk management in the workplace. Candidates will develop expertise in:
✔ Identifying and mitigating environmental hazards
✔ Ensuring compliance with environmental protection laws
✔ Implementing eco-friendly workplace practices
✔ Managing waste disposal and hazardous material handling

This pathway is suited for professionals responsible for environmental safety and compliance in workplaces.

Health and Safety Culture Development

Aimed at professionals responsible for promoting a strong safety culture within an organisation. This pathway covers:
✔ Creating workplace safety training programs
✔ Encouraging employee participation in safety initiatives
✔ Implementing behavioural safety programs
✔ Monitoring and improving workplace safety awareness

This pathway is suited for individuals who lead health and safety training and culture development within an organisation.

Occupational Health and Employee Well-being

This pathway focuses on ensuring employees’ physical and mental well-being through structured health and safety measures. Candidates will gain skills in:
✔ Assessing workplace conditions that impact employee well-being
✔ Developing programs to prevent work-related stress and injuries
✔ Managing occupational health risks such as noise, air quality, and ergonomics
✔ Implementing return-to-work programs for employees recovering from injuries

This pathway is suited for professionals in occupational health management and workplace well-being roles.

Each pathway consists of mandatory and specialist units, allowing candidates to tailor their qualification to their career focus and industry requirements. Upon completion, professionals can apply for relevant industry accreditations, enhancing their career prospects in health and safety management.