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SafeQual AB Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Management

An advanced professional qualification designed for health and safety professionals seeking to develop strong management knowledge, leadership capability and practical competence in occupational health and safety.

120

Credits

8

Mandatory Units

Level 6

Qualification Level

18 Months

Course Validity

Portfolio

Assessment

Online

Flexible Delivery
About the Qualification

Advanced OHS Management for Safety Professionals

The SafeQual AB Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Management is designed to develop advanced knowledge and practical capability in occupational health and safety management.

The programme focuses on strategic leadership, risk management, safety management systems, occupational health, safety culture, incident investigation and effective workplace safety improvement.

Qualification Overview
Qualification Type
Professional Diploma
Qualification Level

Level 6

Awarding Body
SafeQual AB
Subject
OHS Management
Credits
120
Units
8
Assessment
Portfolio / Assignments
Validity
18 Months
Delivery
Online / Classroom / Blended
Qualification Structure

8 Mandatory Units

A 120-credit Level 7 programme structured across eight 15-credit units.
UnitUnit TitleLevelCredits
Unit 1Management-driven, Risk-based Safety Management Systems615
Unit 2Globalisation, Sustainability and Safety Culture Performance615
Unit 3Digitalisation and Incident Investigation615
Unit 4Development as a Strategic Manager615
Unit 5Safety Programs and Concepts615
Unit 6Ergonomics615
Unit 7Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health615
Unit 8Fire Safety615
Learning Outcomes

What Learners Will Develop

Critically evaluate occupational health and safety management implementation standards.

Evaluate strategic leadership in risk management.

Examine globalisation and its impact on safety culture.

Apply sustainability principles within the safety sector.

Analyse problem-solving techniques for risk assessment.

Manage strategic occupational health and safety risks.

Analyse AI applications in OHS risk management.

Evaluate risk controls across a wide range of hazards.

Apply occupational health and safety programme management principles.

Analyse ergonomics, human factors and workplace design.

Evaluate industrial hygiene and exposure prevention strategies.

Assess fire safety and emergency response management.

Entry Requirements

Who Can Apply?

Applicants should have demonstrable experience in safety and health in a workplace environment.
01

Relevant Level 4/5 Qualification

A relevant qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, HSE, Engineering, Construction, Risk Management or a related discipline.
02

Relevant Professional Qualification

A recognised professional qualification in health and safety, occupational safety or a related field.

03

Industry Experience

Relevant experience in occupational health and safety, HSE, construction, manufacturing, engineering or another safety-critical environment.

04

Management / Supervisory Experience

Relevant supervisory or management experience with responsibility for workplace health and safety.

Assessment Method

Portfolio-Based Assessment

Learners demonstrate their knowledge and professional competence through research, written assignments, practical application, case studies and portfolio evidence, supported by assessor feedback.
1

Select a Unit

Choose one of the mandatory units and review its learning outcomes and assessment requirements.

2

Research & Develop

Research the subject, critically analyse relevant issues and develop evidence-based responses using appropriate professional sources.
3

Submit for Assessment

Submit the completed assignment or portfolio evidence electronically for assessor review.

4

Feedback & Achievement

Review assessor feedback, make required improvements where applicable and satisfy the assessment criteria for successful achievement.
Certification

SafeQual AB Level 6 Diploma

Upon successful completion of all required units and assessment requirements, learners will receive the SafeQual AB Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Management, recognising their advanced professional knowledge and competence in OHS management.
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