LICQual Level 2 Award in Industrial Hygiene

The LICQual Level 2 Award in Industrial Hygiene is designed to provide learners with essential knowledge and practical skills in the field of occupational health and safety. Industrial hygiene plays a vital role in protecting workers from hazardous exposures in the workplace by anticipating, recognizing, evaluating, and controlling risks. This award helps participants understand the basics of workplace hazards, risk assessments, control measures, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

The qualification is suitable for individuals working in industries such as construction, oil and gas, manufacturing, mining, and healthcare, as well as for supervisors and safety assistants seeking to strengthen their understanding of industrial hygiene practices. By completing this award, learners gain the ability to contribute to safer workplaces and ensure compliance with international safety standards.

The qualification consists of 6 mandatory units:

Introduction to Industrial Hygiene
Classification of Occupational Hazards
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
Environmental Monitoring and Sampling Techniques
Control Measures in Industrial Hygiene
Health Surveillance, Legal Compliance, and Reporting

Learning Outcomes for LICQual Level 2 Award in Industrial Hygiene

1. Introduction to Industrial Hygiene

Understand the role of industrial hygiene in workplace safety.
Recognize the importance of anticipating and controlling occupational hazards.
Develop a foundational awareness of health and safety responsibilities.

2. Classification of Occupational Hazards

Identify different categories of workplace hazards (physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic).
Understand how these hazards affect employee health and safety.
Learn to classify hazards for better monitoring and control.

3. Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

Apply systematic approaches to hazard identification.
Conduct basic risk assessments in workplace environments.
Recommend practical solutions to minimize risk exposure.

4. Environmental Monitoring and Sampling Techniques

Understand the purpose of monitoring workplace environments.
Gain knowledge of sampling methods for air, noise, and chemical exposure.
Interpret monitoring results to evaluate workplace risks.

5. Control Measures in Industrial Hygiene

Learn about engineering, administrative, and PPE-based control measures.
Apply strategies to reduce exposure to hazards.
Promote safe practices and effective hazard management.

6. Health Surveillance, Legal Compliance, and Reporting

Recognize the importance of health surveillance programs.
Apply workplace health and safety legal frameworks.
Understand reporting requirements and compliance standards.

Benefits of the LICQual Level 2 Award in Industrial Hygiene

Workplace Safety Awareness: Improves understanding of hazard recognition and control.
Practical Skills: Provides hands-on knowledge of monitoring, risk assessment, and PPE.
Regulatory Compliance: Equips learners with knowledge of workplace laws and legal responsibilities.
Health Protection: Supports the prevention of occupational illnesses and injuries.
Career Readiness: Prepares learners for entry-level roles in occupational hygiene and safety.
Cross-Industry Value: Applicable to multiple sectors including oil & gas, construction, healthcare, and logistics.

Learners completing this qualification can progress in multiple ways:

1. Academic Progression

Progress to higher-level qualifications such as the LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Occupational Hygiene or Diplomas in Occupational Health and Safety.
Pursue specialized training in Environmental Health, Risk Management, or Safety Leadership.

2. Career Progression

Employment opportunities as a Health and Safety Assistant, Industrial Hygiene Technician, or Environmental Monitoring Assistant.
Potential to work in construction, energy, oil & gas, healthcare, and industrial operations.

3. Professional Development