Level 6
Diploma
SafeQual AB International Diploma in Health and Safety Engineering
An advanced professional qualification designed to develop knowledge and practical competence in health and safety engineering, risk management, hazard control, safety management systems and engineering-based approaches to accident prevention.
120
Credits
8
Mandatory Units
Level 6
Qualification Level
6 Months
Course Duration
Portfolio
Assessment
Online
Flexible Delivery
About the Qualification
Health & Safety Engineering Management
The SafeQual AB Level 6 International Diploma in Health and Safety Engineering is an advanced professional qualification designed to develop higher-level knowledge and practical capability in occupational health and safety engineering, risk management and workplace safety systems.
The qualification focuses on engineering-based hazard control, strategic safety management, risk assessment, process and industrial safety, human factors, incident investigation and the application of engineering principles to prevent workplace accidents and occupational harm.
- Advanced Health & Safety Management Systems
- Risk Assessment & Risk-Based Safety Management
- Safety Engineering & Engineering Controls
- Industrial Safety & Workplace Hazard Control
- Process Safety & Major Accident Prevention
- Human Factors, Ergonomics & Safety Culture
- Incident Investigation & Safety Performance
- Strategic Health & Safety Engineering Practice
Qualification Overview
Qualification Type
Professional Diploma
Qualification Level
Level 6
Awarding Body
SafeQual AB
Subject
Health & Safety Engineering
Credits
120
Units
8
Assessment
Portfolio / Assignments
Duration
6 Months
Delivery
Online / Classroom / Blended
Qualification Structure
8 Mandatory Units
A 120-credit Level 6 Diploma structured across eight 15-credit units.
| Unit | Unit Title | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Advanced Health & Safety Management Systems | 6 | 15 |
| Unit 2 | Risk Assessment & Risk-Based Safety Management | 6 | 15 |
| Unit 3 | Safety Engineering & Engineering Controls | 6 | 15 |
| Unit 4 | Industrial Safety & Workplace Hazard Control | 6 | 15 |
| Unit 5 | Process Safety & Major Accident Prevention | 6 | 15 |
| Unit 6 | Human Factors, Ergonomics & Safety Culture | 6 | 15 |
| Unit 7 | Incident Investigation & Safety Performance Management | 6 | 15 |
| Unit 8 | Strategic Health & Safety Engineering Practice | 6 | 15 |
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Learning Outcomes
What Learners Will Develop
Critically evaluate health and safety management systems and their effectiveness.
Apply risk-based approaches to identify, assess and control workplace hazards.
Analyse engineering principles used to eliminate or reduce occupational safety risks.
Evaluate engineering controls and protective measures across complex workplace hazards.
Apply industrial safety principles to workplace processes, equipment and operations.
Assess process safety risks and major accident prevention strategies.
Analyse human factors, ergonomics and their influence on workplace safety performance.
Evaluate workplace safety culture and its impact on organisational risk management.
Conduct structured incident investigations and identify underlying and root causes.
Develop appropriate corrective and preventive actions following safety incidents.
Evaluate occupational safety performance using inspections, monitoring and relevant indicators.
Develop strategic health and safety improvement recommendations based on engineering and risk-management principles.
Entry Requirements
Who Can Apply?
Applicants should have an appropriate academic, professional or occupational background relevant to health and safety, engineering or a related discipline.
01
Relevant Level 4/5 Qualification
A relevant qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Health & Safety Engineering, Engineering, Construction, Risk Management or a related discipline.
02
Relevant Professional Qualification
A recognised professional qualification in occupational health and safety, engineering, safety management or a related field.
03
Industry Experience
Relevant professional experience in occupational health and safety, engineering, construction, manufacturing, industrial operations or another safety-critical environment.
04
Management / Supervisory Experience
Relevant management, supervisory or technical experience involving responsibility for workplace health and safety, engineering operations or risk control.
Assessment Method
Portfolio-Based Assessment
Learners demonstrate advanced knowledge and professional competence through research, analytical assignments, applied health and safety engineering tasks, case studies and portfolio evidence, supported by structured assessor feedback.
1
Select a Unit
Choose a mandatory unit and review its learning outcomes, assessment requirements and submission criteria.
2
Research & Develop
Research the selected subject and critically analyse relevant health and safety engineering issues, applying appropriate professional standards, technical knowledge and evidence-based approaches.
3
Submit for Assessment
Submit the completed assignment, technical report, case study or portfolio evidence electronically for assessor review.
4
Feedback & Achievement
Review assessor feedback and complete any required improvements or amendments. Achievement is confirmed when the learner meets the assessment criteria for the selected unit.
Certification
SafeQual AB Level 6 International Diploma
Upon successful completion of all required units and assessment requirements, learners will receive the SafeQual AB Level 6 International Diploma in Health and Safety Engineering, recognising their advanced knowledge and professional competence in health and safety engineering, risk management and workplace safety.
