Award in Health and Safety Level 1 (BAR26S058)

Curriculum area: Employability

• Start date: Wednesday, 6 January 2027
• End date: Wednesday, 27 January 2027
• Number of weeks: 4
• Time: 12:30 - 15:00
• Delivery type: In-person
• Venue: The Bridge (Barrow), Portland Walk, Barrow in Furness, Cumbria. LA14 1DB
• Tutor: Sharon Haddow
• Free Course

This offering is not yet available for enrolment, please return within three months of the start date to enrol. Contact your local centre using the details below for more information.

About the course

This short 10 hour qualification course is designed to give you the knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of health and safety. You will learn about the types of hazards that can arise and some of the ways you can protect yourself and others.

As this course progresses you will take part in discussions and complete written work and other activities to support your learning. Your tutor will feedback to you verbally and in written comments in a supportive and constructive way helping you to see how to improve. There is a multiple choice test at the end of this course which you must pass in order to gain the qualification and your tutor will prepare you for this by practising exam techniques and questions before the test.

How the course will be delivered

The course will be delivered by one of our specialist employability tutors. You will be taught in one of our centres or in our virtual classroom (via Zoom). Activities will often include discussions, group and pair work, written work, Q&A and worksheets. Your tutor will ensure that the lessons are engaging, interactive and supportive.

What you'll need to bring

You need to bring a pen, notebook and any other items guided by your tutor. If your course is in our online classroom (Zoom) you will need a computer, smart phone or tablet and a good internet connection.

Entry requirements

As this is a level 1 course you should have an English qualification at entry level 3 or above. This could be a GCSE or an equivalent such as a functional skills qualification. You will also need to undertake an initial assessment to determine if this is the right level for you.

Next steps

If you want to keep learning we have a range of other courses you can progress to. These include other employability courses as well as digital, maths and English. At the end of your course your tutor will discuss the options for further learning with you.

Additional transferable skills:

Self Confidence, Independent Learning Skills, Working with others, Communication Skills

Contact us

Centre: Barrow Adult Learning
Contact number: 01229 407630
Email address: barrowadultlearning@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk