ProQual Level 1 Health and Safety in Construction
ProQual Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
Construction Health and Safety Qualification
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The ProQual Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment is designed for learners who want to understand essential health and safety practice for construction sites.
This qualification is suitable for individuals wishing to apply for the CSCS Green Labourer Card and for learners who need a recognised health and safety qualification before accessing construction sites in the UK.
At BSGS College, learners receive structured support through blended learning, tutor guidance, assessment preparation, and clear assessor feedback to help them complete the qualification successfully.
The course covers important areas such as risk assessment, method statements, accident prevention, manual handling, working at height, site hazards, personal protective equipment, fire safety, and safe working practices.
This qualification is awarded by ProQual Awarding Body and regulated by Ofqual. It is a Level 1 RQF qualification with one mandatory unit.
Construction Health and Safety Course at BSGS College
This Level 1 Award provides learners with the knowledge required to recognise common construction site hazards and understand how safe working practice protects workers, visitors, and the public.
Construction Safety
Understand key health and safety responsibilities within a construction environment.
Risk Awareness
Learn about hazards, risks, risk assessments, method statements, and accident prevention.
Manual Handling
Explore safe manual handling principles and how to reduce workplace injuries.
Working at Height
Understand hazards and safety controls linked to working at height.
Blended Learning
Study with learning resources, tutor guidance, and assessment support.
Recognised Qualification
Awarded by ProQual Awarding Body and regulated by Ofqual.
CSCS Pathway
Suitable for learners preparing for the CSCS Green Labourer Card route.
Easy Registration
Simple enrolment process with support from our admissions team.
Easy to Get Qualified
Getting your qualification with BSGS College is simple and straightforward. Follow these easy steps to complete your course and achieve your recognised certificate.
Enrol at BSGS College
Register for your construction health and safety qualification and begin your learning journey with us.
Study with Tutor Support
Access learning materials and receive support from your tutor or assessor.
Complete Assessment
Complete assessment evidence to show your knowledge of health and safety in construction.
Receive Your Certificate
Successfully complete the qualification and receive your certificate from a recognised awarding body.
About the Qualification
Key qualification information is listed below to help you compare the course level, learning time, credit value, awarding details, and assessment route before you apply.
- Awarding Body: ProQual Awarding Body
- Qualification Number: 603/2515/X
- Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 21 Hours
- Total Qualification Time (TQT): 29 Hours
- Unit: 1 Mandatory Unit
- Level: 1
- Assessment: Pass / Fail
Assessment Strategy
| Assessment Method | Grading | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Centre Assessment | Pass / Fail | Learners complete assessment evidence marked and internally verified by centre staff. |
| Knowledge Assessment | Pass / Fail | Learners show understanding of safe working practice, hazards, risks, and construction site safety. |
| Internal Verification | Required | Assessment decisions are internally verified by the centre. |
| External Quality Assurance | Required | External quality assurance is carried out by ProQual verifiers. |
Qualification Unit Breakdown
- Know the principles of risk assessment for maintaining and improving health and safety at work.
- Understand the importance of safe manual handling, working at height, and using work equipment safely.
- Recognise common causes of accidents, injuries, near misses, and ill health on construction sites.
- Understand welfare facilities, emergency procedures, personal protective equipment, and fire safety.
- Unit Reference: R/616/6181 | Level: 1 | GLH: 21
Entry Requirement
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
Learners should have a suitable level of English to understand course materials, safety terminology, and assessment questions.
This course is suitable for learners who:
- Want to work on construction sites in the UK
- Are preparing for the CSCS Green Labourer Card route
- Need a recognised Level 1 health and safety qualification
- Want to understand key safe working practices in construction
Progression and Career Opportunities
After completing this qualification, learners may progress to:
- CSCS Green Labourer Card application pathway
- Entry-level construction site work
- Further construction, occupational skills, or health and safety qualifications
- Construction labourer, site operative, or general construction support roles
Our Fees
ProQual Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
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Note: Fees can be updated by BSGS College. Please contact admissions for the latest course fee and payment plan options.
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