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NCFE Level 1 Award in Health and Safety Awareness

NCFE Level 1 Award in Health and Safety Awareness provides essential knowledge of workplace hazards, risk prevention, and safety responsibilities, helping learners build confidence and maintain safe, compliant working environments.

NCFE Level 1 Award in Health and Safety Awareness

Overview of Level 1 Award in Health Safety

The NCFE Level 1 Award in Health and Safety provides a clear, practical introduction to workplace safety. Ideal for anyone starting their career, it helps learners understand how to spot hazards, prevent accidents, and work safely in any industry — from retail and offices to construction and healthcare.

This short, single-unit qualification covers essential topics such as risk assessment, legal responsibilities of employers and employees, and how to report concerns. It’s designed to be straightforward and relevant, turning safety into a natural part of everyday working life.

It’s a flexible way to strengthen your CV and show employers you take safety seriously. The skills gained are highly transferable and provide a strong foundation for further health and safety training.

Qualification Highlights

  • Qualification: NCFE Level 1 Award in Health and Safety Awareness
  • Ofqual Regulated: Yes (QN: 600/5207/7)
  • Guided Learning Hours: 18 GLH
  • Total Qualification Time: 20 hours
  • Credit Value: 2 credits
  • Minimum Age: 14+ (Pre-16)
  • Assessment: Simple portfolio of evidence – no exams
  • Grading: Achieved / Not Yet Achieved

This is a knowledge-only qualification with no work placement required, making it ideal for beginners, young people, and anyone looking to gain a recognised health and safety certificate quickly and flexibly.

Perfect as a first step into the workplace or as a foundation for higher-level health and safety qualifications.

The course was audited and updated on: 18th May, 2026

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the importance of health and safety in the workplace
  • Know the legal responsibilities of employers, employees, and the self-employed
  • Identify workplace hazards and carry out basic risk assessments
  • Learn how to control risks using the hierarchy of controls
  • Understand how to report accidents and use first aid and PPE correctly

Accreditation & Certification

This qualification is awarded by NCFE, an Ofqual-regulated awarding body responsible for setting standards, maintaining quality assurance, and issuing the official certificate upon successful completion.

One Education delivers the course through flexible online learning, providing structured study materials, tutor support, assessment guidance, and teaching practice support throughout your journey.

Method Of Assessment

This qualification has no exams.

You will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence containing internally assessed assignments and tasks. These are designed to demonstrate your understanding of health and safety principles in the workplace.

You will complete short written assignments, questions, and simple tasks that cover all the learning outcomes of the unit. Once finished, you will be required to confirm that the work is your own, which your assessor will then review and verify.

All assessment is carried out in line with NCFE requirements and is internally assessed and externally quality assured.

This straightforward assessment method allows you to complete the course at your own pace with full support from your tutor.

Entry Requirements

  • This Qualification Has No Specific Entry Requirements. However, The Learners Should Be At Least 14 Or Above.

Career Path & Progression

The NCFE Level 1 Award in Health and Safety Awareness is a great starting qualification for those entering the workplace. It shows employers you understand basic health and safety principles.

This award can support entry-level roles in retail, hospitality, construction, warehousing, administration, and health & social care. It also helps with apprenticeships and further study.

Progression Routes:

  • NCFE Level 2 Health and Safety qualifications
  • IOSH Working Safely
  • Higher-level health and safety courses

A valuable first step to strengthen your CV and boost your employability.

Frequently Asked Questions

This qualification is ideal for beginners, school leavers, and anyone aged 14 and above who wants to gain basic health and safety knowledge. It’s perfect for those preparing for work placements, apprenticeships, or entry-level jobs.

No. There are no formal examinations. You are assessed through a simple portfolio of assignments completed online.

The course has 18 Guided Learning Hours. Most learners finish it within 2–4 weeks, studying flexibly at their own pace.

No work placement is required. This is a knowledge-only qualification that can be completed entirely online.

A NCFE Level 1 qualification is broadly equivalent to GCSE grades D-G (or 3-1) in the UK.

The highest widely recognised qualifications are the NEBOSH National Diploma (Level 6, degree equivalent) and CMIOSH (Chartered Member of IOSH) status.

You can progress to Level 2 Health and Safety qualifications, IOSH Working Safely, or use it to enhance your CV for entry-level jobs across many industries.

Course Curriculum

Induction Form
Induction Form 00:05:00
Registration Entry Form
Registration Entry Form 00:05:00
Unit 01: Introduction to Health and Safety Awareness in the Work Place
Lo1: Understand the Importance of Health and Safety in the Work Place
1. Meaning and Importance of Health and Safety in the Workplace 00:00:00
2. The Legal Responsibilities of the Employers, Employees and Self-employed 00:00:00
3. How Health and Safety Law is Enforced 00:00:00
4. Internal and External Sources of Health and Safety Information 00:00:00
Lo2: Understand the Need for Risk Assessment
1. Hazard and Risk 00:00:00
2. The Risk Assessment Process 00:00:00
3. Hierarchy of Risk Control 00:00:00
4. Work Related Accidents and Ill Health 00:00:00
Lo3: Be Aware of the Requirements for Her Place of Work or Learning Lth and Safety in His/Her
1. Health and Safety Information for Employees 00:00:00
2. Reporting Injuries, Ill Health, Unsafe Conditions and Accidents 00:00:00
3. Provision of First Aid 00:00:00
4. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 00:00:00
Submit Your Assignments – NCFE Level 1 Award in Health and Safety Awareness
Submit Your Assignments – NCFE Level 1 Award in Health and Safety Awareness 00:00:00
End of Course Questionnaire
End of Course Questionnaire 00:00:00
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