Occupational Health & Safety Management System and Practice
The LICQual Level 8 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Management System and Practice is a premier qualification that equips the learner with advanced expertise to lead and optimise occupational health and safety systems at the highest organisational levels. This diploma provides comprehensive knowledge of strategic health and safety management, focusing on the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of effective safety management systems.
The course enables the learner to analyse complex organisational risks, develop robust safety policies, and ensure compliance with international OHS standards and regulations. Key areas of study include advanced risk management, safety culture development, emergency preparedness, performance monitoring, and auditing of health and safety systems.
Through a blend of theoretical and practical approaches, the learner gains the skills to evaluate existing health and safety frameworks, implement system enhancements, and drive organisational safety improvements. The LICQual Level 8 Diploma empowers the learner to manage safety strategically, foster a culture of compliance, and achieve operational excellence in occupational health and safety management.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 8 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Management System and Practice
Total Units
6
Total Credits
180
GLH
900
Qualification #
LICQ2200040
Qualification Specification
To enrol in the LICQual Level 8 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Management System and Practice, learners typically need:
- Age Requirement: The applicant must be at least 21 years old.
- Educational Requirements: The applicant must hold a Level 7 Diploma or equivalent in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field.
- Experience: The applicant must have a minimum of 5 years’ professional experience in health and safety management or senior OHS roles.
- English Language Proficiency: The applicant must demonstrate proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking skills.
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200040-1 |
Advanced Health and Safety Management Systems |
30 |
150 |
|
LICQ2200040-2 |
Leadership in Health and Safety Management |
30 |
150 |
|
LICQ2200040-3 |
Health and Safety Risk Management |
30 |
150 |
|
LICQ2200040-4 |
Health and Safety Legislation and Compliance |
30 |
150 |
|
LICQ2200040-5 LICQ2200040-6 |
Emergency Management and Crisis Response Organisational Health and Safety Culture |
30 30 |
150 150 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Advanced Health and Safety Management Systems
- Develop and implement advanced health and safety management systems tailored to organisational needs.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of existing health and safety systems and identify areas for improvement.
- Integrate health and safety management practices with overall organisational strategies to ensure sustainable safety performance.
Leadership in Health and Safety Management
- Demonstrate advanced leadership skills in managing and influencing health and safety practices across the organisation.
- Lead health and safety initiatives, encouraging a culture of continuous improvement and proactive risk management.
- Effectively communicate health and safety strategies to stakeholders and engage employees at all levels.
Health and Safety Risk Management
- Apply advanced risk management techniques to identify, assess, and mitigate workplace risks.
- Develop and implement comprehensive risk control strategies that address both short-term and long-term safety concerns.
- Conduct thorough incident investigations and use findings to improve risk management systems and reduce recurrence.
Health and Safety Legislation and Compliance
- Understand and apply complex national and international health and safety legislation and regulations.
- Ensure organisational health and safety practices comply with relevant legal frameworks and industry standards.
- Advise senior management on legal compliance and guide the organisation through regulatory audits and inspections.
Emergency Management and Crisis Response
- Design and implement effective emergency response plans tailored to organisational needs and risks.
- Lead crisis management efforts, ensuring swift, effective responses to emergencies while minimising impact.
- Evaluate emergency preparedness through drills and exercises, ensuring all employees are trained and equipped to handle crises.
Organisational Health and Safety Culture
- Develop strategies to create and maintain a strong health and safety culture within the organisation.
- Engage employees at all levels in health and safety practices, ensuring their commitment to safety goals.
- Foster a positive safety culture by promoting health and safety as a core organisational value and continuously improving safety engagement.
This diploma is ideal for:
- Senior Health and Safety Managers
Professionals already in senior management roles within health and safety who wish to deepen their expertise and refine their leadership skills in managing complex safety systems at an organisational level. - Health and Safety Directors
Individuals in director-level positions responsible for overseeing health and safety strategies across organisations, looking to gain advanced knowledge of managing and optimising safety systems globally. - Health and Safety Consultants
Experienced consultants who specialise in health and safety management and want to enhance their ability to advise on the design and implementation of sophisticated health and safety management systems in large organisations. - Occupational Health and Safety Executives
Senior executives who are responsible for shaping the health and safety strategy at the highest level within their organisations and are seeking a more strategic, systems-focused qualification. - Risk Management Professionals
Those involved in risk management at an advanced level who wish to acquire a deep understanding of occupational health and safety and how it interrelates with broader organisational risk strategies. - Professionals Aspiring for Senior Health and Safety Roles
Individuals with significant experience in health and safety management who are seeking to advance to senior strategic roles within large, multinational organisations or high-risk industries.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.