Highfield Level 2 Award in the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (RQF) 603-1620-2

Highfield Level 2 Award in the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (RQF) 3 Highfield Level 2 Award in the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (RQF) Introduction This qualification specification is designed to outline all you need to know to offer this qualification at your centre. If you have any further questions, please contact your account manager Qualification regulation and support The Highfield Level 2 Award in the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (RQF) has been developed and is awarded by Highfield Qualifications and sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). The RQF is a qualification framework regulated by Ofqual and CCEA Regulation. It is also suitable for delivery in Wales and is regulated by Qualifications Wales. Key facts Qualification number: 603/1620/2 Learning aim reference: 60316202 Credit value: 1 Assessment method: Multiple-choice examination Guided learning hours (GLH): 5 Total qualification time (TQT): 6 Qualification overview and objective This qualification is aimed at learners who have access to any environment where coming into contact with hazardous substances is likely. This includes workplaces in areas such as manufacturing, cleaning, healthcare, transport, utilities and office environments as well as classroom environments. The qualification provides learners with the knowledge and skills needed to recognise the risks associated with hazardous substances and how to control them. The objective of the qualification is predominantly to support a role in the workplace, however may also be suitable for younger learners preparing for employment or wishing to progress onto further learning in a related subject. Entry requirements There are no prerequisites for this qualification, although it is recommended that learners have a minimum of level 1 in English or equivalent. This qualification is approved for delivery to learners aged 14+. Guidance on delivery The total qualification time for this qualification is 6 hours and of this 5 hours are recommended as guided learning hours. TQT is an estimate of the total number of hours it would take an average learner to achieve and demonstrate the necessary level of attainment to be awarded with a qualification, both under direct supervision (forming guided learning hours) and without supervision (all other time). TQT and GLH values are advisory and assigned to a qualification as guidance.