www.highfieldabc.com Qualification Specification HABC Level 1 Award in Health and Safety for Construction (QCF) Qualification Number: 601/5075/0 Highfield House Heavens Walk Lakeside Doncaster South Yorkshire DN4 5HZ United Kingdom Tel +44 08452260350 Tel +44 01302363277 Fax +44 08452260360 Info@highfieldabc.com www.highfieldabc.com Version 1 December 2014
Contents Introduction... 3 Qualification details... 3 Key facts... 3 Qualification overview... 3 Entry requirements... 3 Qualification structure... 3 Centre requirements... 4 Age ranges... 5 Geographical coverage... 5 Tutor requirements... 5 Assessor requirements... 5 Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) requirements... 6 Reasonable adjustments and special considerations... 6 ID requirements... 6 Progression... 6 Useful websites... 6 Appendix 1: Rules of Combination... 7 Appendix 2: All Units... 8 2
Introduction HABC Level 1 Award in Health and Safety for Construction (QCF) This qualification specification is designed to outline all you need to know in order to offer this qualification in your centre. If you have any further questions, please contact your HABC Account Manager. Qualification details The HABC Level 1 Award in Health and Safety for Construction (QCF) has been accredited by the regulators of England and Wales (Ofqual and the Welsh Government) and is part of the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). It is supported by Construction Skills the Sector Skills Council for the construction industry. Key facts Qualification Number: 601/5075/0 Learning Aim Reference: 60150750 Guided learning hours (GLH): 54 Credit Value: 6 Assessment Method: Open-response workbook Qualification overview This qualification is designed for learners working in, or aspiring to work in, the construction industry. It will give learners the knowledge to undertake their jobs safely. Successful learners who also complete the CITB Operatives Health, Safety and Environment knowledge test will fulfil the requirements to apply for the CSCS Labourer s card. This qualification covers common hazards and risks in a construction environment, safe manual handling practices, working safely at height and working safely around plant and machinery. It also covers the importance of effective teamwork and communication in ensuring safe working practices are followed in the construction industry. Entry requirements In order to register on to this qualification, learners are required to have a basic level of literacy. Qualification structure In order to achieve the qualification, learners must achieve two mandatory units totalling 6 credits. For full details relating to the units within this qualification please refer to Appendix 2 of this specification. 3
Delivery/assessment ratios In order to effectively deliver and assess this qualification, Centres are recommended not to exceed the ratio of 1 qualified tutor/assessor to 12 learners in any one instance. If Centres wish to increase this ratio, they must first request approval from HABC. Guidance on delivery It is recommended that the qualification is delivered over a five day period with supporting homework in order to meet the guided learning hour value of 54. It is important for Centres to note that guided learning hours are not the same as contact hours and so a variety of methods can be employed in order to meet this learning time. For more information on delivery methods, please refer to the Tutor, Assessor and IQA Support Pack which is available to download from the HABC website. Guidance on assessment This qualification is assessed by completion of a written workbook issued by HABC. This assessment is an ongoing assessment of learner knowledge throughout the duration of the course. Successful learners will have to demonstrate knowledge and understanding across the qualification syllabus. This assessment is supported and assessed by the nominated tutor/assessor and records must be maintained and held at the centre for quality assurance purposes. For more information on this method of assessment, including quality assurance processes, please see the Tutor, Assessor and IQA Support Pack which is available to download from the HABC website. Guidance on quality assurance HABC require Centres to have in place a robust mechanism for internal quality assurance. Internal quality assurance must be completed by an appropriately qualified person. This person must not have been involved in any aspect of the delivery or assessment of the course they are quality assuring. External Quality Support (EQS) visits from HABC will take place until direct claim status is achieved. HABC will support Centres with quality assurance by conducting engagement visits to ensure and verify the effective and efficient delivery and assessment of qualifications. For more information on internal quality assurance processes, please refer to the Tutor, Assessor and IQA Support Pack available to download from the HABC website. Centre requirements In order to effectively deliver this qualification, Centres must have the following resources in place: If appropriate, a classroom with suitable seating and desks Projector, if using presentation slides (If delivering by distance learning) access to a suitably qualified tutor/assessor 4
Age ranges These qualifications are approved for delivery to learners aged 16+. Geographical coverage These qualifications are suitable for learners in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Tutor requirements HABC requires that nominated tutors hold a qualification in the relevant subject area AND have experience in a construction environment. Suitable subject area qualifications may include: Degree of Dip.HE in a related subject such as: Environmental Health, Occupational Health and Safety, or one that contains elements of these. HNC/D in a related subject (as outlined above); Level 3 or 4 qualification in Health and Safety, or equivalent; IOSH Managing Safely; NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety; NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety; NEBOSH Certificate in Construction Health and Safety; Suitable experience and/or expertise upon agreement from HABC. Nominated tutors must also have either a teaching qualification or teaching experience. Suitable teaching qualifications include: HABC Level 3 Award in Delivering Training; Level 3 PTLLS, or above; Level 3 Award in Education and Training, or above; Diploma or Certificate in Education; Bachelors or Masters Degree in Education; City and Guilds Teachers Certificate or equivalent; Level 3 or 4 NVQ in Training and/or Development; or Proof of at least 30 hours of training in any subject. Nominated tutors should also be able to demonstrate relevant experience and knowledge in a work context and provide evidence of engagement with the subject field and continuing professional development. Assessor requirements HABC requires that assessors of this qualification hold a qualification in the relevant subject area and have experience in a construction environment, as specified in the nominated tutors section above. It is not a requirement that assessors of this qualification hold a formal assessing qualification however it is recognised as good practice. The assessor and nominated tutor for a course may be the same person. Assessors should also be able to demonstrate relevant experience and knowledge in a work context and provide evidence of engagement with the subject field and continuing professional 5
development. Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) requirements HABC require that IQA officers of this qualification hold a qualification in the relevant subject area and have experience in a construction environment, as specified in the nominated tutors section above. It is not a requirement that IQA officers of this qualification hold a formal IQA qualification however it is recognised as good practice. Reasonable adjustments and special considerations HABC has measures in place for learners who require additional support. Please see the HABC Reasonable Adjustments Policy. ID requirements All learners must be instructed to bring suitable identification to the assessment to be checked by the assessor. This instruction should be given ahead of the course/assessment when the learner registers and/or with any pre-course materials. It is the responsibility of the Centre to have systems in place to ensure that the person taking an assessment is indeed the person they are purporting to be. All Centres are therefore required to ensure that each learner s identification is checked before they are allowed to undertake the assessment. HABC will accept the following as proof of a learner s identity: Valid passport (any nationality) Signed UK photo card driving licence Valid warrant card issued by HM Forces, Police Other photographic ID card, e.g. employee ID card (must be current employer), student ID card, travel card For more information on learner ID requirements, please refer to the HABC Core Manual. Progression Upon successful completion learners may wish to continue their development by completing any of the following qualifications: HABC Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (QCF) HABC Level 2 Award in the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (QCF) HABC Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling (QCF) HABC Level 2 Award in Risk Assessment (QCF) Useful websites The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS): www.cscs.uk.com Construction Industry Training Board (CITB): www.citb.co.uk Health and Safety Executive: www.hse.gov.uk 6
Appendix 1: Rules of Combination In order to achieve the HABC Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in Construction (QCF) learners must achieve a minimum of 6 credits overall. In order to achieve this learners must complete the following rules of combination: two units in the mandatory group totalling 6 credits Mandatory Group Learners must achieve all units in this group. Unit reference Unit Title Level Credit K/505/1933 Health and safety in a construction environment 1 4 J/506/8335 How effective teamwork supports safe working practices in the construction industry 1 2 7
Appendix 2: All Units Unit 1: Health and safety in a construction environment Unit number: K/505/1933 Credit: 4 GLH: 40 Level: 1 Learning Outcomes The learner will 1. Know the principles of risk assessment for maintaining and improving health and safety at work. Assessment Criteria The learner can 1.1 State the purpose of risk assessments and method statements 1.2 State the legal requirements of risk assessments and method statements 1.3 State common causes of work-related: - fatalities - injuries 1.4 State the implications of not preventing accidents and ill health at work 1.5 State the meaning of the following in relation to health and safety at work: - accident - near miss - hazard - risk - competence 1.6 List typical hazards/risks associated with the following: - resources - equipment - obstructions - storage - services - wastes - work activities 1.7 State the importance of reporting accidents and near misses 1.8 State typical accident reporting procedures 1.9 State who is responsible for making accident reports 8
Learning Outcomes The learner will 2. Know the importance of safe manual handling in the workplace Assessment Criteria The learner can 2.1 State the reasons for ensuring safe manual handling in the workplace 2.2 State potential injuries and ill health that may occur from incorrect manual handling 2.3 State the employee s responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance for: - moving and storing materials - manual handling - mechanical lifting 2.4 State the procedures for safe lifting in accordance with official guidance 2.5 State the importance of using site safety equipment when handling materials and equipment 2.6 List aids available to assist manual handling in the workplace 2.7 State how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures and report problems when carrying out safe manual handling in the workplace. 3. Know the importance of working safely at height in the workplace 3.1 Define the term working at height'. 3.2 State the employee s responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working at height 3.3 List hazards/risks associated with the following: - dropping tools and debris - stability of ladders - overhead cables - fragile roofs - scaffolds - internal voids - equipment - the working area - other people 3.4 State how hazards/risks associated with working at height can be controlled 9
Learning Outcomes The learner will 4. Know risks to health within a construction environment Assessment Criteria The learner can 3.5 State the regulation that controls the use of suitable equipment for working at height 4.1 List substances hazardous to health under current regulations 4.2 List common risks to health within a construction environment 4.3 State the types of hazards/risks that may occur in the workplace linked with use of drugs and alcohol 4.4 State the importance of the correct storage of combustibles and chemicals on site 4.5 State the importance of personal hygiene within a construction environment 4.6 State the potential hazards/risks to the health of workers exposed to asbestos 4.7 State types of asbestos waste 5. Know the importance of working around plant and equipment safely. 4.8 State types of personal protective equipment (PPE) used when dealing with hazardous materials 5.1 List ways in which moving machinery can cause injuries 5.2 State hazards/risks relating to the use of plant and equipment 5.3 State the importance of keeping a safe distance away from plant/machinery and equipment until clear contact is made with the operator. 5.4 Outline how method statements can assist in ensuring the safety of workers where moving plant is in use 5.5 State ways to eliminate or control hazards/risks relating to working around plant and equipment 5.6 Identify hazard warning signs and symbols used around the use of plant and equipment 10
Additional assessment guidance/requirements This section of the specification provides further details on any additional assessment guidance/requirement in order to consistently provide valid, reliable, comparable assessments. Assessment criteria 1.6: One hazard/risk must be listed for each of the following: Resources Equipment Obstructions Storage Services Wastes Work activities Assessment criteria 2.6: Four aids must be listed Assessment criteria 3.3: One hazard/risk must be listed for each of the following: dropping tools and debris stability of ladders overhead cables fragile roofs scaffolds internal voids the working area equipment other people Assessment criteria 4.2: Five risks to health must be listed. Assessment criteria 4.7: Two types of asbestos waste must be stated. Assessment criteria 4.8: Three types of personal protective equipment (PPE) must me stated. Assessment Criteria 5.2: Five hazards/risks must be stated 11
Unit 2: How effective teamwork in supports safe working practices in the construction industry Unit number: J/506/8335 Credit: 2 GLH: 14 Level: 1 Learning Outcomes The learner will 1. Understand the importance of effective teamwork within the construction industry Assessment Criteria The learner can 1.1 State the importance of working as a team within the construction industry 1.2 State how clear communication between team members supports effective teamwork 1.3 State how effective teamwork supports safe working practices within the construction industry 2. Know how to support the work of a team in the construction industry 2.1 Outline how own role contributes to the work of the team as a whole 2.2 State the benefits of helping team members 2.3 State methods of effective communication 2.4 Outline ways to maintain good working relationships in a team 2.5 Identify problems that can occur when working in a team 2.6 State how problems in working relationships should be reported 3. Know how to support safe working practices in a team 3.1 List sources of health and safety information 3.2 State the importance of following instructions safely 3.3 State the importance of demonstrating appropriate behaviour in the construction environment 12