Course Duration : Five days
Five day course including examination
Assessment
This qualification is assessed in two parts:
Part 1
Centre-set and marked assessment of 2 sections. Learners are expected to undertake the following
activities:
Section 1 Undertake a risk assessment
Section 2 Construct a safe system of work
Part 2
Examination consisting of 2 sections with a total duration of 2.5 hours:
Section 1 contains 30 multiple-choice questions. Total marks available in this section are 30.
Section 2 contains 6 longer written questions from which the learner answers 4 of their choice. Total marks available in this section are 70.
Marks from both sections of the examination will be added together to determine the learner’s grade. Learners will achieve a Pass at 60% overall, a Merit at 70% and a Distinction at 80%. The duration of the examination is 2.5 hours
Certificate
All successful students will be issued with a certificate
All candidates receive comprehensive course materials including a book.